Masters of Criminal justice

The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) welcomes international students and has specific entry requirements for postgraduate programs. 

1. Academic Requirements: For admission to postgraduate programs at CU Denver, international students are typically required to have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent. This corresponds to approximately 75% and above.

2. English Language Proficiency: The accepted English language proficiency tests and their minimum score requirements are as follows:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System): A minimum overall score of 6.5 is generally required, with no individual band (listening, reading, writing, speaking) score falling below 6.0.
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): A minimum score of 80 on the Internet-based test (iBT) is typically required.
• PTE (Pearson Test of English): A minimum score of 60 is usually required.
• DET (Duolingo English Test): A minimum score of 110 is generally required.

The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) recognizes the importance of providing financial assistance to international students and offers various scholarships to support their education. 

1. International Freshman Scholarships: CU Denver offers scholarships specifically for international freshmen students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements. These scholarships are merit-based and awarded based on the students' high school GPA, standardized test scores, and other criteria. The university provides partial tuition scholarships, which can significantly reduce the overall cost of attending CU Denver.

2. International Merit Scholarships: CU Denver provides merit-based scholarships to outstanding international undergraduate and graduate students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership potential, extracurricular involvement, and other criteria. The amounts awarded can vary and are renewable for up to four years for undergraduate students and up to two years for graduate students, depending on the specific scholarship.

3. International First-Year Student Scholarships: CU Denver offers scholarships to international first-year students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements and leadership potential. These scholarships are renewable for up to four years and provide partial tuition coverage. The university considers factors such as high school GPA, standardized test scores, and other criteria when awarding these scholarships.

4. College/School-Specific Scholarships: Many of CU Denver's colleges and schools offer scholarships specific to their respective academic disciplines. These scholarships are available to international students pursuing undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, engineering, health sciences, arts and media, and more. Eligibility criteria and award amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship and college/school.

5. Global Excellence Scholarship: The Global Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship offered by CU Denver to a limited number of international undergraduate and graduate students. It is a highly competitive scholarship that recognizes exceptional academic achievements, leadership skills, and a commitment to global engagement. The scholarship provides significant financial support to recipients.

6. Other External Scholarships: In addition to CU Denver's scholarships, international students can explore external scholarships and funding opportunities. Various organizations, foundations, and governments offer scholarships specifically for international students studying in the United States. The university's Office of International Affairs provides resources and guidance to help students explore and apply for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and award amounts may vary each year.

Graduates of the Masters of Criminal Justice program have a wide range of career opportunities in the criminal justice field.  

1. Law Enforcement: Graduates may pursue careers in law enforcement agencies at the local, state, or federal level. They can work as police officers, detectives, investigators, or intelligence analysts.

2. Corrections and Rehabilitation: Graduates can work in correctional facilities as probation officers, correctional counselors, or correctional administrators. They may also pursue careers in community-based rehabilitation programs.

3. Legal and Judicial System: Graduates may work in the legal system as paralegals, legal researchers, or court administrators. They can support attorneys, judges, and legal teams in criminal law cases.

4. Criminal Justice Administration: Graduates can pursue careers in criminal justice administration, working in management or leadership roles within law enforcement agencies, correctional facilities, or government departments focused on criminal justice policy and administration.

5. Policy and Advocacy: Graduates can work in policy research organizations, advocacy groups, or government agencies involved in shaping criminal justice policies and promoting social justice reform.

6. Research and Analysis: Graduates may work as research analysts or data scientists, conducting research and analysis on criminal justice issues for government agencies, research institutions, or think tanks.

7. Academia and Teaching: Graduates can pursue teaching positions at the college or university level or work as instructors in criminal justice training programs.

8. Private Sector Security: Graduates may find opportunities in the private sector, working for private security firms, consulting companies, or corporations with security departments.

9. Nonprofit and Community Organizations: Graduates can work in nonprofit organizations focused on criminal justice reform, victim advocacy, restorative justice, or community outreach programs.

10. Consulting and Training: Graduates can work as consultants or trainers, providing expertise and training in areas such as crime prevention, risk assessment, or criminal justice best practices.