MA

Arts in Criminal Justice Administration

Learn more about studying Arts in Criminal Justice Administration as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    19,080CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Niagara University, Ontario says about their program:

The MA in Criminal Justice Administration prepares students for leadership positions in a wide range of criminal justice-related fields. Our faculty deliver a student-centered and tailored educational journey for each student, emphasizing the integration of experiential and applied work opportunities. The robust curriculum helps graduates to anticipate, address, and work towards solutions to problems associated with the criminal justice system and the individuals connected to it. Our active-learning approach ensures that students are keeping up with academic and industry insights and are prepared to move forward in their careers.

Our faculty work collaboratively with numerous local, provincial, and federal agencies and organizations, which provides students with unique research and internship opportunities. The coursework and small class sizes are designed to maximize student success and assist students in further developing their critical thinking, analytic, decision making, and deductive reasoning skills.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Proof of a baccalaureate degree (both 3 year and 4 year baccalaureate degrees are accepted) from a recognized post secondary institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 using a 4.0-point scale, or a B average if letter grades were used

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Proof of a 4 year baccalaureate degree
  • Accredited four year undergraduate degree from a recognized post secondary institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 using a 4.0 point scale, or a B average if letter grades were used

English proficiency

*Bachelor of Professional Studies

  • TOEFL iBT

    100

  • TOEFL PBT

    600

  • TOEFL CBT

    250

  • IELTS

    7.0

Graduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    ** 100

  • TOEFL PBT

    600

  • TOEFL CBT

    250

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    125+

English proficiency waivers

  • Your native language is English
  • Received degree from a Canadian or US institution

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Official transcript evaluation
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Two references (academic, professional and/or volunteer)
  • Statement of intent
  • Resume and/or experience profile

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Official transcript evaluation
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Two letters of reference
  • Personal statement
  • GRE/GMAT scores if applicable
  • An up-to-date resume
  • Work experience if applicable
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    CAD$17,250 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    CAD$24,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near Niagara University, Ontario?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Canada-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,821
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,599
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$211
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$85
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$60
Monthly public transport pass$103
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$16
Gym membership$58

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Niagara University, Ontario

Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements