Program Overview
The Criminology at George Washington University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 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 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Criminology 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
- Methods
- Data Analysis
- Qualitative Methodology
- Field Research in Organizational Settings
- Development of Sociological Theory
- Contemporary Sociological Theory
- Deviance & Control
- Criminology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Three (3) academic letters of recommendation
- Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript.
- Statement of purpose
- A recent writing sample is required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact George Washington 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 George Washington University
George Washington University
Washington, United States
private university in Washington, D.C., USA
University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
