LINDENWOOD UNIVERSITY · UNITED STATES
Criminal Justice, MS with Administration Emphasis
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
24 mo
Duration
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Master's
Level
- 33-36Total Credit Hours
- On-campus, Online, BlendedDelivery Formats
- No GRE RequiredAdmission Requirement
- Police Administration, Corrections Administration, Crisis ManagementEmphasis Areas
- 18-24 MonthsTypical Completion Time
Lindenwood University offers a Master of Science (MS) in Criminal Justice with an Administration Emphasis, designed for professionals seeking to advance into leadership roles within law enforcement, corrections, and other justice-related organizations. This program integrates criminal law and theory with practical leadership development, crisis management, and organizational change strategies. The Administration Emphasis specifically focuses on police administration, corrections administration, and crisis management, equipping students with competencies in budgeting, personnel management, policy development, and ethical decision-making essential for leading public safety agencies. The curriculum is structured to develop critical competencies in leadership theory, policy analysis, research and data-driven decision making, crisis management, and ethical leadership. Faculty include experienced law enforcement executives, criminologists, and legal scholars who bring real-world administrative experience into the classroom, helping students translate theory into practical leadership strategies. The program emphasizes experiential learning through case studies, policy proposal development, and a capstone project addressing authentic leadership challenges. This master's degree is available in on-campus, online, and blended formats, offering flexibility for working professionals. The program can be completed in 18-24 months for full-time students. Graduates are prepared for supervisory, administrative, and executive positions across the justice system.
Careers
A Master of Science in Criminal Justice with an Administration Emphasis prepares graduates for supervisory, administrative, and executive roles within various sectors of the justice system.
- Police Lieutenant / Captain / Chief of Police
- Sheriff / Undersheriff / Chief Deputy
- Corrections Administrator / Warden / Deputy Warden
- Probation / Parole Division Director
- Federal Agency Supervisor (FBI, DEA, ATF, U.S. Marshals)
- Court Administrator / Judicial Services Director
- Emergency Management Director
- Private Security Director / Corporate Security Manager
- Criminal Justice Professor / Researcher
Entry requirements
Undergraduate DegreeA bachelor's degree is required. No specific undergraduate major is necessary. Students without a criminal justice degree or significant professional experience will need to complete a prerequisite course (CCJ 51600 Foundations of Criminal Justice).
GRE/GMAT scores are not required for admission.
Fees
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How to apply
1. Visit the Application PortalGo to apply.lindenwood.edu to begin your application.
2. Select ProgramChoose Criminal Justice MS as your intended program and specify the Administration Emphasis.
3. Submit TranscriptsProvide official transcripts from all previously attended educational institutions.
4. Complete Additional StepsThe graduate admissions team will provide guidance on any further requirements or steps needed to finalize your application.