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    Criminology, Law and Society, MA

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    Irvine, USMASOnline2 years
    $33,374.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    48%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    34
    Cohort
    students
    52
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine is a 52-credit, 2-year, online MAS program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $33,374.

    About the program

    The program covers theoretical and practical applications in crime and its control, social policy, and law from a multidisciplinary perspective. It includes required courses in research methods, statistics, and a capstone on social problems, law, and policy, plus electives.

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    #2 Best Online Master's in Criminal Justice Programs (US News & World Report 2026)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Not eligible for OPT (online program)

    $38,479.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine is $33,374 across 52 required credits.
    Is Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine take to complete?
    Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine is structured around 2 years and 52 credits.
    What GPA is required for Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    How competitive is Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine?
    Criminology, Law and Society, MA at University of California-Irvine reports an acceptance rate of approximately 48%.