Master of Science - Criminal Justice Online Degree Information

	Master of Science - Criminal Justice
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Degree Title:	Master of Science - Criminal Justice
College:	Virginia College Online
Description:	The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) degree is designed to provide an advanced and in-depth study of the criminal justice system from a management and administrative viewpoint. The curriculum includes advanced courses in the different fields of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, corrections, and juvenile justice, as well as courses that will increase the students’ understanding of criminological theories and social science research. This program is designed to help prepare students to take on leadership and managerial positions at the local, state, and federal levels of the criminal justice system. In addition to successful completion of all required courses and elective hours, students will be tasked with completion of four comprehensive examinations which will cover specific course materials as a means to fully demonstrate the students’ mastery of the material learned.

Accreditation:	Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. (?)
Educational Level:	Master (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	Students must have an accredited Bachelor’s degree.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
Virginia College Online is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.

Address:
400 Chase Park South
Suite 300
Birmingham, AL 35244
US

Institution Type: (?)
Private, for-profit, Higher Education

Calendar Type:
Virginia College Online enrollment is quarterly.

Delivery Format: (?)
VCO uses Web CT with a 24/7 technical support line. They have 2 year associates, 4 year bachelors and 21 month Masters Degrees. Some degrees can be complete sooner through their fast track program.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Associate's College

Geographic Restrictions:
United States citizens only.

On-Campus Requirement:
None

Scholarships Offered:
Scholarships for Virginia College Online are available for those who qualify.

Loans Offered:
Financial Aid for Virginia College Online programs is available for those who qualify. There are many types of financial aid including: Scholarships, Pell grants and student loans.