The PhD in Criminology degree program is an interdisciplinary, research-oriented degree offered in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences at UT Dallas. The objective of the PhD program is to provide students a coherent, yet intellectually challenging degree that adequately prepares them to conduct research among the many aspects of criminology and criminal justice, varying with individual interests and areas of specialty. Graduates of the PhD program will be qualified to teach at the university level as professors. Graduates will also be competent to enter into analytic and administrative posts within the vast array of research and policy institutions, criminal justice organizations, and in the private sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Graduates of the program seek positions such as: academics and teaching; criminologist, policy advisor or research officer in state and federal justice agencies; analytical and administrative positions in international and domestic research and policy institutions; and positions in legal and corrections systems and non-profits and private consulting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Review the marketable skills for this academic program.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Degree requirements:<\/strong> The PhD in Criminology seeks applicants from a baccalaureate in criminology, sociology or a relevant discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n GPA:<\/strong> A score of 3.5 is preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Test score required:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n A combined verbal and quantitative score of 300 on the GRE is preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Letters of recommendation:<\/strong> 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation from individuals who can judge the candidate\u2019s probability of success in graduate school. Use the electronic request form in the graduate application to submit the letters. Contact the graduate academic program department if you have any questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Admissions essay required:<\/strong> Yes<\/p>\n\n\n\n A one-page essay outlining personal background, education, and professional objectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Deadlines:<\/strong> To be considered for funding opportunities, applications must be submitted in full by January 15. Students can apply as late as May 1, per University policy, but they will likely not be considered for funding opportunities. Students should note their desire to be considered for graduate funding in their letter of intent at the time of application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every new generation inherits a world more complex than that of its predecessors, which prompts a need for new thinking about public policies that impact people\u2019s daily lives. In the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences (EPPS), we examine the implications of innovation and change for individuals and communities. The social sciences are where the world turns to for answers to the important issues of today and the future such as education and health policy, financial crises, globalization, policing, political polarization, public management, terrorism, and the application of geographical information sciences to study social, economic and environmental issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As an undergraduate in EPPS, you will have the opportunity to work with professors who are probing issues that will affect your future. You will develop the vital skills you need to thrive in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive job market. EPPS will prepare you for careers in government, non-profits and the private sector that enable you to make a real difference in the world of today and tomorrow. EPPS is at the forefront of leadership, ethics and innovation in the public and nonprofit sectors. Our students and faculty look forward to new opportunities to study and address the complex and evolving issues of the future. Research informs much of the instruction. The school has four centers of excellence:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts<\/strong><\/em>: Criminology<\/a>, economics<\/a>, geospatial information sciences<\/a>, international political economy<\/a>, political science<\/a>, public affairs<\/a>, public health<\/a>, public policy<\/a>, sociology<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Master of Science<\/strong><\/em>: Applied sociology<\/a>, criminology<\/a>, economics<\/a>, geospatial information sciences<\/a>, international political economy<\/a>, social data analytics and research<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Master of Arts<\/strong><\/em>: Political science<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Master of Public Affairs<\/strong><\/em>: Public affairs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Master of Public Policy<\/strong><\/em>: Public policy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Doctor of Philosophy<\/strong><\/em>: Criminology<\/a>, economics<\/a>, geospatial information sciences<\/a>, political science<\/a>, public affairs<\/a>, public policy and political economy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n EPPS offers the following 15-hour graduate certificates, which generally can be completed in one year of part-time evening classes:<\/p>\n\n\n\nApplication Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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