Justice Studies BA-to-MA

Understand the Application Process

If you have matriculated as a justice studies or sociology major, you may apply for a combined BA-to-MA option after completing 75 credit hours, including at least 20 credit hours in courses counted toward the justice studies or sociology major. You must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0. BA-to-MA students are permitted to count 9 graduate credits toward their undergraduate requirements.

Admission Requirements

• completed application form accompanied by a $50 nonrefundable application fee
• official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate records
• minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in undergraduate course work
• statement of professional goals, including how the program will prepare your for these goals
• 3 letters of recommendation that address your potential to succeed in a graduate program (Please Note: You must include at least one letter from a professor in a social science course.)
• a Plan of Study approved by your advisor and appropriate dean
• an interview (may be required)