UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH · UNITED STATES
Criminal Justice Minor
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The Criminal Justice minor at the University of Pittsburgh requires the completion of five courses, totaling 15 credits. This program is designed to supplement the work of your major, providing a focused understanding of criminal justice principles and practices. It offers a structured curriculum that allows students to delve into various aspects of the field.
Curriculum
The minor consists of five courses for a total of 15 credits. Specific module details can be found in the course catalog.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the total credit requirements for the Criminal Justice Minor?
- The Criminal Justice minor requires the completion of five courses, totaling 15 credits. This program is designed to supplement your major.
- How do I apply for the Criminal Justice Minor?
- You should typically indicate your interest in the Criminal Justice Minor during your undergraduate application process or consult with your academic advisor. Specific details can be found in the course catalog.
- What are the tuition and fees for this program?
- Costs for the Criminal Justice Minor are not separately listed and depend on the specific courses taken within your overall degree program. Tuition figures provided relate to graduate Public Health programs.
- Are there any scholarships available for this program?
- The Coverdell Fellows Program offers a 50 percent tuition and fees scholarship for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers applying for MPH or MS degrees at Pitt Public Health. You must check the 'Peace Corps' box on your SOPHAS application and provide documentation.
- What are the academic entry requirements for the Criminal Justice Minor?
- To pursue the Criminal Justice Minor, you must be an undergraduate student currently pursuing a major at the University of Pittsburgh. Further specific entry requirements beyond this are not detailed.
Entry requirements
Undergraduate StudyMust be pursuing a major at the University of Pittsburgh.
This is a minor program, and specific entry requirements beyond being an admitted student in a major program are not detailed.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition and fees for graduate programs (MPH/MS) are listed as $109,380 out-of-state. For the Coverdell Fellows Program, this is reduced by a 50% scholarship to a net cost of $54,690.
Tuition (home)Tuition and fees for graduate programs (MPH/MS) are listed as $64,250 in-state. For the Coverdell Fellows Program, this is reduced by a 50% scholarship to a net cost of $32,125.
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The tuition figures provided are for graduate Public Health programs (MPH/MS) and relate to the Coverdell Fellows scholarship. Costs for the Criminal Justice Minor are not separately listed and would depend on the specific courses taken within a student's overall degree program.
How to apply
1. Complete the SOPHAS ApplicationFill out the SOPHAS online application for the MPH or MS degree program at Pitt Public Health. Ensure you meet the prerequisite coursework in behavioral/social sciences and algebra/statistics.
2. Indicate RPCV StatusIf you are a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer applying for the Coverdell Fellows Program, check the 'Peace Corps' box in the 'Additional Experiences' section of your SOPHAS application.
3. Submit Supporting DocumentsUpload required documents including transcripts, resume, statement of purpose, and three letters of recommendation. GRE scores are optional.
4. Provide Peace Corps DocumentationUpon admission, you will need to provide an official copy of your Peace Corps Description of Service before your first term of study.
5. Application Fee RefundThe SOPHAS application fee will be refunded for all Coverdell Fellows who matriculate at Pitt Public Health.
Scholarships
Coverdell Fellows Program50 percent tuition & fees scholarship
Frequently asked questions
What are the total credit requirements for the Criminal Justice Minor?
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The Criminal Justice minor requires the completion of five courses, totaling 15 credits. This program is designed to supplement your major.
How do I apply for the Criminal Justice Minor?
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You should typically indicate your interest in the Criminal Justice Minor during your undergraduate application process or consult with your academic advisor. Specific details can be found in the course catalog.
What are the tuition and fees for this program?
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Costs for the Criminal Justice Minor are not separately listed and depend on the specific courses taken within your overall degree program. Tuition figures provided relate to graduate Public Health programs.
Are there any scholarships available for this program?
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The Coverdell Fellows Program offers a 50 percent tuition and fees scholarship for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers applying for MPH or MS degrees at Pitt Public Health. You must check the 'Peace Corps' box on your SOPHAS application and provide documentation.
What are the academic entry requirements for the Criminal Justice Minor?
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To pursue the Criminal Justice Minor, you must be an undergraduate student currently pursuing a major at the University of Pittsburgh. Further specific entry requirements beyond this are not detailed.