Overview

Students interested in pursuing a major in Forensic Investigation at Jacksonville State University must initially declare their major as Forensic Investigation Undecided. They will be advised to complete the lower division Forensic Investigation core that consists of five classes (15 semester hours).

Upon completion of these lower division courses their coursework will be assessed by their advisor to determine whether they have met the minimum of a 2.5 overall GPA and a 2.5 in FI coursework required to proceed to upper division coursework in one of the two Forensic Investigation tracks. The minimum of a 2.5 overall GPA is also required to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in FI in either track.

Academic Tracks

Track One: "Criminal Investigations" is designed for students interested in working in an investigative capacity in the professional field of law enforcement. It provides insights into basic investigative skills, as well as specialized skills in drugs, homicide, sex offenses, child abuse, and arson investigations. The main theme for forensic investigation "Track One", however, is crime scene processing, identification and collection of physical evidence, and the presentation of evidence into a court of law.

Track two: "Forensic Laboratory/Technician" is designed for students interested in working in a laboratory environment as either a forensic scientist or technician and is a solid foundation for graduate study. "Track Two" requires a minor or second major in either Biology, Chemistry, or Physics to assist in making our graduates as educated in their chosen area as possible.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminal Courts
Criminalistics
Criminal Investigations
Forensic Documentation
Homicide Investigations
Imprint/Impression Evidence

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jacksonville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

National

There is a $50 non-refundable fee that must be paid by credit card when you submit this application.
Complete the application for admission online.
Submit all required documents for your admission type

International

Application form and Application Fee $50.00.
High school GPA of 2.0/4.0 (US grading scale).
Copy of Passport.
Copy of financial document (financial statement and letter) stating a balance of at least $37,500.
If credentials are in a language other than English they must be translated by the institution itself or approved translation services.
At least one standardized test score such as ACT/SAT/ TOEFL/ IELTS/iTEP/PTE/Duolingo.
Proof of English Proficiency. (In addition to TOEFL/IELTS/iTEP/PTE/Duolingo, the ACT/SAT can satisfy proof of english proficiency requirement)

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

21180 USD / year

≈ 21180 USD / year
Out-of-State

21180 USD / year

≈ 21180 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10590 USD / year

≈ 10590 USD / year

Living costs

Jacksonville

United States

850 - 1300 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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