Below, learn more about the individual graduate programs at Roger Williams University, the departments that offer them and the admission requirements:
Master of Architecture
School of Architecture, Art & Historic Preservation, aimed at preparing students to enter the profession of architecture, to prepare for licensure, to provide for a sufficient depth of understanding of the components of architectural practice, and to understand the diverse nature and variety of roles for architects in relation to other fields.
Master of Arts in Elementary Education
School of Education, provides a rich background in educational history, research, philosophy, cognitive theory, psychology, and the art and practice of teaching.
Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology
Feinstein College of Arts & Sciences, a two-year, full-time program designed to prepare students to provide assessment and treatment services in a forensic setting or advance for further training at the doctoral level.
Master of Arts in Literacy Education
School of Education, a 34-credit program leading to certification as a K-12 reading specialist/consultant in Rhode Island and in member states of the Interstate Certification Compact.
Master of Public Administration
Feinstein College of Arts & Sciences, a 36-credit program designed for individuals employed or interested in service in federal, state or local government as well as non-profit and nongovernmental organizations.
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
School of Justice Studies, a 36-credit program that prepares graduates to formulate justice system policy and serve effectively as administrators to U.S. justice system agencies.
Master of Science in Criminal Justice & JD Joint Degree
Roger Williams University School of Law, full-time enrollment required, this concentrated joint degree allows matriculated students to complete the Juris Doctor and the MS in Criminal Justice degree in an accelerated period of study; graduates complete 78 credits at the School of Law and 24 credits in the School of Justice.
Master of Science in Construction Management
School of Engineering, Computing & Construction Management
is a program that consists of 36 credit hours or 12 each, 3-credit courses. The program will be completed in a two-year period with students (operating as a cohort) beginning in the fall semester by taking two courses; an on-line course and a classroom course at RWU.
Juris Doctor Degree—Roger Williams School of Law, a three-year program offering small classes sizes, quality faculty and a strong emphasis on practical experience.
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