Program Overview
The Criminology and Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, 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 Criminology and 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 2,619 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,449 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Texas City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Criminology and 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
- Critical Analysis of Justice Administration
- Perspectives in Criminology
- Legal Aspects of the Criminal Justice System
- Survey of Research Methods
- Statistics for Criminal Justice Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
Admission to the Master of Arts program is based on the Admissions Committee\'s assessment of the applicant\'s scores on the Graduate Record Examination, the undergraduate academic record, and letters of recommendation from undergraduate professors. In some instances a personal interview will also be requested. Please submit all documents to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
Admission considerations include the following:
1. Graduate Application
2. Application Fee
3. Official transcripts of all academic work previously undertaken, including the undergraduate degree granted from an accredited institution in an allied field
4. Test scores from the Graduate Record Examination
5. Three letters of recommendation from undergraduate professors
6. A personal essay of the applicant\xc2\x92s career goals and aspirations
7. International students ONLY: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)\xc2\x97a minimum score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based) is required
A holistic review of each student\'s application will be completed on a competitive basis.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 2,619 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,449 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 2,619 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 1,449 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Sam Houston State 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 Sam Houston State University
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, United States
Sam Houston State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 9