Criminal Justice, MA
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Total Cost $25,710
Duration 2 years
Total Credit 30
Cyber Criminology and Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate
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Cybercrime and Digital Investigation, MS
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Total Cost $25,710
Duration 2 Years
Total Credit 30
Law Enforcement Intelligence and Analysis, MS
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Total Cost $25,710
Duration 2 years
Total Credit 30
Frequently Asked Questions
Online programs offered by the School of Criminal Justice are offered fully online and not in a hybrid format.
Textbooks are not included in the total estimated tuition cost.
Yes. Depending on the course, textbooks, course packs or other supplementary materials may be required.
Yes, our online programs provide the same rigor and are taught by expert faculty. You’ll be held to the same high standards as our students on campus.
In addition to tuition, you should expect to pay the application fee ($65), student-voted taxes and services fees (approximately $20 per semester), textbooks, supplies, personal expenses and loan fees. You’ll also have a Recreation and Wellness Center Fee: $85 part-time, $170 full-time per semester.
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In addition to tuition, you should expect to pay the application fee ($65), student-voted taxes and services fees (approximately $20 per semester), textbooks, supplies, personal expenses and loan fees. You’ll also have a Recreation and Wellness Center fee, which is $85 part-time, $170 full-time per semester.
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In addition to tuition, you should expect to pay the application fee ($65), student-voted taxes and service fees (approximately $20 per semester), textbooks, supplies, personal expenses and loan fees. You’ll also have a Recreation and Wellness Center fee: $85 part-time, $170 full-time per semester.
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Due to the limited space and hands-on nature of the cold case unit internship, students who intend to participate must be available to work on-site in Michigan.
Once enrolled in an online program, you’ll remain a student until:
- Graduation
- Program completion
- Permanent dismissal
- Non-attendance for three full, consecutive semesters (including summer semester)
Students not attending for three full consecutive semesters do not have to fill out any forms or take any actions to unenroll.
No, we do not currently allow transfer credits for completion of certificates.
Yes. With approval of the SCJ Graduate Committee, our online graduate programs can accept up to nine (9) graduate-level transfer credits from a regionally accredited institution with comparable coursework.
Yes, financial aid may be used for textbooks and cost-of-living expenses.
Yes, you’re welcome to visit campus anytime.
Yes, absolutely. Online programs at MSU are designed for busy working professionals. Our digital learning format provides the flexibility you need to succeed.
Once you complete the program’s core coursework, you can finish with a specialization in security management or choose a selection of elective courses that match your goals and interests.
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Though an undergraduate degree in computer security or information technology is helpful, you can join the M.S. in Cybercrime and Digital Investigation program after having completed a bachelor’s degree in any field. While we welcome those already employed in the field, you do not have to have prior field experience to be accepted.
Though an undergraduate degree in criminal justice is preferred, you can join the MA in Criminal Justice program after having completed a bachelor’s degree in any field. While we welcome those already employed in the field, you do not have to have prior field experience to be accepted.
Though a criminal justice degree is preferred, you can join the MS LEIA program after having completed a bachelor’s degree in any field. While we welcome those already employed in the field, you do not have to have prior field experience to be accepted.
You do not need a background in law enforcement or technology for the Cyber Criminology and Cyber Security Graduate Certificate. The program was designed to assist students and working professionals alike to gain foundational knowledge in cybercrime and cybersecurity.
While you do not need all of your documents ready when you start applying, you must include them when you submit your application. Incomplete files will not be considered. For additional details about applying to MSU, visit our How to Apply page.
For services including educational/vocational counseling for veterans and eligible dependents, contact the Ingham County Veteran Affairs Office, 5303 S. Cedar, Lansing, 517-887-4331.
Yes. With approval of the SCJ Graduate Committee, our online graduate programs can accept up to nine (9) graduate-level transfer credits from a regionally accredited institution that offers comparable coursework and course descriptions.
We partner with Transact Campus to offer students and their authorized guest users an option for payment of tuition and fees in interest-free installments over the course of the semester.
A non-refundable application fee is necessary for all online graduate criminal justice programs with MSU.
While MSU does not offer career placement, we offer a variety of career services to help prepare students for new opportunities after graduation.
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None of our online degree programs take place in a hybrid format.
Yes, we offer online degrees so that working adults may study in the times and locations that are best for them without compromising their quality of education.
