Admission to the Program

This program enables students to complete the B.A. and the M.S. in five years. Undergraduate students with majors in justice or related disciplines at the American University apply to this program through the Office of Graduate Affairs and Admissions according to its deadlines, but no later than the last undergraduate semester. Admissions decisions are based on the normal M.S. standards and procedures of the school.

Course Requirements

• All requirements for the B.A. in Justice, B.A. in Law and Society, or related discipline at American University
• All requirements for the M.S. in Justice, Law and Society
• Students may use up to 6 credit hours of course work in justice at the 500 level or above to satisfy the requirements for both degrees.