Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Public Administration
A Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Public Administration Program Can Equip You to Ensure a Fair Justice System
You can help lead your community to achieve justice for all with Liberty University’s online Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Public Administration degree program. With a master’s degree in criminal justice specializing in public administration, you will be prepared to lead in a variety of roles both within your community and the nation. Liberty’s master’s degree in criminal justice and public administration program will help you understand how law enforcement works in conjunction with government bureaucracy and how to better ensure justice and protection for all citizens.
Liberty University offers a master’s of criminal justice degree from a Christ-centered perspective. Because Liberty’s mission is to Train Champions for Christ, we are dedicated to providing you with a quality education that helps you integrate your faith into your professional life. Your career and spiritual goals matter. We want to teach you the in-demand skills you need to further your career while also providing you with the tools you need to impact the world for Christ.
As a pioneer of distance learning since 1985, Liberty has worked hard to make our online programs flexible and affordable, so your return to college is as easy as possible. Our 100% online M.S. in Criminal Justice degree program is designed to fit easily into your schedule. We believe that you should not have to choose between furthering your education and fulfilling your family and work responsibilities, so our program has no set login times.
What Will You Study in the Online Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Public Administration Program?
- Human resource management in criminal justice organizations
- Budgeting for government administrations
- Public policy implementation
- How worldview affects policy development
In your criminal justice classes, you will study topics like the interdependency of criminal justice agencies in the pursuit of justice, principles of ethical leadership in the criminal justice field, and how to properly evaluate a criminal justice program. Classes in your public administration area of study will focus on community-oriented subjects such as how to encourage economic growth and communicate to resolve conflict.
At Liberty University, our professors have real-world experience in their fields and use that experience to provide you with a practical education designed to help you achieve success. Our professors facilitate engaging learning communities, allowing you to ask questions and receive feedback while also giving you the opportunity to connect with other students. Liberty professors care about you and will do all they can to help you succeed in your educational goals.
You may also be interested in exploring our master’s degrees in cybersecurity, law, or public policy.
Potential Career Options for Graduates of the Online M.S. in Criminal Justice – Public Administration Degree Program
- Elected official
- Homeland Security officer
- Police administrator
- Social services manager
- Urban and social policy specialist
Program Benefits for the Online Master’s in Criminal Justice – Public Administration
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online criminal justice degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete this master’s degree program in criminal justice with a specialization in public administration in as little as 1.5 years.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
