Forensic Science Master's Degrees
A master’s degree in forensics will provide you with a thorough understanding of a specific area of forensic science such as digital forensics or forensic psychology. Degree programs will focus on the basic scientific areas of physics, chemistry, and biology as well as quantitative statistics and analysis. A master’s degree in forensics provides you with the requirements necessary for advanced careers in criminalistics and other forensic sciences including, but not limited to toxicology, entomology, pathology, anthropology, and DNA analysis. Florida International University's online forensic science master’s programs are designed to prepare students to work in all levels of this field. The University of Central Florida also offers online master’s degrees that focus on the areas of biochemistry and DNA analysis that are needed to be employed in local, state, and national crime laboratories.
A master’s degree in forensics is right for you if you are seeking to advance your career in a specific field of forensic science where you will take on additional responsibilities and managerial roles. Research the education requirements for specific forensic science field careers at our forensic science career center page.
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment outlook for those in the forensic sciences is favorable, with a projected growth rate of 20 percent through 2018. The growth is expected to be greater at the state and local levels within crime laboratory settings.
Top Forensic Science Schools
University of PhoenixAt University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.
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Location: Phoenix: , Phoenix AP |
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DeVry UniversityMake a difference with a graduate degree from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management.
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Location: Online |
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Keiser UniversityFor over 30 years, Keiser University eCampus Online has provided student-centered, quality career education.
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Location: Fort Lauderdale: , Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 |
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Virginia CollegeSet your career in motion at Virginia College Online.
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Location: Birmingham: 300 River Hills Business Park, Birmingham AL 35242 |
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Kaplan UniversityAdvance your career with an online degree from Kaplan University.
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Location: Fort Lauderdale: 6301 Kaplan University Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309 |
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Baker College OnlineEarn a Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master's or Doctorate for less at Baker College Online.
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Location: Lisle: 550 Warrenville Rd, Suite 101, Lisle IL 60532 |
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Liberty UniversityWe keep our tuition affordable because it is an integral part of the overall mission for our university.
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Location: Lynchburg: 1971 University Boulevard, Lynchburg VA 24502 |
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Everest University OnlineManage your career and your life while earning your degree online.
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Location: Santa Ana: , Santa Ana CA |
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Georgetown University School of Nursing & Health StudiesFounded in 1789, Georgetown University is the nation's oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. Today, Georgetown is a major international research university that embodies its founding principles in the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff, our commitment to justice and the common good, our intellectual openness, and our international character.
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American InterContinental University OnlineEarn an online degree that really matters from AIU Online.
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Location: Hoffman Estates: 5550 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates IL 60192 |
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