Criminal Justice

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Faculty:

Chair: C. Lavery; Graduate Coordinator: J. Klein; Professor Emeritus: J. DeSanto; Professor: P. O’Connell; Associate Professors: J. Klein, C. Lavery,R. Mealia.

The increasing number, variety and complexity of programs in the criminal justice system demand professionals who possess not only a greater understanding of social, political and economic issues related to criminal justice, but also an increased sophistication in the application of computer technologies to the field.

lona’s graduate program in criminal justice meets these needs. It is designed for criminal justice professionals who wish to increase their knowledge and skills for promotion or a post-retirement career; for professionals in allied fields who wish to change careers or enhance their current status with a comprehensive knowledge of criminal justice; and for college graduates who seek entry-level careers within the criminal justice system.

Admissions

Non-Matriculated Status

See “Academic Information - Non-Matriculated ” in this catalog for requirements to be met.

Matriculated Status

See “Academic Information - Matriculated ” in this catalog for requirements to be met, in addition to the following:

1. A meeting with the chair of the Criminal Justice Department.
2. An undergraduate minimum GPA of 2.75.
3. All requirements must be completed within five years from the date of admission

Graduation Requirements

1. Completion of 33 credits.
2. A minimum 3.0 GPA.
3. All requirements must be completed

Programs

• Criminal Justice, MS (2105)

• Cyber-Crime and Security Certificate (0701)
• Forensic Criminology and Criminal Justice Certificate (1999.20)

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