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Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice (PHD) Newark

Deadlines
  U.S. Non-U.S.
Fall 2027 Dec 1, 2026 Dec 1, 2026
Fall 2028 Dec 1, 2027 Dec 1, 2027

The Graduate School - Newark

Areas of Concentration


Program Requirements

  • Transcripts from all previously attended institutions
  • Minimum 3 letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Writing Sample
For more information, visit the program's website.

Test Requirements

  • Official GRE Scores
Proof of English Proficiency: Rutgers accepts TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo. If you attended a university where instruction was in English, you may submit a letter confirming this. Refer to your program for specific score requirements.

Personal Statement Instructions

Please submit a statement of your academic and professional goals, no more than three pages. Your statement should address the following questions:

1. Why do you want a PhD in criminal justice? What are your intended research interests? What career path do you have in mind that requires a PhD in criminal justice?

2. Why do you want to pursue your PhD at Rutgers? What faculty members are conducting research that interests you?

3. What relevant academic, research, or work experience makes you qualified to be a researcher?

4. Is there anything else you’d like to tell us?