Yes, MSU is a Yellow Ribbon participant and approved for the GI Bill®. We offer a variety of resources to military members and their families.
You can access instructions and tips through D2L (Desire2Learn), our comprehensive digital learning platform. You can also receive assistance from your instructors and IT support.
The Assistant Director and a member of our Enrollment Team has recorded a short, yet informative session for students to view at their convenience. Watch here.
With the approval of the SCJ Graduate Committee, our online Master of Arts in Criminal Justice can accept up to nine graduate-level transfer credits from a regionally accredited institution that offers comparable coursework and course descriptions.
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You will likely see many of the same peers if you start the program together. However, our programs are not organized by cohorts.
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The online program is designed for maximum flexibility and may be taken full-time if you have time to do so successfully.
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The online program is designed for working professionals and is offered part-time. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school and personal responsibilities and fully absorb the information in your coursework.
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There are no on-campus residencies required for this program.
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The program’s assistant director and a member of our enrollment team have recorded a short, informative session for prospective students. Watch the video on YouTube.
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Currently, MSU’s School of Criminal Justice does not offer scholarships. You may consider financing your degree with financial aid, private loans, payment plans and employer-sponsored education.
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This program includes an optional Security Management specialization. Dive deeper into security operations in business, industry and government. You can enhance your degree with the historical and contemporary concepts that impact safety and loss prevention in different contexts.
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There are no on-campus residencies required for this program. However, one elective course, CJ 839 Analytic Thinking and Intelligence, is offered as a hybrid one-week intensive course in East Lansing.
You do not need GMAT or GRE scores to apply for this program.
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While we welcome those already employed in the field, you do not have to have prior field experience to be accepted.
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There are no on-campus residencies required for this program.
No on-campus residency is required. However, one elective course, CJ 839 Analytic Thinking and Intelligence, is offered as a hybrid one-week intensive course in East Lansing.
The online program is designed for maximum flexibility and may be taken full-time if you have time to do so successfully.
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The online program is designed for working professionals and is offered part-time. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school and personal responsibilities and fully absorb the information in your coursework.
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Currently, MSU’s School of Criminal Justice does not offer scholarships. However, you may consider financing your degree with financial aid, private loans, payment plans or employer-sponsored education.
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With the approval of the SCJ Graduate Committee, our online master’s in law enforcement intelligence and analysis can accept up to nine graduate-level transfer credits from a regionally accredited institution that offers comparable coursework and course descriptions.
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You will likely see many of the same peers if you start the program together. However, our programs are not organized by cohorts.
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The online program is designed for maximum flexibility and may be taken full-time if you have time to do so successfully.
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The online program is designed for working professionals and is offered part-time. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, school and personal responsibilities and fully absorb the information in your coursework.
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There are no on-campus residencies required for this program.
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Currently, MSU’s School of Criminal Justice does not offer scholarships. However, you may consider financing your degree with financial aid, private loans, payment plans or employer-sponsored education.
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This program does not include specializations.
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You do not need GMAT or GRE scores to apply for this program.
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While we welcome those already employed in the field, you do not have to have prior field experience to be accepted.
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With the approval of the SCJ Graduate Committee, our online master’s in cybercrime and digital investigation can accept up to nine graduate-level transfer credits from a regionally accredited institution that offers comparable coursework and course descriptions.
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If you start the program together, you will likely see many of the same peers. However, our programs are not organized by cohorts.
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This program does not include specializations. However, you can select four electives that suit your professional goals and interests.
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You do not need GMAT or GRE scores to apply for this program.
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While we welcome those already employed in the field, you do not have to have prior field experience to be accepted.
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There are no on-campus residencies required for this program.
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Yes. With the approval of the SCJ Graduate Committee, our online graduate programs can accept up to nine graduate-level transfer credits from a regionally accredited institution that offers comparable coursework and course descriptions.
Please note that we do not currently allow transfer credits for completion of certificates.
One of our programs, the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice, provides a short, yet informative session for students to view at their convenience. Watch the video on YouTube.
Your first step is to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) online after October 1 in your enrollment year. When you apply, use MSU’s school code: 002290.
The first step is to start your application.
The first step is to start your application.
The first step is to start your application.
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The first step is to start your application.
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For additional details about applying to MSU, visit our How to Apply page.
