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Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Justice Texas State University - San Marcos Campus Texas State University - San Marcos Campus, USA

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USD 9911

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 90

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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78

TOEFL

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78%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Are you interested in applying theoretical expertise and methodological rigor to explore critical social problems? With a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in criminal justice from Texas State, students gain the skills necessary to conduct high-quality scholarly research in their chosen area of study.

Course Work

Our faculty and staff assist students in developing a degree plan that meets their individual career and academic goals. Each plan features a mix of substantive and methodological courses. Required courses include:

  • Advanced Criminological Theory
  • Applied Statistics & Quantitative Data Analysis
  • Linear Regression for Criminal Justice Research
  • Quantitative Research Methods

Students complete a minimum of 39 hours of course work and 12 hours of dissertation research. Most courses are offered in the evening to accommodate working professionals studying part-time.

Degree Course Work Dissertation Total Hours
Ph.D. 39 hours 12 hours 51 hours
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Additional Information

Program Level Doctoral Degree(Ph.D,M.D)

College/University Processing Time 28 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    78 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    52 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    304 Gre Minimum Overall Score
    78% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    9911

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 90

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    11500 Per year

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