Criminal Justice Administration Certificate

The Department of Criminal Justice offers a Certificate in Criminal Justice Administration at the Master’s level. The certificate is intended toward two groups of students: 1) professionals who have a graduate degree, but see courses in administration as a way to advance in the field, and 2) those with an undergraduate degree who, for whatever reason, are not ready to apply to the criminal justice graduation program.

Admission Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree
Personal Statement/Essay
3 years of experience in the field

Required Courses

Completion Requirements

Complete the nine (9) credit hour requirements at Xavier
Earn a minimum of “C” or better in each course
Satisfy all financial obligations to the University

Note

Students who complete the certificate may apply for the criminal justice graduate program. Students must obtain a minimum of “B” in each certificate course for acceptance into the M.S. CJUS degree program.