Master of Science in Criminology
Crime and Punishment
Go behind the scenes to study the real-life implications of crime. Develop a deep understanding of why crimes are committed, how they’re handled, and how we can prevent them. You’ll learn how to be an advocate for victims and a voice for justice in this dynamic Master of Science (M.S.) program. Jumpstart or advance your career in criminal justice, or continue your studies at the doctoral level.
Fast Facts
- #1 Best Value Public University in the West, 3 Years running (USNWR, 2022).
- Complete the criminology degree either online or on the Moscow campus.
- Full-time, online students pay in-state tuition, regardless of location.
- Thesis and non-thesis track options.
- Demand for criminal justice professionals is expected to grow 9.8% over the next decade (Idaho Department of Labor).
- Hands-on learning through internships with law enforcement agencies, probation and parole, victim services, and other organizations.
- Participate in research projects with faculty members in areas such as human rights, firearms policy, deviance, law and society, criminal justice policy, social crime in the media, and terrorism.