Explore our MS in Human Services Criminal Justice specialization
From homelessness to substance abuse to poverty, a variety of factors contribute to criminal behavior in modern society. In the Criminal Justice specialization, you will explore both traditional and contemporary intervention and rehabilitation approaches for offenders as well as their victims. By examining the factors that contribute to criminal behavior, you can identify the key challenges facing the criminal justice system today—and what you as a human services professional can do to help address these problems.
This specialization can prepare you to lead programs within prisons as well as probation and parole programs. Other career opportunities include policy and planning in the Bureau of Prisons, Department of Justice, or halfway and rehabilitation programs.
Program Details
Curriculum
Completion Requirements
- 53 quarter credits
- Foundation course (3 cr.)
- Core courses (35 cr.)
- Elective/specialization courses (15 cr.)
- Capstone (5 cr.)
View the COMPLETE CURRICULUM PLAN.
Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for this master’s program, you must have a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, from an accredited school and meet the general admission requirements. All applicants must submit a completed online application and transcripts. More information for international applicants.
The progress you make now pays you back. You’ll receive your final courses tuition-free, depending on your program.
We believe you can achieve your goals—and we’re here to support you along your journey.
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*Tuition and fees are subject to change. See Tuition and Fees section and Scholarship Details for more information.
| Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 53 quarter credit hours | $530 per quarter hour | $28,090 |
| Technology Fee | Per quarter | $170 | $1,020 |
| $29,110** | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION |
-$5,300 $23,810* |
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*Represents minimum time to completion, Criminal Justice, Disaster, Crisis, and Intervention, Family Studies and Interventions, or Military Families and Culture specialization, and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 30 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 855-646-5286.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost between $1,000 and $1,400.
Testimonials
It was difficult going back to school when I was close to my 50s, but it was worth it.
I chose to continue my education and pursue my MS in Human Services to open more doors for my career.
Walden’s advisors made me feel comfortable in choosing to attend Walden over other online programs.
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Note on Licensure:
The MS in Human and Social program, including its specializations, is not designed to lead to professional licensure, including licensure as a professional therapist, counselor, social worker, or psychologist.