MS in Criminology (Online)
Earn your master's degree from anywhere!
The Department of Sociology and Criminology offers a fully online Master of Science (MS) degree in criminology. With supportive faculty and an asynchronous learning model, you can complete the program on your own time, from anywhere.
Quick Info
Rolling Admission:
Start in fall or spring!
Next Deadline:
July 1, 2026
Next Start Date:
August 24, 2026
Total Credits:
30
Min. Complete Time:
2 semesters
About the online MS Program
The online master’s degree in criminology has a strong foundation in sociology. You’ll focus on the following:
- The nature and causes of crime.
- The characteristics and behaviors of people who commit and are affected by crime.
- Social inequalities linked to crime and criminal justice systems based on race, gender and social class.
- The inner workings of law enforcement agencies and criminal justice systems.
- Social reactions to crime, victims and people who commit a crime.
- Connections between crime and other social institutions.
- Data analysis and interpretation for public audiences.
I gained a lot more education on the topics that interested me in my undergrad.
- 2024 graduate, MS Criminology inaugural cohort
Contact us
We encourage prospective students to get in touch with us directly by requesting more information via our information request form. You may also email Jovany Jimenez, our graduate coordinator, Jared Strohl, our Interim Director of Criminology MS, or Ashley Barr, our Director of Graduate Studies. Current UB students may also contact their faculty advisor.
