Master in Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (Master's)

Claflin University, located in Orangeburg, United States, is a historic institution founded in 1869. You'll find a unique blend of academic rigor and community engagement here. As an international student, you can benefit from the university's strong research focus, nurturing environment, and commitment to community service. With 2200 students, including 53 international students, you'll be part of a diverse and supportive community.

Claflin University offers 45 programs, covering fields like engineering, business, and medicine. Specifically, the university encourages research initiatives across various disciplines, providing opportunities for you to engage in cutting-edge projects. You'll have access to programs that help you develop critical thinking, leadership skills, and ethical reasoning.

As a student at Claflin University, you'll experience a unique blend of campus life and community engagement. You'll be based in Orangeburg, a city that offers a distinct Southern American experience. On campus, you can expect to find a supportive environment with opportunities to get involved in various activities and outreach programs. For instance, the university's emphasis on community service will give you the chance to make a positive impact in the local community.

This programme prepares students for midlevel leadership roles in criminal justice agencies through a balance of theory and practical application. It emphasizes research, policy analysis, and critical thinking in U.S. criminal justice systems. Students engage in either a non-thesis or thesis track to develop specialized expertise. The curriculum is delivered entirely online with asynchronous course formats.

Focus areas include Criminal Justice Systems, Advanced Criminological Theory, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Research Methods, Criminal Justice Policy, Public Policy Portfolio.

The programme requires 36 credit hours, with 12 credits in core courses and 18 credits in professional/elective courses. Students choose between a non-thesis track with two capstone courses or a thesis track with two thesis courses.

Graduates pursue roles in administrative positions within courts, corrections, law enforcement, probation, parole, and research roles in criminal justice agencies.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 GPA. International students must submit TOEFL scores. Required documents include official transcripts, a personal statement, resume, and two letters of recommendation.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. Asynchronous online, full-time or part-time, with most courses lasting eight weeks. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 73% of applicants.