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Master of Science - Criminal Justice and Criminology

University of Central Missouri

Warrensburg — Warrensburg, Missouri, United States

Study Level
Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 12,816
Application Fee
USD 75
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description The Department of Criminal Justice at UCM was founded in 1962 and has stayed true to its roots while continuing to innovate and keep pace with today’s criminal justice agencies. The CJC graduate program is one of the most flexible there is, offering classes 100% online or face to face in Warrensburg or Lee's Summit. Earning a Master of Science in Criminal Justice will provide students with the knowledge and skills to excel in their chosen career field. This program is designed for those who wish to enter and/or progress in a criminal justice agency, seek a position of leadership, research, or teaching in criminal justice. As a graduate of their program, students will be able to: Articulate knowledge of the major issues facing the criminal justice system in the nation and world. Demonstrate an understanding of the multidisciplinary criminal justice theories and their implications for policy. Understand how to access research, conduct original research, and apply research findings to problems with crime or the criminal justice system. Communicate in a knowledgeable and professional manner for a variety of academic and criminal justice settings. Demonstrate an advanced writing capacity with the ability to use and reference literature properly.
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Credential
Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 12,816
Application fee
USD 75
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Warrensburg

Warrensburg, Missouri, United States

Ward Edwards Building, Suite 1000

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
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About the Institution

The University of Central Missouri was founded in 1871. It is located in Warrensburg, Missouri, a safe community approximately 45 minutes from the Kansas City metropolitan area. The university is home to more than 11,000 students, including more than 750 international students. While at UCM, students will gain skills that will set them apart, giving them the ability and confidence to achieve their goals and make an impact. In 2017, UCM expanded to Lee’s Summit, Missouri, with the opening of the Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC). It is located only 45 minutes from Warrensburg and gives students...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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