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A two-year MS in Forensic Science with a five-semester core, thesis and non-thesis options, and areas of emphasis in crime scene investigation, digital forensics, DNA analysis and forensic chemistry.
Dedicated laboratory-science MS in Forensic Science.
Dedicated forensic science master's with a five-semester core, thesis and non-thesis options and four areas of emphasis.
Source: marshall.edu · verified October 24, 2026We list associate, bachelor's, master's and research-doctorate programs in criminal justice, criminology, forensic science and related subjects at institutionally accredited US schools — degrees in the subject and formal concentrations, never certificates or one-elective degrees. Eligibility rules
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A degree does not guarantee police academy admission, sworn officer certification, federal employment, a security clearance, a position with a named agency, a forensic laboratory job or eligibility to practice as a psychologist. Those have separate training, scientific prerequisites, examinations or hiring requirements set by the agency, state or licensing board. Academic degrees vs police academy training
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Source: marshall.edu · verified October 24, 2026Tuition for this program: not verified. We publish this only when the institution states it on an official page.
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Accredited by FEPAC — listed as “Forensic Science, Emphasis in Digital Evidence (Masters), Full Accreditation” · since January 1, 2023Source: aafs.org · verified October 24, 2026
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Same degree level and focus. Listed for discovery, not ranked.
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