Frequently Asked Questions

Do you require the GRE for this program?

There is no GRE required for admission into this program.

May current or former supervisors provide recommendations?

Yes! In addition to your professors, current or former supervisors may also provide recommendations.

How long does it take to complete the MSCJC degree?

Students may complete the degree in as few as 3 semesters with full-time status, while most full-time students complete the degree between 3 and 4 semesters. Part-time study is also available.

Is this program offered online?

Yes! The master’s in criminal justice and criminology is offered entirely online. There is no in-person option.

Do I have to do an internship?

Internships, or field placements, are not required. Students may take up to three credits of field placement.

Currently employed in the criminal justice field? You may qualify to earn credits for your real-world experience.

Do I need a bachelor’s in criminal justice to apply to this program? If not, will I be at a disadvantage?

We encourage students with bachelor’s degrees in a related field to apply.

Students entering without a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice are not at a disadvantage; they will learn core concepts about the criminal justice system and criminology along the way.

Contact
Alyssa Sheeran, PhD
Assistant Professor and Graduate Program Coordinator
414-251-8687
asheeran@uwm.edu