You can begin your online application for the upcoming semester right now. We review applications multiple times a year, with a deadline of March 30 for the summer semester (application review begins Feb 1st), June 15 for the fall semester (application review begins April 15th), and October 30 for the spring semester (application review begins Sept 1st).
Though the coursework is online, you’re still part of an active community where you’ll build a network of fellow learners and scholars to help you take the next step in your career.
Using our comprehensive digital platform D2L (Desire2Learn), live conferencing software, recorded lectures, discussion forums and more, you’ll find resources, submit assignments and interact with professors and other students.
You can complete this program in two years of continuous study.
You can complete this program in two years of continuous fall-spring-summer semester study.
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The shortest time to completion is two years. The typical student completes this program in under two and a half years.
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Classes in the regular academic session are 14-16 weeks long.
This program is designed for working professionals with busy schedules, so if something interrupts your typical course of study, you don’t have to worry about losing your progress. You can take up to six years to complete the degree if needed.
This program is designed for working professionals with busy lives, so if something disrupts your course of study, you don’t have to worry about losing your progress. You can take up to six years to complete the degree if needed.
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This program is designed for working professionals with busy lives, so if something disrupts your course of study, you don’t have to worry about losing your progress. You can take up to six years to complete the degree if needed.
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The shortest time to completion is two years. The typical student completes the MS LEIA in just under two and a half years.
You can complete the Cyber Criminology and Cyber Security Graduate Certificate in as little as one year. The certificate program’s typical duration is two years, although you may take up to six years to complete the certificate if needed.
You can complete this program in two years of continuous fall-spring-summer semester study.
Once an application is complete with all required materials, it will take approximately two to three weeks for the committee to make an admissions recommendation.
You’ll complete ten courses in this degree program.
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You’ll complete ten courses in this degree program.
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You’ll complete ten courses in this degree program.
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Most students in the cyber criminology and cybersecurity online certificate program who maintain full-time employment take two courses per semester. You have the flexibility to complete course work either part-time or full-time, depending on your schedule.
Most students who maintain full-time employment take two classes per semester.
You’ll complete 30 credits in this degree program.
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You’ll complete 30 credits in this degree program.
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You’ll complete 30 credits in this degree program.
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MSU’s online students are part of a diverse, inclusive academic community comprising 50,000 students from all 50 states and more than 130 countries.
If you enroll in two three-credit courses per 15-week semester, you should plan to spend at least 18 hours per week on coursework.
The Cyber Criminology and Cyber Security Graduate Certificate include 15 credit hours, at $857 per credit.
This 30-credit program costs $857 per credit, for an estimated total of $25,710. Cost is subject to change without notice. To learn about additional costs to consider, visit the tuition and financial aid page.
This 30-credit program costs $857 per credit, for an estimated total of $25,710. Cost is subject to change without notice. To learn about additional costs to consider, visit the tuition and financial aid page.
Ask your human resources department or direct manager if tuition reimbursement is an option, and then request more information or call toll-free (833) 725-1354 to speak with our team.
This program is only available online, which allows you to study at the times and locations that are best for you.
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In 2024, MSU’s criminal justice programs garnered the following rankings from U.S. News & World Report:
- No. 10 (tie) Best Online Master’s in CriminalJustice Program
- No. 5 Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Program for Veterans
In 2024, MSU’s criminal justice programs garnered the following rankings from U.S. News & World Report:
- No. 10 (tie) Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Program
- No. 5 Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Program for Veterans
This program is only available online, which allows you to study at the times and locations that are best for you.
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In 2024, MSU’s criminal justice programs garnered the following rankings from U.S. News & World Report:
- No. 10 (tie) Best Online Master’s in CriminalJustice Program
- No. 5 Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Program for Veterans
This program is only available online, which allows you to study at the times and locations that are best for you.
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There are no differences between MSU’s online and on-campus programs besides the learning format.
Michigan State University’s physical campus is located in East Lansing, Michigan. The University offers programs on campus and online.
Yes, MSU is committed to embracing and celebrating diversity as a necessary component of personal, academic and professional excellence.
You do not need work experience to apply for our online graduate programs.
Absolutely! All graduates are strongly encouraged to walk in their graduation ceremony.
