TopUniversitiesUSA

Massachusetts Public Master's Criminal Justice Universities

Compare 5 programs at 5 universities in Massachusetts — graduates, earnings, debt and costs from the federal record on every listing.

5 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
1
UM University of Massachusetts-Lowell logo

University of Massachusetts-Lowell

Lowell, Massachusetts · Public University · Est. 1975

US #156 ROI B Admissions open
Net price
$17,163/yr
Admission rate
83%
Earnings (10yr)
$64,874
Students
11,434
2
WS Westfield State University logo

Westfield State University

Westfield, Massachusetts · Public University · Est. 1838

US #228 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$16,721/yr
Admission rate
81%
Earnings (10yr)
$57,346
Students
3,615
3
SS Salem State University logo

Salem State University

Salem, Massachusetts · Public University · Est. 1854

US #452 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$15,996/yr
Admission rate
96%
Earnings (10yr)
$56,662
Students
4,291
4
BS Bridgewater State University logo

Bridgewater State University

Bridgewater, Massachusetts · Public University · Est. 1840

US #580 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$16,383/yr
Admission rate
88%
Earnings (10yr)
$57,466
Students
7,829
5
FS Fitchburg State University logo

Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg, Massachusetts · Public University · Est. 1894

US #618 ROI C Admissions open
Net price
$14,262/yr
Admission rate
87%
Earnings (10yr)
$53,874
Students
2,752

What this subject pays

Graduates of Criminal Justice programmes report a median $35,259 two years after finishing, across 783 programmes that publish the figure , against median debt of $26,000.

Criminal Justice pay by degree level →

Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities for public Master's Criminal Justice universities in Massachusetts?

By our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Massachusetts-Lowell, Westfield State University, Salem State University. The full ranked list above shows each one's national rank, costs and admission data.

How much does it cost to study public Master's Criminal Justice universities in Massachusetts?

Costs vary widely by university: public institutions charge in-state residents far less than out-of-state and international students, and private universities set one price for everyone. Every listing above shows the published tuition and net price we hold from the federal College Scorecard, so you can compare like with like.

Can international students work while studying public Master's Criminal Justice universities in Massachusetts?

Yes, within the rules of the F-1 student visa: on-campus work during term, Curricular Practical Training tied to the program, and Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduating — with a longer extension for eligible STEM degrees.

Why study in Massachusetts?

Filtering by Massachusetts keeps living costs, in-state tuition eligibility and part-time work in one place — the results above are limited to institutions located there.

About public Master's Criminal Justice universities in Massachusetts

This page lists public Master's Criminal Justice universities in Massachusetts held in our database, ordered by a composite score that combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. Program and cost figures come from the US Department of Education's College Scorecard. Use the filters to narrow by subject, level, university type or location; every combination has its own address you can bookmark or share.

Get the USA university & scholarship updates

New scholarships, application deadlines and admission guides — a couple of emails a month, no spam.