Admission to the Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Students are admitted to the Master of Science in Criminal Justice program based on demonstrated academic ability, personal character, professional goals, and a firm commitment to complete graduate-level education in a Christ-centered environment.
Application Deadlines
You can enter the Criminal Justice master's degree program at multiple points in the academic year. You should complete the admission process as early as possible so you will have adequate time to work with an advisor and qualify for financial aid.
Admission Requirements for the M.S. in Criminal Justice
- Complete the graduate admission application online.
- Submit an official transcript that reflects a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited higher education institution.
- Have a minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants with an undergraduate grade point average between 2.0 and 2.49 will be admitted on a conditional admit (CAD) basis for the first semester. CAD students must maintain a 3.0 GPA or better in their first nine (9) credits to remain in the program.
- The Office of Admission reserves the right to request additional information as deemed necessary to make a selection decision.
To submit application-related materials that were not already submitted through the online application, email them to AdmissionsSupport@ccu.edu or mail to:
Colorado Christian University
Attn: Registration Services/Transcripts
8787 W. Alameda Ave.
Lakewood, CO 80226
Transfer Courses
Students may transfer up to six semester hours of graduate credit from an accredited college or university. The coursework must be comparable to that offered at CCU and fulfill the CCU Masters in Criminal Justice degree requirements.
International Candidates
If you are not a U.S. citizen, you are considered an international student. Learn more about whether or not you'll be required to submit TOEFL scores, and find additional information on our International Students page.
State Exclusions for Online Students
Colorado Christian University is required by the U.S. Department of Education to be in compliance with state laws regarding where we can offer distance and/or online education. The College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers courses to online students in all states with some exceptions for specific academic programs.