Michigan State University is internationally recognized as a top research university and a leader in criminal justice education. Our 2024 rankings from U.S. News & World Report include:
- No. 10 (tie) Best Online Master’s in CriminalJustice Program
- No. 5 Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Program for Veterans
- No. 28 in Top Public Schools
- No. 60 (tie) Best National University
We believe our values set us apart and form the core of our connections with each other and the community we serve:
- Excellence in Education and Research
- Collaboration Across Disciplines and Professions
- Commitment to Equity, Inclusion and Justice
- Commitment to the Highest Ethical Standards
To enroll in the M.S. in Cybercrime and Digital Investigation, you must have completed a bachelor’s degree in any field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0. No GRE Required.
To learn about other requirements and get additional information, visit our admissions requirements page.
To enroll in the MS in Law Enforcement Intelligence and Analysis, you must have completed a bachelor’s degree, in any field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0. No GRE Required.
To learn about additional information and other requirements, visit our admissions requirements page.
To apply for the Graduate Certificate in Cyber Criminology and Cyber Security, you’ll need the following:
- Completed application
- 3.0 minimum undergraduate GPA*
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Résumés are accepted and encouraged, but not required
- Personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation from academic or professional references
- International students should submit scores from the TOEFL 80: no sub-scores under 19 for Reading, Listening and Speaking; no sub-score below 22 for Writing**
* If an applicant’s GPA is below 3.2, GRE scores must be submitted.
** In lieu of the TOEFL, we accept IELTS scores with a minimum average score of 6.5 and no sub-score below 6.0.
As an online student, you have the flexibility to maintain your personal and professional commitments while continuing your education. This format allows you to study when it’s most convenient for you, with uninterrupted access to the digital resources you need.
Learning online can also save you money on things like transportation, room and board, and other expenses associated with traditional on-campus programs.
Faculty members who teach in MSU’s criminal justice master’s degree program have decades of experience in federal security, police department leadership, criminal justice policy, international research, counterterrorism and more. Their impressive credentials include work with the following:
- Department of Homeland Security
- Michigan State Police
- National Institute of Justice
- U.S. Air Force
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- U.S. Department of State
- U.S. Secret Service
Faculty members who teach Law Enforcement Intelligence and Analysis at MSU are experts who have helped construct a foundation of knowledge in the field. Their impressive experience includes work in the following specialties.
- Antiterrorism
- Community violence
- Crime analysis
- Crime reduction
- Physical security
- SWAT operations
- Terrorism response
You’ll study with professors whose research focuses on computer hacking, malware, terrorism and extremism online, violent extremism, hate crime and computational social science. Our faculty have experience working for organizations including the:
- Department of Homeland Security
- Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Michigan Air National Guard
- National Crime Prevention Council
- U.S. Department of Defense
To apply for this program, you’ll need
- Completed online application
- Application fee
- Bachelor’s degree with minimum GPA
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Transcripts
To apply for this program, you’ll need the following.
- Completed online application
- Application fee
- Bachelor’s degree with minimum GPA
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Transcripts
To apply for this program, you’ll need:
- Completed online application
- Application fee
- Bachelor’s degree with minimum GPA
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Transcripts
Our online program has three start dates per year: summer, fall and spring.
Our online program has three start dates per year: summer, fall and spring.
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Our online program has three start dates per year: summer, fall and spring.
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Our online graduate programs have three start dates per year: summer, fall and spring.
The skills developed in the MS in Law Enforcement Intelligence and Analysis program and the cold case unit internship will prepare students for investigative and analytical careers in law enforcement.
You’ll need a bachelor’s degree (or the international equivalent) in any field and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
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You’ll need a bachelor’s degree in any field (or international equivalent) with a 3.0 minimum GPA.
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You’ll need a bachelor’s degree in any field (or international equivalent) with a 3.0 minimum GPA.
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Michigan State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. This accreditation recognizes our commitment to quality and continuous improvement through rigorous, comprehensive peer review.
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While the specifics of each program vary, the admissions process always starts by submitting your online application for the program you want to attend. Our admissions team will help guide you through the application process, which includes gathering your transcripts, resume, letters of recommendation, personal statement and more. Once your file is complete, it will be reviewed for a decision.
To apply to the Cold Case Unit internship, students will need a letter of intent and a faculty member reference submitted within the application window (approximately one week). For more information, see the “How to Apply to the Cold Case Unit Internship” section above. The one week is fluid each start. Watch your MSU email for announcement of the application process.
Class sizes cap at 29 students each.
