Master of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology.

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Master of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology

What Can a Master’s Degree Do for Me? Advancement in current job Broaden job opportunities Prepare for a Ph.D. Develop skills (writing, research, critical thinking, problem solving, public speaking) Network with a group of like-minded students Smaller classes with more individualized attention from faculty

Some of Our Graduates  Eladio Castillo, ’08Special Agent, FBI  Jorge Gonzales, ’08 Equal Opportunity Specialist, Department of Labor  Katie Ellis, ’09 Parole Officer/electronic monitoring  Fabian Romero, ’09 Sociology Ph.D. student, Texas A&M  Kristina Lopez, ’10 Criminal Justice Ph.D. student, Texas State University  Jeannie Hahl, ’10 Demography Ph.D. student, UTSA  Elsa Castro, ’11Crime Analyst, Oklahoma Department of Public Safety  Bill Prock, ’11 Criminal Justice Ph.D. student, Texas State University  Layla McKinnon, ’12Crime Analyst, Texas Department of Public Safety  Carlin Jimenez ’13 Mental Health Policy Fellowship, Hogg Foundation

Graduate Faculty Richard Hartley, University of Nebraska-OmahaCourts and Sentencing Megan Augustyn, University of MarylandJuvenile Delinquency and the Life Course Michael Caudy, University of South FloridaCommunity Corrections; Life Course Criminology Roger Enriquez, University of IowaLegal Issues; Delinquency Prevention Michael Gilbert, Arizona State UniversityRestorative and Community Justice Byongook Moon, Michigan State UniversitySchool Bullying; Violence; Theory Jamie Newsome, University of CincinnatiBiosocial Criminology; Evolutionary Psych James Ray, University of South FloridaJuvenile Justice; Criminological Theory Michael Tapia, The Ohio State UniversityJuvenile Justice; Gangs; Race/Ethnicity Marie Tillyer, University of CincinnatiVictimization; Violence; Environmental Criminology Rob Tillyer, University of CincinnatiPolicing; Crime Prevention Jeffrey Ward, University of FloridaLife Course Criminology; Gangs

Overview of Curriculum 36 hour degree program: 15 hours Core courses 15 hours Electives 6 hours Nonthesis (Comp) or Thesis

Core Courses (15 Hours) Offered every FALL Semester: CRJ 5073 Research Methods CRJ 5123 Justice Policy Formation and Implementation CRJ 6373 Crime Theory and Justice Policy Offered every SPRING Semester: CRJ 5083 Quantitative Analysis CRJ 5133 Management of Justice Organizations ***We recommend that students complete their core courses during their first two long semesters in the program***

Electives (15 Hours) Prescribed Electives (9 Hours) CRJ Electives listed in the Catalog Includes courses on policing and crime control, program evaluation, corrections policy, gender issues in CJ, race/ethnicity in CJ Free Electives (6 Hours) CRJ Electives from Catalog OR Can take courses from a pre-approved list in other disciplines (see MSCJC Student Handbook)

Nonthesis Option OR Thesis Option (6 Hours) Option I: Nonthesis (Comprehensive Exam) Comprehensive exam is comprised of 5 essay questions derived from your core courses CRJ 6383 Capstone Course – prepares students for comprehensive exam Additional elective

Nonthesis Option OR Thesis Option (6 Hours) Option II: Thesis (6 hours) This option is available only with permission from an instructor and the Graduate Advisor of Record. Theory-based original research project Committee of 3 UTSA faculty (1 chair, 2 members) Requirements include: committee formation, written manuscript, oral prospectus defense, final oral defense

Admission Requirements For unconditional admission: Satisfy University-wide graduate admission requirements Baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or equivalent training at a foreign institution Minimum GPA of 3.0 or better in the last 60 semester credit hours of undergraduate work as well as all previous graduate work Completed 18 hours in criminal justice, criminology, or a closely-related discipline, or professional experience in the justice system Good standing at the last institution attended GRE test score - OPTIONAL Recommendation of the Justice Policy Graduate Admissions Committee Students who do not meet these criteria may be admitted conditionally or on probation as degree-seeking depending on the nature of the deficiency.

What is Needed to Complete My Application Packet? Completed UTSA Graduate School Application and fee paid (see Official undergraduate transcripts from all previous community colleges and universities Two letters of recommendation Personal statement Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test scores - OPTIONAL

Admission Deadlines For Spring admission – Final deadline  November 1 st For Fall admission – Priority deadline  April 15 th – Final deadline  July 1 st – Scholarship applications are due Feb. 15. Students must be admitted to the program to apply for scholarships. Students who are interested in applying for scholarships are advised to submit their applications early to meet this deadline. International student deadliness – April 1 st for Fall admission – September 1 st for Spring admission

Graduate Assistantships (GAs) Provide students with the opportunity to work with 1-2 professors on research Pay is $ per hour May work up to 19 hours per week Must be in good academic standing Maintain a 3.0 GPA and be enrolled in 6 credit hours (2 graduate classes) per semester.

The Graduate School Scholarship opportunities (Feb 15 deadline) Financial aid/loan information (FAFSA accepted Jan 1-March 15) Graduate Student Success Events and Workshops Graduate Student Association Online Workshops and Resources Academic and Professional Skill Development Thesis Formatting and Deadlines

Program Advantages and Opportunities The program is designed with both working professionals and traditional students in mind to help you reach your educational goals!  Recent name change to provide graduates with a broad range of opportunities  Non-thesis and thesis options available  Classes conveniently 6:00 PM at the Downtown Campus  Scholarships and graduate assistantships available  Study abroad opportunities available  GRE optional

For questions, please contact : Dr. Marie Tillyer Graduate Advisor of Record Graduate Program Committee Chair