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Overview
Forensic Science programme of Arcadia University is broadly defined as the application of science to the purposes of law. It is highly interdisciplinary by nature and has become a vital part of the judicial and regulatory system worldwide. Professional forensic scientists, law enforcement personnel, and criminal justice employees all recognize the growing need for highly qualified specialists who can follow established protocols in the collection, preservation, analysis and presentation of forensic evidence.
Key facts:
- Small class sizes
- Coursework in multiple disciplines of the forensic science field
- One of only a select few Master’s in Forensic Science programs accredited by the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC)
- Offered on-site at The Center for Forensic Science Research & Education in Willow Grove, PA
- Renowned American Board of Criminalistics (ABC) and American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT) certified faculty
- Guaranteed Internship at The Center for Forensic Science Research & Education
- Preparation for careers in private, state and federal agencies as well as other associated scientific disciplines
- Provides a strong scientific foundation to pursue doctoral studies
- Arcadia University-sponsored student participation in professional meetings such as the American Academy of Forensic Sciences Annual Meeting
- Active research projects in various forensic science disciplines
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Crime Scene Investigation and Reconstruction
- Forensic Pattern Analysis
- Criminal Law and Ethics
- Forensic Science Symposium
- Instrumental Analysis in Forensic Toxicology and Chemistry
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
59 SCH
- 59-61
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Chemistry Forensic Science View 614 other Masters in Chemistry in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Forensic Science application, including personal statements, must be completed online
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or better, with at least a 3.25 in the major. It is expected that students have an undergraduate degree in the natural or physical sciences.
- One official transcript from each college, university or professional school attended.
- Completion of at least two semesters of general chemistry with laboratories, two semesters of organic chemistry with laboratories, and two semesters of general biology with laboratories.
- Three current letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant’s ability to study graduate-level science. Students attending Arcadia University for their undergraduate studies only require two letters of recommendation.
- Test scores are not required of applicants with a cumulative science GPA of 3.4 or greater.
Tuition Fee
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International
16235 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 32470 USD for the full programme during 24 months. -
National
16235 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 32470 USD for the full programme during 24 months.
- $1,370/credit (part-time track)
Living costs for Glenside
1000 - 1500 USD /month
Living costs
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