Overview

Criminology has also been referred to as the study of "making law, breaking of law, and society's reaction to the breaking of law." Coursework in criminology includes a comprehensive treatment of the broad social and political system which serves as the context for criminal justice.

The major in criminology stresses both theory and research; and encourages scientific inquiry, abstract logical thinking, critical analysis, and historical consciousness. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the problems of crime and the criminal justice system.

The Criminology Program at the University of Miami prepares students for many possible careers and provides a basis for further education in graduate or professional schools. The program provides students with the knowledge and skills to enter the profession of criminal justice in a wide range of careers including, but not limited to: Lawyer, Police Officer, Probation Officer, Caseworker in a juvenile detention facility, Corrections Officer, Crime Prevention Specialist, Crime Analyst for criminal justice agencies, and Special Agent with FBI, DEA, and ATF.

Goals

The undergraduate program in Criminology has as its main objectives are to provide students with:

A strong component of a social science education, training in analytical and statistical skills that are highly valued by potential employers.

A valuable undergraduate preparation for pursuing careers in such fields as law in society, in the local and state criminal justice systems (e.g., juvenile probation officer, pretrial services officer, crime analyst for criminal justice agencies), or in federal agencies (e.g., DEA).

An excellent and comprehensive training program for students wishing to pursue graduate study in criminology, law school, criminal justice, sociology, or other social and behavioral sciences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sociology

Social Research

Quantitative Methods for Sociologists

Quantitative Methods Lab

Criminology

Theories of Deviant Behavior

Criminal Justice

Juvenile Delinquency

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

120-141 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Miami, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete and submit the Common Application. Upon submitting, you will be asked to pay a $70 nonrefundable application fee.

If you have attended a secondary school outside of the United States, you must submit your official secondary school documents (transcripts, mark sheets, certificates, examination results, etc.)

We require you to submit two letters of recommendation: one from a high school guidance counselor and one from a teacher.

The University of Miami is need-aware for first-year international undergraduate applicants. This means that, for a portion of international applicants, the Admission Committee will consider that student’s ability to pay tuition without the need for financial aid.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

63456 USD / year

≈ 63456 USD / year
Out-of-State

63456 USD / year

≈ 63456 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

63456 USD / year

≈ 63456 USD / year

Living costs

Miami

United States

1508 - 2603 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

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Tuition Fees

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