Meredith College

ONLINE MASTER OF ARTS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Prepare to succeed in a rapidly changing field.

ONLINE MASTER OF ARTS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Prepare to succeed in a rapidly changing field.

Gain a competitive edge in the criminal justice field, whether you want to advance your career, teach, apply to law school, or pursue a doctorate.

I want to become an even stronger criminal justice professional.

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100% online classes taught by practitioners

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Competitively priced

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Coeducational program

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Strong network of criminal justice professionals

Program Options

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice
Prepare to manage critical emerging issues and gain the skills and knowledge you need to advance your career.

Criminal Justice Graduate Certificate
Acquire skills and knowledge to further your career in the  criminal justice sector.

Criminal Justice and Substance Use Disorder Certificate
Learn to deal effectively with issues around substance use 
disorder, trauma, and mental illness.

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Program Highlights

  • Prepare to address critical emerging issues including gender, substance abuse, addictions, mental illness, and trauma
  • Hone the writing skills you need to write reports, keep accurate 
    field notes, and more
  • Appropriate for both criminal justice professionals and those looking to enter the field
     

"Change is needed and people who are shaped, influenced, educated, and encouraged to find new answers to old problems will assist in making it happen. Now is a great opportunity for criminal justice professionals to expand their knowledge about the criminal justice world and be a part of the change."

Bianca Harris teaching.