Appalachian State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S. - Criminal Justice and Criminology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology is intended to meet the academic needs of individuals seeking: 1) employment or advancement in the field of Criminal Justice, and 2) a strong academic foundation for pursuit of a Ph.D. within the academic disciplines of Criminal Justice or Criminology. The program will provide broad-based education for individuals preparing for employment in the field of criminal justice at the managerial level. It will also enhance the capabilities and performance of those individuals currently employed in the criminal justice field, whether already in management, or seeking promotion and foster pertinent research within the academic disciplines of Criminal Justice and Criminology. The program will also provide a graduate-level foundation for individuals wishing to pursue a terminal degree (Ph.D.) in Criminal Justice or Criminology.

Eligibility Requirements:

For information about off campus locations see the following website: http://www.ext-dl.appstate.edu/

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Distant Town

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999