Overview

Key features

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

Programme 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 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 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

38 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Camden, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

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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 programme 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 Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

36000 USD / year

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Out-of-State

36000 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

21648 USD / year

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Living costs

Camden

United States

832 - 2048 USD / month

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

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Overview

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