B.S. Forensic Science

The Forensic Science curriculum combines a strong scientific foundation with specialized forensic training to prepare graduates for careers in crime laboratories, law enforcement agencies, government laboratories, and related scientific fields.**

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Apply scientific principles to the recognition, collection, preservation, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of forensic evidence.
• Demonstrate proficiency in core forensic disciplines, including crime scene investigation, trace analysis, pattern evidence, forensic microscopy, DNA analysis, chain of custody procedures, and courtroom testimony.
• Apply theoretical knowledge through the Forensic Science Capstone, completed through a forensic laboratory internship/co-op, independent faculty-mentored research, or a senior seminar.
• Develop advanced expertise in one of four concentrations: Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry, Digital Forensics, or Crime Scene Investigation.
• Apply current forensic methods, instrumentation, quality assurance practices, and professional standards to scientific problem-solving.
• Communicate scientific findings effectively through written reports, oral presentations, and expert testimony.
• Build a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics that prepares graduates for careers in forensic science, law enforcement, government laboratories, environmental forensics, and related STEM professions, as well as graduate study in forensic science, medicine, dentistry, law, and other scientific disciplines.

**Employment in many forensic science positions may require background investigations similar to those required for law enforcement personnel.