The forensic science technology program is a technically rigorous four-year degree culminating in a bachelor of science in forensic science. Students in this on-campus program will have the choice of focusing on biological applications within forensics, e.g., DNA fingerprinting, genetic analysis, and microbiology, or can specialize in the chemical practicalities, notably: physicochemical analysis and identification of drugs, fibers, soils, glass, and other types of physical evidence.
Entrance Requirements & Recommendations:
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/Trigonometry (Math A and B), Biology, Chemistry, SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. Recommended: Physics
Technical Standards:
Students must be able to physically lift 25 lbs. and possess fine motor skills which allow them to focus a microscope with fine adjustment and use forceps
Graduation Requirements:
Completion of courses listed below
Minimum of 124 total credit hours, a minimum of 45 which must be from upper division course work
Completion of either a minimum 120 hour-long internship in a working forensic laboratory setting OR a semester-long directed research/independent study project
Grade of "C" or higher in all chemistry, biology, and forensic science courses
