Master in Accelerated BA/MS in Crime & Justice Studies

Suffolk University in Boston, founded in 1906, is a compact urban university serving about 6,315 students, including approximately 861 international learners. Located in the heart of a major global city, Suffolk leverages Boston’s vibrant professional landscape to provide abundant internship and networking opportunities with firms, courts, cultural organizations and startups. The university’s size supports close faculty-student interaction while offering the resources of a large metropolitan area.

Programs at Suffolk focus on preparing students for careers through experiential learning, internships and practical projects tied to local and international employers. Small class sizes foster mentorship and accessible advising, and the institution emphasizes career readiness, professional placement and applied learning across its offerings. International students benefit from tailored support services, visa guidance and orientation activities that help integrate academic and social life.

Campus life at Suffolk blends urban convenience with student-centered services: clubs, cultural events and career fairs are regularly held to connect learners with employers throughout Boston. For students seeking a professionally oriented education in a dynamic city environment, Suffolk offers a compact campus experience with strong ties to industry, practical learning pathways and a supportive framework for international scholars.

Students with a keen interest in criminal justice can earn a Master of Science in Crime & Justice Studies (MSCJS) in just five years through this program. Students will apply their studies to real-world scenarios through internships in the field. The dual-degree program is open to criminal justice and sociology majors and includes two graduate-level courses in the senior year and a full-time graduate year.