What are my chances.

[sark-4]

I am applying to Arizona State, Northern Arizona University, and New Mexico State. All programs are Masters in Criminal Justice. Does any one know what chances I have? I am a little nervous becuase I am limited in where I can apply. I will be so bummed if I get rejected from all.

Thanks

[littlegirlvik]

As with all programs, it depends on a lot of different things. Your statement of purpose, your fit with the school, your fit with what the professors are studying, GRE scores, GPA, undergrad institutions, letters of rec... lots of things. However, I say definitely go for it. You don't have ANY shot if you don't apply.

I know that when I applied to my schools, I honestly didn't think I was going to get in anywhere. I ended up in my top choice program, which was totally NOT expected (I didn't think I had the qualifications in any way, shape, or form) so anything can happen.

Good luck to you; if you have any other questions, I know I'm here and I'm sure all of us other CJ-types would be more than happy to help out.

[joseat303]

I am applying to Arizona State, Northern Arizona University, and New Mexico State. All programs are Masters in Criminal Justice. Does any one know what chances I have? I am a little nervous becuase I am limited in where I can apply. I will be so bummed if I get rejected from all.

Thanks

Hello I actually work directly with the office of admissions selection team at a university in colorado that has both on campus and online MS in Criminology. I can tell you that in most cases it depends on your background when it comes to your commitment to pursuing it. To determine this they will look at both , your academic history as well as your professional history. They just want to make sure you are serious about pursuing this and not going to just cut it off half way through. You have to remember that they get graded on the amount of people that graduate successfully, not the amounts of people that just join. Contact me with questions if you need to as I am in the field.