Overview

Criminology is the scientific study of criminal behavior and the social institutions that deal with crime.r.

Key Facts

Criminology is a dynamic field of study that prepares students for a variety of jobs at all levels of government and in the private sector. A sample of employment opportunities is provided below. Most of these jobs require a bachelor’s degree, but there are others, such as diplomatic security, where a master’s degree is needed for entry level employment. In some cases, proficiency in a foreign language or basic accounting is necessary.

In addition to course offerings, departmental majors are encouraged to work in community, social and/or correctional agencies where they can apply classroom knowledge to real problems. Students interested in pursuing a graduate degree are encouraged to complete the department’s Recognition in Scientific Analysis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Victimology
Advanced Criminology
Juvenile Delinquency
The Correctional System
Scientific Writing
Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Laboratory
Advanced Behavioral Research
Death Penalty
Psychological Tests and Measurements
The Judicial Process

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-17 00:00:00 , International

More details

International students should apply no later than the 2nd week of June for the Fall; and no later than the 2nd week of November for Spring.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Springfield, 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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General requirements

Complete Application for Admission
Official transcripts: Official ACT/SAT scores, Personal essay
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

36700 USD / year

≈ 36700 USD / year
Out-of-State

36700 USD / year

≈ 36700 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36700 USD / year

≈ 36700 USD / year

Living costs

Springfield

United States

1000 - 1500 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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