Where Leaders Create Leaders

The University of Cincinnati Online Master of Science in Criminal Justice is a one-of-a-kind program—highly ranked and regionally accredited, with a faculty comprised of some of the most recognizable and respected leaders in the criminal justice field. This degree opens doors and creates leaders who will use their knowledge to truly shape countless industries. Click on the Criminal Justice section to discover your ideal fit and where you can make the greatest impact in this exciting field.

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Rankings & Accreditation

The University of Cincinnati is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission

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The University of Cincinnati is ranked the #3 Criminal Justice School in the Nation (U.S. News & World Report)

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Law EnforcementThis is Michael Kilbane, a police sergeant and a graduate of the UC online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program. Click here to learn about careers in law enforcement and read about how an MSCJ degree has helped Michael advance his career and become a better officer.

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CorrectionsMeet Danielle Cheers, a state probation officer and a graduate of the UC online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program. Click here to learn about a career in corrections and read about how an MSCJ degree has helped Danielle advance her career and become a more complete officer.

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Federal GovernmentAs a current member of the FBI, we have been asked to conceal the identity of "John Doe," a UC Master of Criminal Justice graduate. Click here to learn about a career with the federal government and read an actual story about how an MSCJ degree helped "John Doe" become an FBI agent.

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MilitaryWe salute Marine officer Bryan Tye for his sacrifice in service to this country. While overseas Bryan graduated from UC's online program. Click here to learn how an MSCJ degree complements the skills gained in the armed forces, and how this degree is helping Bryan discover a whole new career path.

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EducationSay hello to professor Lance Heard, a recent graduate of University of Cincinnati's online MSCJ program. Here you will learn about a career teaching criminal justice professionals. You will also discover why a Master of Science degree was integral in Lance realizing his dream of teaching.

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Social ServicesCrystal Gregory is a forensic interviewer and graduate of the UC's online Criminal Justice program. Take a moment to read about Crystal's efforts to help victims by truly understanding criminal behavior and the criminal justice field.

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InvestigatorsThis is Thomas Lynch, a 28-year veteran of the Toronto Police Service and self-proclaimed UC-junkie! Preparing to graduate in 2010, Thomas cannot stop raving about the skills he is gaining in the UC Criminal Justice program.

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