Program Overview
The Criminal Justice at Temple University is a MA programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Criminal Justice programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,202 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,202 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Criminal Justice programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods in Criminal Justice
- Theories of Crime and Deviance
- Thesis Research
- Decision Making in Criminal Justice
- Research Methods in Criminal Justice
- Theories of Crime and Deviance
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Letters of Reference:
Number Required:\xc2\xa03
From Whom:\xc2\xa0Letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members familiar with the demands of a graduate program.
Bachelor\'s Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:\xc2\xa0A baccalaureate degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice, Geography, History, Law, Political Science, Social Work, Sociology, or a related field is required.
Statement of Goals:\xc2\xa0In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, discuss your specific interest in Temple\'s program, your research goals, your future career goals, and your academic and research achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required. The average scores for accepted M.A. students are in the 60-70% range on the verbal and quantitative sections.
TOEFL: 79 iBT or 550 PBT minimum
Resume:\xc2\xa0Current\xc2\xa0resume required.
Writing Sample:\xc2\xa0The writing sample should demonstrate your ability to research and write a scholarly paper. The paper should not be too lengthy (up to 10 pages is preferable) and should be fully referenced according to a professional, scholarly style manual. Although it need not be related directly to Criminal Justice, it should reflect your ability to prepare a social science paper.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,202 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,202 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,202 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,202 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Temple University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Temple University
Temple University
Philadelphia, United States
Temple University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date in 2025
- Language English
- Duration 100 year(s)