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| Credits Required |
36
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| Format | |
| Location |
Classes for this program meet downtown on the Robert C. Pew Grand Rapids Campus. Some courses available online. 
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| Coursework |
Students study a variety of criminal justice topics, including:
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| Career Options |
Graduates find employment in a variety of professions, including:
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| Application Deadline |
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The recommended deadline for fall semester start is June 1; recommended deadline for winter is November 1. Applications received past the deadline may still be reviewed in time for the start of the subsequent semester, but enrollment cannot be guaranteed. The $30 nonrefundable application fee is waived if the applicant has previously applied to GVSU.
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| Skills Employers Want |
The M.S. in Criminal Justice degree at GVSU will develop the skills you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings in the criminal justice field.
Source: EMSI, 2022
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