Admissions
(B.A. in Criminology and Criminal Justice )
Applying for Admissions
Students applying for admission to UMCP's Criminology & Criminal Justice program at the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) must complete the UMCP/USG admission application, which can be found at:
http://www.uga.umd.edu/sharedmedia/pdf/2008apps/
UM_ShadyGrove_App.pdf
Applications for admission should be submitted by mail or in person directly to:
Office of the Registrar
Attn: USG
1108 Mitchell Building
College Park, MD 20742
In conjunction with submitting an application, applicants are encouraged to complete an applicant advising session. Contact Dr. Stephanie Gerstenblith at 301-738-6307 or sgerstenblith@crim.umd.edu to set up an appointment.
Application Deadlines
Admissions occur on a rolling basis. Students who wish to be considered for entry in the Fall Semester should submit an application by June 1 for priority consideration. After June 1, qualified applicants are admitted on a space-available basis. Students who wish to be considered for entry in the Spring Semester should first inquire with the Director about mid-year enrollment, and apply by November 15.
Requirements for Admission
Applicants should have an overall GPA of 2.0 of better, and a grade of "C" or better in each of the four courses specifically required by the major (CCJS 100, CCJS 105, CCJS 230, and CCJS200, or their equivalents). Applicants should also attain junior standing (56 or more transferable college credits) by the time of enrollment. For more information on admission and lower-level coursework requirements, please visit the Criminology & Criminal Justice web site.
Additional Questions
For further information about this program's admission requirements, please contact Dr. Stephanie Gerstenblith, Program Director of the Criminology and Criminal Justice Program, at 301-738-6307 or sgerstenblith@crim.umd.edu.