This graduate master’s degree program is designed for the following students:

1. Those seeking intermediate level administrative or research positions.
2. Those employed in the criminal justice system who wish to broaden their perspectives and advance within the system.
3. Those pursuing a teaching career at the community college level.
4. Those who plan to continue in a doctoral program.
5. Those preparing to enter law school.

The purpose of the program is to provide graduate level learning opportunities to students interested in advancing their knowledge in the areas of criminological theory and administrative theory as applied to the criminal justice system. Students may advance their skills and knowledge in research in applied aspects of criminology and criminal justice. With guidance from faculty, students may select courses from an array of electives to satisfy their academic and career goals.