Master’s Program
Our Master of Science in Criminology & Criminal Justice is a nationally ranked distance learning program designed for working professionals,
prospective doctoral students and college graduates interested in the advanced study
of criminal justice and criminology.
This 21 month program offers students an engaging online learning environment and
direct access to TCU professors — in a completely online format that will allow you
earn an advanced degree while balancing your obligations to work and family.
Program Highlights
- Ranked No. 6 by U.S. News & World Report for criminal justice online master’s programs, 2025
- Competitively priced
- 30% tuition-based scholarships available to all students
- Delivered completely online
- Classes taught by full-time faculty
- Personal attention in small cohorts
What You Can Expect
You’ll develop and apply the analytic skills needed for examining contemporary criminal justice issues, analyzing existing research and informing policy. Our courses integrate published research, empirical data and the personal experiences of instructors and students in the criminal justice field.
Online to Maximize Your Time
Our program is 100% online. We have social events throughout the year for you to get to know your cohort members and faculty.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Our program is competitively priced, using a different tuition rate than TCU's undergraduate offerings. Tuition-based scholarships are available that can cover up to 30 percent of the program’s tuition costs. Additionally, federal student aid may be available when you submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid form directly to the U.S. Department of Education. Students with military backgrounds may qualify for additional assistance, such as the GI Bill. For more information, please visit the TCU Office of Graduate Studies.
State Authorization & SARA Membership
TCU and the criminology and criminal justice graduate program are fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The program can accept students from every state as part of the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA).
Information for Distance Learning Students
- More Information on State Authorization and SARA Membership
- Complaint Process for Distance Learning Students
- Tuition Refund Policy
Please note that this program is not intended for educational preparation for a specific career path or civil service exam.