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University of Central Oklahoma
A 36-hour on-campus master of science in forensic science (molecular biology) with thesis research or a graduate capstone.
Dedicated MS in forensic science with a molecular biology option.
Source: uco.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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| Category | Amount | Basis and year |
|---|---|---|
| In-state — Graduate, Oklahoma resident (cost-of-attendance estimate, full-time, two semesters)From the school-wide rate table for this level | $6,468 | per academic year · 2026-27Source: uco.edu · verified October 24, 2026 |
| Out-of-state — Graduate, non-Oklahoma resident (cost-of-attendance estimate, full-time, two semesters)From the school-wide rate table for this level | $15,480 | per academic year · 2026-27Source: uco.edu · verified October 24, 2026 |
Program-specific scholarships: not verified. We publish this only when the institution states it on an official page.
Accredited by FEPAC — listed as “Forensic Science - Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Digital Forensics (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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