MA/MS in Criminology

University at Buffalo

Buffalo, New York, United States•THE 2026 #301-350

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University at Buffalo offers MA/MS in Criminology, a master's degree in Social & Cultural Studies programme in Buffalo, United States. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered fully online. It carries 30.0 credits (credit hours).

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Social & Cultural Studies
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: Online
Credits: 30.0 (credit hours)

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: buffalo.edu ·

Program details

Overview

The criminology MS is an online degree that studies why crime occurs, the people involved as offenders or victims, and how law enforcement and justice systems operate. It also examines society's response to crime and its connections to institutions such as work, schools and media. It suits beginning and advanced learners who work, or plan to work, in settings that call for solid grounding in crime or law, with skills in analyzing relevant data. Study can be full time or part time and may be finished in one year. The program is fully online and does not satisfy student visa requirements. Applicants pay an application fee of $75. Prospective students can contact the office named on the page for guidance about admission steps, deadlines and course planning, and can request more information or start an application online. The page also links to the degree and course catalog, where the complete list of required courses is posted.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

About University at Buffalo

Type: University
Control: Public
Students: 20,112
THE rank: #301-350
Programs: 339
Location: Buffalo, New York, United States

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Criminology award?

University at Buffalo awards a Master's Degree in the field of Social & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Criminology take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

Can MA/MS in Criminology be studied online?

Yes — the programme is delivered fully online.

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