by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 18 schools in the Great Lakes Region to determine which ones were the best for master's degree seekers in the field of criminal justice studies. Combined, these schools handed out 317 master's degrees in criminal justice studies to qualified students.
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The criminal justice studies master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality criminal justice studies program can vary widely even among the top schools. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for criminal justice studies students working on their master's degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Criminal Justice Studies Master's Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for criminal justice studies students seeking a a master's degree.
University of Cincinnati - Main Campus is a wonderful option for students interested in a master's degree in criminal justice studies. UC is a fairly large public university located in the large city of Cincinnati.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from University of Cincinnati - Main Campus
Xavier University is a wonderful option for individuals pursuing a master's degree in criminal justice studies. Xavier is a medium-sized private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Cincinnati.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from Xavier University
It's difficult to beat Lewis University if you want to pursue a master's degree in criminal justice studies. Located in the large suburb of Romeoville, Lewis is a private not-for-profit university with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from Lewis University
It's hard to beat Indiana University - Bloomington if you wish to pursue a master's degree in criminal justice studies. IU Bloomington is a fairly large public university located in the city of Bloomington.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from Indiana University - Bloomington
Loyola University Chicago is a good decision for students interested in a master's degree in criminal justice studies. Located in the large city of Chicago, Loyola Chicago is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from Loyola University Chicago
UIC is a fairly large public university located in the large city of Chicago.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from University of Illinois at Chicago
Located in the midsize suburb of Normal, Illinois State is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from Illinois State University
UW - Platteville is a moderately-sized public university located in the town of Platteville.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from University of Wisconsin - Platteville
Located in the suburb of Edwardsville, SIUE is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Kent State is a fairly large public university located in the suburb of Kent.More information about a master’s in criminal justice studies from Kent State University at Kent
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Criminal Justice Studies is one of 21 different types of Criminal Justice & Corrections programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice | 233 |
| Other Corrections & Criminal Justice | 37 |
| Securities Services Administration/Management | 23 |
