Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Forensic Psychology

What Will You Study in Our Criminal Justice – Forensic Psychology Degree? 

• Become familiar with the processes of the U.S. legal system
• Explore how to develop programs to rehabilitate and reintegrate offenders
• Learn the fundamentals of forensic psychology
• Understand the minds and actions of criminal offenders
  

A forensic psychologist will have a different experience with every case and client. Our Master of Science in Criminal Justice can help prepare you to handle any situation that comes your way. Learn in-demand skills through Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Forensic Psychology degree program.

Potential Career Options for Online Forensic Psychology Master’s Graduates

• Criminal justice and law enforcement instructor
• Federal government employee
• Forensic science technician
• Intelligence analyst
• Jail supervisor
• Jury consultant
• Police consultant
• Victim advocate

Benefits of Pursuing Our M.S. in Criminal Justice – Forensic Psychology Degree Program

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 as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online M.S. in Criminal Justice degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!

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 – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder
• 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)