Overview

Forensic Science at Alvernia University, which is defined as science that is used for purposes of the law, is an exciting and fascinating field for students who have a strong interest in chemistry and biology. Forensic scientists work closely with investigators, attorneys and others to discover, analyze and deliver evidence during criminal investigations.

Learning outcomes

The best forensic scientists are accurate, methodical and detailed, and have excellent observational skills. Above all, you must be completely unbiased during all investigations, allowing the evidence to speak for itself. Because your work will be used in court, it’s important that you keep detailed notes and are able to write clear and accurate reports. You’ll also need to be poised enough to testify in court when you are called to do so.

Forensic science classes and labs are offered in the O’Pake Science Center, a state-of-the-art teaching and research facility on Alvernia’s main campus. You’ll have access to sophisticated science instrumentation throughout your curriculum, including UV/Vis, Infrared and Fluorescence spectrometers, a high performance liquid chromatograph (HPLC), a gas chromatograph/mass spectrometer (GC/MS), a Raman spectrometera flame/graphite-furnace atomic absorption spectrometer, and a system capable of doing laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS).

Programme Structure

Courses included:

General Chemistry

Laboratory Safety
Organic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
The Forensics Profession
Principles of Biology
Human Form and Function

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2028-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

123 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official copies of all education credentials, such as high school transcripts or equivalent high school completion certificate.
Foreign Credential Equivalency Report(s) of all documents must be submitted, with a copy of the original documents. Suggested agencies include World Education Services (WES), Joseph Silny & Associates, Inc. International Education Consultants (JS&A), and Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
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Two letters of recommendation are required, only if applying to the Nursing program. The letter writer must submit them to the Admissions Office on behalf of the student. The student cannot send their own copies of letters of recommendation.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

44850 USD / year

≈ 44850 USD / year
Out-of-State

44850 USD / year

≈ 44850 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

44850 USD / year

≈ 44850 USD / year

Living costs

Reading

United States

1015 - 1675 USD / month

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Learning outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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