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Bachelor of Criminology

DePaul University

Chicago, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A one-year research master's in Criminology completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Criminology in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in criminology in research master concepts
Research methods and professional practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Research Assistant
Project Assistant
Program Coordinator

Curriculum

Independent research project in Criminology guided by a supervisor
Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completion of secondary school with transcripts and the country-specific secondary exam documents
Common Application
Proof of English
No minimum GPA published.
Grade/academic selection criteria: Secondary school completion
No minimum GPA published

Accepted academic background

Completion of secondary school (high school) with transcripts and country-specific secondary exam documents (Requirements by Country); Common Application; final transcripts before enrolling

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 53
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Secondary school completion certificate
English language proficiency evidence if required
Passport identification page

How to apply

Review the Criminology admission requirements at DePaul University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$50,192 USD
Application fee	$50 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Chicago (Loop and Lincoln Park campuses)
Faculty or school	College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Department	Department of Law and Social Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	77
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Arts in Criminology.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.