Criminal Justice
About the Program
The Department of Criminal Justice offers Master of Arts and Master of Sciences degrees in Criminal Justice in a completely online format. Admission and completion criteria for the degrees is the same as the on-campus M.A. and M.S. degrees and are taught by the same faculty, but allow students to complete their degree without attending class on campus. This option is geared to working professionals wishing to obtain a graduate degree part-time while continuing to work. Students who complete two classes during the fall, spring, and summer semesters will earn their degree in two years.
Career Paths
- Law enforcement
- Community and institutional corrections
- Victim resource and advocacy
- Courts and legal professions
Courses & Requirements
36 credit hours | Course Checklist
Online students can complete the program in two years enrolling in two courses in each semester (fall, spring, summer). Students must complete all requirements for their master’s degree within six years. No courses more than six years old at the time of graduation may count as part of the hours for graduation.
Cost & Financial Aid
Learn more about Financial Aid opportunities at Radford University.
Radford University FAFSA code is 003732.
Student Support
We know the path to higher education can be daunting, which is why we’re here to help.
As a student of the Roanoke Higher Education Center, you will have access to:
- Library collections and services
- Student Success Center
- Career Center
- Computer lab and student lounge
- Cafe serving breakfast and lunch
- Free parking with a student parking pass
Radford University Resources Available To Students Enrolled Via RHEC:
- Radford University Bookstore
- McConnell Library
- Center for Diversity and Inclusion
- Center for Accessibility Services
- Military Resource Center
- Financial Aid Office
- Career Center at Radford University
- Division of Student Affairs
- Division of Information Technology (Radford University 25 station Computer Lab on Site at RHEC)