Overview

Students in the Forensic Science program of Rutgers University select an area of concentration and tune their schedules to reflect their personalized career goals.

Program highlights:

Hands-on Learning. Student learn and practice forensic techniques that are in use daily at forensic laboratories around the country and well as the newest forensic technology.
Career Building Opportunities. Participation at conferences, events, and unique field experiences offer opportunities to network with professionals.
Specializations. Students can specialize in a particular sub-discipline by focusing their electives, laboratory experience, and research in that area. See ‘Our Research‘ and ‘Our Courses‘ for details

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Forensic Science: theory & policy

Forensic Pattern Evidence

Forensic Science Symposium

Essentials of Biomathematics

Forensic Trace Evidence

Research in Forensic Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Credits

49 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Chemistry Forensic Science Criminology View 634 other Masters in Chemistry in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Possess a Baccalaureate Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related field from an accredited university; a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 is required

Students applying to the program should have completed a course in Organic Chemistry with a laboratory component. Other recommended courses include biochemistry, genetics, and analytical/instrumental chemistry.

Submit one official transcript from each post-secondary school attended

Submit a Personal Statement and C.V. summarizing academic and professional achievements; the personal statement should address your interest in forensic science and your career objectives

Submit a Writing Sample that demonstrates your academic writing

Two letters of recommendation from university faculty members who know you well or from research/laboratory supervisors/investigators

Pay the application fee

Tuition Fee

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International

30816 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15408 USD per semester during 24 months.
National

30816 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15408 USD per semester during 24 months.
In-State

18696 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9348 USD per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Camden

832 - 2048 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Financing

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Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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