Master of Science in Crime & Justice Studies
FULL-TIME | PART-TIME
This graduate program will help you challenge traditional thinking with new approaches to crime and justice. Our community-oriented curriculum is pragmatic and career-oriented, emphasizing crime's impact on communities, victims, and offenders.
You’ll get the tools you need to build a career in:
- Criminology
- Gender, Race & Social Justice
- Probation
- Policing
- Corrections
- Juvenile Justice
- Quantitative Analysis
- Victim Advocacy
- Court and Offender Services
- Policymaking
MSCJS alumni have had successful careers at institutions such as the Massachusetts State Police, Department of Youth Services, Middlesex County Court, Massachusetts Department of Corrections, and Youth Options Unlimited. A more complete list of employers of our graduates can be found on the Graduate Student Opportunities page.
The majority of classes offered in the MSCJS program meet in-person on the Boston campus after 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, allowing our graduate students to pursue internships and careers during business hours.
Additional Resources
Cost of Graduate Study at Suffolk (2022-2023)
| Per Semester Rate | Per Credit Rate |
|---|---|
| $16,370 | $1,364 |
Financial Aid for Graduate Study
Suffolk University is pleased to offer merit-based financial aid to graduate students—these awards can be up to $14,750 per academic year. Merit-based aid is awarded based on the applicant's academic credentials presented on the admission application. No separate application is required for merit consideration.
MSCJS Program Overview
Full-time students often complete this degree program in three academic semesters. Please contact the Graduate Program Director for additional information about program timelines.
Application Deadlines
Fall Semester: July 15 (International Applicants), August 15 (Domestic Applicants), then rolling
Spring Semester: December 1 (International Applicants), January 4 (Domestic Applicants), then rolling
Learn about the advantages of priority applications.
Application Materials
- Completed application
- $50 application fee (waived for students who visit campus)
- Resume
- Official transcripts for all post-secondary education
- Goal statement (essay)
- Two letters of recommendation (Learn more)
- Unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary work. Admitted students enrolling in the program will need to have official transcripts, including proof of degree conferral, on file prior to their first class
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE-Academic scores (international students only)
View details about application materials required.
Courses & Requirements
Learn more about the classes, degree requirements, and different options available to complete the program.
