M.S. in Criminal Justice

Instill Positive Change in the Justice System with a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Liberty University

Liberty’s Master of Science (M.S.) in Criminal Justice invites you to deepen your understanding of how justice-oriented organizations operate and respond to changing societal needs. As you study within a values-driven academic environment, you can engage with advanced topics in leadership, administration, and ethical practice as they relate to contemporary criminal justice systems.

This program is designed for those who wish to explore justice administration from a broad perspective, incorporating critical analysis and research opportunities. By participating in our residential class format, you can benefit from face-to-face instruction, collaborative peer engagement, and direct access to faculty who bring both scholarly and professional insight into the classroom.

Pursue Your Degree with Confidence

• Elective courses give you the ability to tailor your degree toward your individual interests and goals.
• Experienced instructors bring practical knowledge from law enforcement, corrections, policy, and academia.
• Small residential class sizes provide opportunities for meaningful interaction and discussion among students and faculty.
• The optional, supervised thesis allows you to engage in original research and develop advanced analytical skills.
• The program integrates a Christian worldview that supports ethical reflection and leadership in the justice field.
• The program’s focus on evaluation, trends, and organizational design can help you consider both theory and real-world application.

What Will You Study?

• Elective studies tailored to specialized areas of interest within criminal justice and related fields
• Ethical frameworks, professional integrity, and values-based leadership in justice contexts
• Human resource management in justice-oriented agencies
• Organizational leadership and structure within criminal justice systems
• Program evaluation, data analysis, and strategic decision-making in justice settings
• Research methods and optional thesis process
• Trends and emerging issues in policing, corrections, and public policy