The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Criminal Justice prepares students for leadership positions in criminal justice agencies; for research positions in federal, state, county, city non-profit and private research institutions; and for further study in doctoral programs. This program aims to help students develop their skills to use research to evaluate the effectiveness of programs aimed at preventing and controlling crime. Upon degree completion, graduates will have an understanding of the causes of crime, of the impact of law on society and of contemporary issues in policing, courts and corrections.
The M.A in Criminal Justice program requires the completion of 30 semester hours (s.h.). Both a thesis and a non-thesis track are available to students pursuing the on the ground program at the Glassboro Campus. A comprehensive exam is required for the non-thesis track.
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: 18 S.H. | ||
| CJ 09510 | Contemporary Issues In Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJ 09518 | Contemporary Developments In Theory | 3 |
| CJ 09511 | Research Methods I | 3 |
| CJ 09512 | Research Methods II | 3 |
| CJ 09515 | Law And Society | 3 |
| CJ 09517 | Criminal Justice Policy Analysis | 3 |
| Elective Courses: 6-12 S.H. | ||
| CJ 09516 | Administrative Law/Ethics | 3 |
| CJ 09519 | Seminar in Criminal Justice Planning | 3 |
| CJ 09520 | Courts and Supportive Agencies | 3 |
| CJ 09521 | Prevention and Rehabilitation | 3 |
| CJ 09522 | Seminar in Violence | 3 |
| CJ 09523 | White Collar Crime | 3 |
| CJ 09524 | Police and Society | 3 |
| CJ 09525 | Altruism, Cooperation, and Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CJ 09526 | Management of Criminal Justice Organizations | 3 |
| CJ 09527 | Gender & Crime | 3 |
| CJ 09528 | Seminar in Juvenile Justice and Delinquency | 3 |
| CJ 09529 | Community Justice | 3 |
| CJ 09530 | International Criminal Law Seminar | 3 |
| CJ 09531 | Sentencing: Philosophy and Policy | 3 |
| CJ 09532 | Race, Ethnicity, Class & Justice | 3 |
| Other approved graduate-level courses as approved by Academic Advisor | 3 | |
| Thesis Track Courses: 6 S.H. | ||
| CJ 09601 | Master's Thesis In Criminal Justice I | 3 |
| CJ 09602 | Master's Thesis In Criminal Justice II | 3 |
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
The chart below details available entry terms for the M.A. in Criminal Justice program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 |
| Spring | November 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
More InfoThe chart below details available entry terms for the M.A. in Criminal Justice program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall | July 1 |
| Spring | November 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
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This program has allowed me to learn more in-depth information about a subject that I am interested in. It has really narrowed that focus on what I want to do.Marlo R. Gloucester County, NJ
