Juris Doctor / Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Northeastern University

The JD/MS program will expand the knowledge base and career options of students. The disciplines of criminal justice and law share common interests in identifying opportunities to create the conditions for justice, social equality, and societal well-being. The dual degree is designed to provide students with a comprehensive interdisciplinary understanding of what influences criminal justice problems and the social, political, legal, economic context in which they are found. Solving these problems requires interdisciplinary knowledge and an analytical and practical skill set that includes interprofessional problem solving. Up to 16 credits of coursework in the dual-degree program can be counted toward both the JD degree and the MS degree. Of these 16 credits, no more than 12 credits of non–law courses can count toward the JD degree.