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    Master of Arts in Criminal Justice

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    Pullman, USMAIn-person2 years
    $47,091.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    62%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    5
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Pullman, US. Tuition is $47,091.

    About the program

    The program develops knowledge of criminal justice, analytical skills, communication, and research abilities through core courses in research methods, quantitative methods, processes and institutions, evaluation research, and criminological theory, with electives and either a thesis or non-thesis project.

    Focus: both
    #23 Criminology (US News)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Jul 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 10, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min The department has set a minimum score of 3.5 or higher for the analytical test to be considered for admission
    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum TOEFL: 90
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,918.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University is $47,091 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
    How competitive is Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University?
    Master of Arts in Criminal Justice at Washington State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 62%.