Accelerated MS in Criminal Justice

The Bachelor’s/Accelerated Master’s (BAM) in Criminal Justice pathway is designed for high achieving Mason undergraduate students who are pursuing a bachelor's degree in any field and who also wish to obtain a master's of science in criminal justice. Students can earn both degrees with a total of 138 credits rather than the usual 150 credits, and in as few as five years. Students gain enhanced knowledge and skills in the criminal justice field for career development or to help prepare for competitive, sought-after positions. The pathway takes advantage of the university's proximity to many justice organizations at the federal, state, and local levels in the capital region. The curriculum is designed to give students the skills to work with justice and security agencies in the region.

Before applying, meet with your undergraduate advisor and also with the graduate program coordinator in the Department of Criminology, Law, and Society, Brielle DeMatteo.

Virtual Information Sessions

If you would like to know more about our Bachelor’s/Accelerated Master’s (BAM) pathway or the application process, please RSVP for a virtual information session! Upcoming sessions are posted on our events listing.