The MS in justice studies prepares future scholars and change agents who want to conduct research and evaluate policies that promote social change. Housed in the transdisciplinary learning environment of the School of Social Transformation, this program is composed of scholars dedicated to creating and implementing innovations to change the world.
The MS program in justice studies prepares students to pursue careers in law and public policy, community and nonprofit organizations, social work and advocacy, labor relations, criminal justice, education, and research and policy institutes. Many graduates also go on to pursue doctoral degrees in interdisciplinary programs such as justice studies, criminology and law, American studies, ethnic studies, and women and gender studies.