UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS CHICAGO · UNITED STATES
MA/PhD in Criminology, Law, and Justice
Master's · Taught in en
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The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) offers Master of Arts (MA) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees in Criminology, Law, and Justice. Please note that admission to both programs has been temporarily paused for administrative reasons. Further details regarding admissions will be provided at a later date. Prospective students are encouraged to review the general admission requirements, deadlines, and fees set by the UIC Graduate College before proceeding with an application once admissions resume. The department's FAQ page and the graduate admissions email (clj-ga@uic.edu) are available for any questions not covered on the website.
Curriculum
Information on specific curriculum details for the MA and PhD programs can be found on the official UIC catalog pages for each degree.
- MA
- PhD
Careers
Graduates of the Criminology, Law, and Justice program are prepared for a variety of roles within the field.
- Law enforcement
- Corrections
- Court systems
- Policy analysis
- Research
- Advocacy
Frequently asked questions
- Is admission to the MA/PhD in Criminology, Law, and Justice currently open?
- No, admission to both the MA and PhD programs in Criminology, Law, and Justice has been temporarily paused for administrative reasons. Please check the program website for updates on when applications will reopen.
- Where can I find information on tuition and fees?
- Tuition is not program-specific and varies by credit hour. Please refer to the University's Tuition and Fees page and the UIC Graduate College website for comprehensive and up-to-date information.
- What are the potential career outcomes for graduates of this program?
- Graduates are prepared for roles in law enforcement, corrections, court systems, policy analysis, research, and advocacy.
- What documents are required for the application?
- Required documents include transcripts, a statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation. Please refer to the Graduate College and departmental guidelines for specific details.
- What is the faculty-to-student ratio for this program?
- The university emphasizes personalized support with a faculty-to-student ratio of one faculty member for every 19 students.
Entry requirements
General Graduate College RequirementsRefer to the UIC Graduate College for overarching admission criteria.
Department-Specific RequirementsThe Criminology, Law, and Justice department may have additional requirements not listed here. Please check the program website for updates.
Admission to MA and PhD programs is temporarily paused. Please check the program website for updates on when applications will reopen.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition information is not program-specific and varies by credit hour. Refer to the University's Tuition and Fees page for details. Programs eligible for Military Tuition Assistance are listed with per credit hour rates.
Tuition (home)Tuition information is not program-specific and varies by credit hour. Refer to the University's Tuition and Fees page for details. Programs eligible for Military Tuition Assistance are listed with per credit hour rates.
LivingAn 'Estimated Cost of Attendance' calculator is available on the UIC website, which projects total expenses including tuition, fees, housing, food, books, supplies, and personal costs for an academic year.
The provided fee information pertains to per credit hour rates for specific programs eligible for Military Tuition Assistance and may not reflect the standard tuition structure for all graduate programs. Please consult the UIC Registrar's website for comprehensive and up-to-date tuition and fee information.
How to apply
1. Check Admission StatusDue to administrative reasons, admission to the MA and PhD programs has been temporarily paused. Please monitor the program website for updates on when applications will reopen.
2. Review Graduate College RequirementsFamiliarize yourself with the general admission requirements, deadlines, and fees set by the UIC Graduate College.
3. Prepare Application MaterialsGather all necessary documents, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose, adhering to both Graduate College and departmental guidelines.
4. Submit ApplicationComplete and submit your application through the UIC Graduate Admissions portal once applications reopen.
5. Check Application StatusAfter submitting your application, you can check its status via the provided link on the Graduate Admissions page.
Frequently asked questions
Is admission to the MA/PhD in Criminology, Law, and Justice currently open?
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No, admission to both the MA and PhD programs in Criminology, Law, and Justice has been temporarily paused for administrative reasons. Please check the program website for updates on when applications will reopen.
Where can I find information on tuition and fees?
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Tuition is not program-specific and varies by credit hour. Please refer to the University's Tuition and Fees page and the UIC Graduate College website for comprehensive and up-to-date information.
What are the potential career outcomes for graduates of this program?
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Graduates are prepared for roles in law enforcement, corrections, court systems, policy analysis, research, and advocacy.
What documents are required for the application?
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Required documents include transcripts, a statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation. Please refer to the Graduate College and departmental guidelines for specific details.
What is the faculty-to-student ratio for this program?
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The university emphasizes personalized support with a faculty-to-student ratio of one faculty member for every 19 students.