Overview

The Criminal Justice and Criminology degree at Loyola University Chicago combines criminal justice and criminology in one program so you learn both the practical and theoretical aspects of the field. With a flexible curriculum taught by experienced and renowned faculty, you will be ready to make a difference in your current or future role.

Careers

Through the MA in Criminal Justice and Criminology at Loyola University Chicago, you will be ready to work in various sectors of the justice system, such as policing, courts, corrections, probation, or victim advocacy. You will also be prepared to work in juvenile justice, nonprofits, criminal justice research, and academia.

Specific job options include:

Crime analyst

Victim advocate

Probation officer

Investigator

Researcher

Police officer

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Politics and Policies in the Criminal Justice System

Criminal Behavior

Applied Data Analysis and Interpretation

Mental Illness and Crime

International Criminal Justice

Criminology

Policing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Criminology Criminal Justice View 111 other Masters in Criminology in United States

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Official transcripts from all institutions attended

3 Letters of Recommendation

3.0 Minimum GPA

Statement of Purpose. Please write a brief statement describing your academic and research interests as well as your professional goals.

Writing Sample. Please provide a paper or essay that you have written in one of your undergraduate classes as a sample of your writing proficiency. Research papers that showcase your academic and analytical abilities, as well as your expertise in our field are encouraged.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36450 USD / year

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Out-of-State

36450 USD / year

≈ 36450 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

36450 USD / year

≈ 36450 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 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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Overview

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Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

Funding

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