Application for Master of Criminal Justice
A complete application must be submitted no later than two months prior to the semester in which the applicant intends to begin the program. Normally, completed applications must be submitted by April 1 for the summer cohort.
Completed application materials include:
- A completed Application for MCJ Admission;
- $20 application fee (the application fee is waived if an "on-line" application is submitted);
- A bachelor's degree and a record of academic achievement from an accredited college or university;
- An official transcript from each institution attended sent directly to the appropriate admissions office. For transcripts other than English, please provide a certified English translation with an explanation of the grading system;
- Satisfactory scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
- Three letters of recommendation from persons knowledgeable about the applicant’s aptitude for graduate work, such as former professors or master’s prepared supervisors;
- A resumé of professional work experience;
- A statement of educational goals that addresses the following points:
- How do you think the MCJ degree will enhance your professional development?, and;
- What expectations do you hope to realize by earning the degree?
- A formal interview with one or more graduate faculty members at Loyola
Mail ALL application materials for the Master of Criminal Justice Program to:
Department of Criminal Justice
ATTN: David Aplin
Loyola University New Orleans
Stalling Hall, Box 42
6363 St. Charles Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70118