With your graduate certificate in cybercriminology and cybersecurity, you can advance in growing fields such as digital forensics, law enforcement investigations, cybersecurity and intelligence analysis. With your specialized skills, you can also pursue additional credentials for advancement in your preferred career, such as the EnCase™ Certified Examiner program.
As a graduate of the MA in Criminal Justice, you have a variety of career options. Pursue a career as an instructor, policymaker, security manager crime analyst, or consultant. To learn more about what you can do with an MA in Criminal Justice, visit our career outlook page.
With this degree, you can pursue a career as a digital forensic specialist, computer security specialist, forensic detective or seek a position in private security. You might also work in local, state or federal law enforcement as a cybercrime investigator. To learn more about what you can do with an M.S. in Cybercrime and Digital Investigation, visit our career outlook page.
According to O*NET Online, Intelligence Analysts earn a median salary of $86,280 and can expect 2- to 4-percent growth in job opportunities through 2032. To learn more about what you can do with an MS in Law Enforcement Intelligence and Analysis, visit our career outlook page.
Tuition is $857 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 30 credits for an estimated tuition of $25,710.
Tuition is $857 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 30 credits for an estimated tuition of $25,710.
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Tuition is $857 per credit hour. You’ll need to complete 30 credits for an estimated tuition of $25,710.
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FAFSA® is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid — a form you’ll complete to determine eligibility for categories of government-based student aid: work-study jobs, grants, scholarships and loans.
Sallie Mae offers private loans through the Sallie Mae Bank or a lender partner.
The faculty-to-student ratio is approximately 1:10.
The first step is to start your application.
Our mission is to pursue academic excellence through research, education and engagement. At the MSU School of Criminal Justice
We integrate disciplinary research to address the challenges posed by crime and emerging risks, translate knowledge into innovations that transform justice systems and prepare students to utilize evidence-based practices and to serve as future leaders committed to interdisciplinary and engaged scholarship that impacts justice.
With your Master of Arts in Criminal Justice, you have a variety of career options. Pursue a career as an instructor, policymaker, security manager, crime analyst or consultant. Our graduates also aim for executive positions in criminal investigation, cyber security, national security, emergency management and more.
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MSU’s online master’s degree in law enforcement can open doors to a wide range of career opportunities. You’ll be prepared to pursue a role as a crime analyst, criminal intelligence analyst, police supervisor, special agent and more.
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With this degree, you can pursue a career as a digital forensic specialist, computer security specialist, forensic detective or private security specialist. You might also work as a cybercrime investigator in local, state or federal law enforcement.
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Faculty in the MS in Law Enforcement Intelligence and Analysis program are experts in their fields and dedicated to the success of our students. For more information, you can visit our faculty page.
Michigan State’s Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities assists MSU students and employees in accessing accommodations and other supports.
You can choose to specialize in security management, focusing on the techniques used in security operations, or select four electives that suit your professional goals and interests.
While there are no official specializations in this program, you can select four electives that suit your professional goals and interests.
Students and instructors can interact through discussions, office hours, conferences and email.
The application deadline depends on your ideal start date.
- Apply for the summer start date by March 30
- Apply for the fall start date by June 15
- Apply for the spring start date by October 30
The application deadline depends on your ideal start date.
- Apply for the summer start date by March 30
- Apply for the fall start date by June 15
- Apply for the spring start date by October 30
The application deadline depends on your ideal start date.
- Apply for the summer start date by March 30
- Apply for the fall start date by June 15
- Apply for the spring start date by October 30
The application deadline depends on your ideal start date.
- Apply for the summer start date by March 30
- Apply for the fall start date by June 15
- Apply for the spring start date by October 30
Michigan State University was founded in 1855.
Our address:
The School of Criminal Justice
Michigan State University, Baker Hall
655 Auditorium Road, Room 557
East Lansing, Michigan 48824
The following core courses are required, in addition to four electives of your choice for a total of ten 3-credit courses.
- CJ 801 Crime Causation, Prevention, and Control
- CJ 810 Proseminar in Criminal Justice
- CJ 811 Design and Analysis in Criminal Justice Research
- CJ 812 Criminal Justice Management Seminar
- CJ 887 Quantitative Methods in Criminal Justice Research
- CJ 896 Policy Analysis Under Condition of Change
The following core courses are required, in addition to four electives of your choice for a total of ten three-credit courses.
