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Criminal Justice Graduate Programs<\/h1>\n

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Mission<\/span><\/h2>\n

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The Criminal Justice Graduate Program at Western Oregon University emphasizes conducting social science research in the field of criminal justice and learning how to apply these methods toward solving the actual problems encountered in the administration of justice.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Online Degree Program Opportunities<\/h2>\n

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Master of Arts in Criminal Justice<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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The MACJ provides students with an academic foundation for managerial and other advanced professional roles in criminal justice, and preparation for doctoral programs.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Graduate Program Resources<\/h2>\n

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Application Materials<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Interested in our programs? Figure out how to apply!<\/p>\n

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Program Plans<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Exit Requirements<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Finishing up your degree? Apply to graduate!<\/p>\n

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Additional Program Features<\/h2>\n

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Accelerated Undergraduate to Master’s Pathway (AUMP)<\/h3>\n

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The\u00a0Accelerated Undergraduate to Master\u2019s Pathway<\/a>\u00a0(AUMP) allows current WOU undergraduate CJ students to take\u00a0up to 16<\/span>\u00a0graduate\u00a0<\/span>credits<\/span>\u00a0which can apply<\/span>\u00a0to their current CJ undergraduate degree<\/span>\u00a0and<\/i>\u00a0transfer to the CJ graduate program.<\/span><\/p>\n

With thoughtful planning, students could complete a master\u2019s degree within 1 year of completing their bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Graduate Assistant Positions<\/h3>\n

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Graduate Assistantships provide\u00a0salary and a tuition remission\u00a0for two academic years while you gain valuable research and\/or teaching experience working 19.6 hours per week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You don\u2019t need to be on campus to be a Graduate Assistant\u00a0\u2013 the CJS Division accepts online applicants!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Online Program<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pursue your graduate degree completely online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

All faculty have experience teaching online and actively encourage dynamic learning environments in a virtual setting.<\/span><\/p>\n

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High Quality Faculty<\/strong><\/p>\n

Criminal justice researchers, professionals and scholars with a wide spectrum of expertise in the field of criminal justice will facilitate your graduate learning.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Competitive, Relevant and Rigorous Program<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rigorous courses and specialized certificate programs provide graduate students with a foundation of valueable opportunities to explore progressive and relevant areas of criminal justice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Grad Student Bios<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Our currently enrolled graduate students come from a variety of backgrounds and benefit from the interactive engagement of their cohorts as they pursue their educational and professional goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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See what our alumni are doing!<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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We proudly support and celebrate our Master\u2019s alumni!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Omar Melchor-Ayala, PhD<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Criminal Justice Graduate Studies<\/span>
Program Coordinator<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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Ask me about the Criminal Justice Graduate program!<\/span><\/h2>\n

I look forward to hearing from you and the opportunity to discuss your questions. Additionally, please explore our website for more information about our degrees and programs.<\/p>\n

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