Criminal Justice (M.A.)

Tuition fees are 32,664 USD per year.

Rutgers-Camden’s Criminal Justice Master of Arts program offers an advanced education in criminal justice and public policy principles. It focuses on practical application and research skills, equipping students for careers in justice-related fields or further doctoral study. The program emphasizes a multidisciplinary curriculum, experiential learning, and statistical research techniques to address real-world problems.

The program requires 30 credits, distributing them across coursework and research components. It emphasizes statistical social science research techniques and experiential learning.

Graduates are equipped for impactful careers in justice-related fields or to pursue further doctoral study.

Applicants need a B.A. or B.S. degree, with undergraduate statistics and research methods courses recommended (can be completed post-admission). Two academic letters of recommendation, a personal statement detailing academic interests and career goals, and a resume/CV for relevant work experience are required.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. Full-time or part-time, on-campus study over 3-5 semesters. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 78% of applicants.

Rutgers University-Camden has an intimate campus centered around its quad, creating a close community and a supportive student network. Facilities include the Camden Athletic Complex and the Fine Arts Building, which hosts visiting artist events. The university also works with Camden residents through Community Partnership Centers, offering youth enrichment, resident-driven activities, and access to university resources.

Academic options include 38 undergraduate majors and 29 graduate programs, with choices ranging from Applied and Computational Biology to Art History and Museum Studies, Art History, and Art Therapy. Rutgers-Camden is an R2 research institution, and students can participate in faculty research from as early as their sophomore year. Small class sizes and a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio support personalized study and collaboration across disciplines.

Students can draw on services covering academics, campus life, computing, and other areas of university support. Nursing is a prominent area of study, with simulation learning and expanded financial support supported by a $300,000 investment from Johnson & Johnson. The university also provides undergraduate, graduate, accelerated degree, concentration, certificate, professional, on-campus, off-campus, and online program options. Its Camden location places study within a city-focused community setting.