- CJ 801 Crime Causation, Prevention and Control
- CJ 811 Design and Analysis in Criminal Justice Research
- CJ 874 Cybercrime, Deviance and Virtual Society
- CJ 877 Cyber Terror and Cyber Warfare
- CJ 881 Legislative and Policy Responses to Cybercrime
- CJ 882 Analysis of Contemporary Cyberthreats
The Graduate Certificate in Cyber Criminology and Cyber Security includes five courses:
- CJ 872 — Open Source Information Analysis (3 credit hours)
- CJ 874 — Cybercrime, Deviance and Virtual Society (3 credit hours)
- CJ 875 — Digital Forensic Investigations (3 credit hours)
- CJ 876 — Data Systems/Infrastructure (3 credit hours)
- CJ 877 — Cyber Terror and Cyber Warfare (3 credit hours)
The following core courses are required, in addition to four electives of your choice for a total of ten 3-credit courses.
- CJ 801 Crime Causation, Prevention and Control
- CJ 810 Proseminar in Criminal Justice
- CJ 811 Design and Analysis in Criminal Justice Research
- CJ 812 Criminal Justice Management Seminar
- CJ 887 Quantitative Methods in Criminal Justice Research
- CJ 896 Policy Analysis Under Condition of Change
The following core courses are required, in addition to five electives of your choice.
- CJ 802 Proseminar in Law Enforcement Intelligence Operations
- CJ 811 Design and Analysis in CJ Research
- CJ 837 The Intelligence Process and Counterterrorism
- CJ 870 Introduction to Crime Analysis
- CJ 897 Comprehensive Threat Assessment
The following core courses are required, in addition to five electives of your choice.
- CJ 802 Proseminar in Law Enforcement Intelligence Operations
- CJ 811 Design and Analysis in CJ Research
- CJ 837 The Intelligence Process and Counterterrorism
- CJ 870 Introduction to Crime Analysis
- CJ 897 Comprehensive Threat Assessment
The following core courses are required, in addition to four electives of your choice, for a total of 10 three-credit courses.
- CJ 801 Crime Causation, Prevention and Control
- CJ 811 Design and Analysis in Criminal Justice Research
- CJ 874 Cybercrime, Deviance and Virtual Society
- CJ 877 Cyber Terror and Cyberwarfare
- CJ 881 Legislative and Policy Responses to Cybercrime
- CJ 882 Analysis of Contemporary Cyberthreats
If you have any questions about tuition and financial aid, request more information or call toll-free (833) 725-1354 to speak with our team.
If you have questions, contact us toll-free at (833) 725-1354 or email onladm@msu.edu.
MSU’s School of Criminal Justice was one of the first of its kind. For more than 80 years, we’ve been helping shape the discipline, working with criminal justice agencies to build programs that prepare graduates to make a difference in their communities and around the world.
Our MS in LEIA curriculum is informed by the Department of Justice and taught by world-renowned faculty like Dr. David Carter, who not only helped build this area of research and practice but who also wrote the foundational text used in both academia and criminal justice agencies nationwide.
Combined with our more than 80-year history of educating criminal justice professionals, MSU’s network of alumni, faculty and criminal justice agency partnerships gives graduates a competitive edge when seeking new opportunities.
MSU’s School of Criminal Justice is one of the first of its kind. For more than 80 years, we’ve been helping shape the discipline, working with criminal justice agencies to build programs that prepare graduates to make a difference in their communities and around the world.
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Our leading-edge curriculum is informed by the Department of Justice and taught by renowned faculty including Dr. David Carter, who not only helped build this area of research and practice but also wrote the foundational text used in both academia and criminal justice agencies nationwide.
Combined with our more than 80-year history of educating criminal justice professionals, MSU’s network of alumni, faculty and agency partnerships gives you a competitive edge when seeking new opportunities.
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MSU is one of the top research universities in the world and offers a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists and leaders.
Combined with our more than 80-year history of educating criminal justice professionals, MSU’s network of alumni, faculty and agency partnerships gives you a competitive edge when seeking new opportunities.
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Because your diploma will not say “online,” your employers will not know your degree was earned online unless you inform them.
If you start the program together, you will likely see many of the same peers. However, our programs are not organized by cohorts.
We offer technology support to all MSU students, so learning is seamless. You’ll also have access to MSU’s extensive libraries and electronic resource collections.
All graduates receive the same diploma whether their programs were completed online or on campus.
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