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Master's in Criminal Justice Online Criminal Justice Specialization

Criminal Justice - Master's at WUV

Credit Hours60

Total Courses10

Term LengthSelf-Paced

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Program Overview Why earn your Master's in Criminal Justice at WUV?

WUV's Master's in Criminal Justice with a Criminal Justice specialization offers an advanced, comprehensive foundation in law enforcement administration, criminal justice policy, and ethical leadership across the justice system. This graduate program is designed for professionals who seek to expand their expertise and move into management, policy analysis, or academic roles within criminal justice agencies at the local, state, or federal level.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Law enforcement administration and management
  • Criminal justice policy analysis and development
  • Advanced criminal justice theory and research
  • Ethics and accountability in law enforcement
  • Police-community relations and public safety strategy
  • Grant writing and program evaluation
Criminal Justice students at WUV

Courses & Curriculum Criminal Justice courses that prepare you for your career

This 60-credit curriculum is designed for working professionals with a Bachelor's degree. You will complete 5 core criminal justice courses and 5 Criminal Justice specialist courses.

CJ-075Criminal Justice and Society
CJ-244Crime Management
CJ-271Investigation Management
CJ-353Psychology of Different People
CJ-449Current Issues in Criminal Justice
CRJ-096Criminal Justice and Ethics Enforcement
CRJ-431Advanced Research Methods in Criminal Justice
CRJ-494Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement
CRJ-837Advanced Criminal Justice
POL-876Police Technology

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Take the next step toward your Master's in Criminal Justice – Criminal Justice Specialization at WUV.

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Admission Requirements How to apply to WUV's Criminal Justice program

A Bachelor's degree in any discipline is required for admission to this Master's program. Follow the steps below to begin your application.

Fill out WUV's online application form. The application is free and takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. You will create an account, select your program, and provide basic personal and academic information.

Upload official transcripts confirming completion of a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. WUV accepts degrees in any field. Your admissions counselor will review your documents and confirm receipt within 3 business days.

Once accepted, review your enrollment agreement, confirm your specialization, and select your start date. WUV offers multiple start dates throughout the year so you can begin when the time is right for you.

Career Outlook What can you do with a Master's in Criminal Justice?

Graduates of the Criminal Justice specialization are positioned for senior leadership roles across law enforcement, policy, administration, and academia.

Criminal Justice Administrator

Manages operations and personnel within criminal justice agencies at the local, state, or federal level.

Median Salary: $75,000/yr

Law Enforcement Manager

Leads divisions or units within police departments, ensuring effective and ethical law enforcement operations.

Median Salary: $97,000/yr

Criminal Justice Policy Analyst

Researches and develops policies for government bodies, think tanks, and advocacy organizations.

Median Salary: $71,500/yr

FBI / DEA Special Agent

Conducts federal investigations into serious crimes including organized crime, terrorism, and drug trafficking.

Median Salary: $89,000/yr

Court Administrator

Oversees the administrative operations of court systems, managing staff, budgets, and case processing.

Median Salary: $67,000/yr

Criminal Justice Professor

Teaches criminal justice courses at community colleges or universities, conducting academic research.

Median Salary: $68,000/yr