Overview

Throughout the Forensic Science BSc programme from the Liberty University you’ll have the credentials to quickly enter into the criminal justice system and start your career. You’ll also be ready to go on to medical or law school if you want to advance your education even further.

So what are you waiting for? The criminal justice system needs people like you who are passionate and excited about righting the wrongs of crimes. With our degree in forensic science, you’ll get the training and knowledge you need to use science to bring justice to victims.

Career Opportunities:

Criminal investigator
Criminalist
Evidence technician
Forensic chemist/toxicologist
Forensic consultant
Forensic DNA analyst
Forensic entomologist
Forensic examiner
Forensic quality assurance specialist
Forensic scientist
Microbiologist
Serologist
Trace evidence technician

Accreditation

The Forensic Science program is accredited by the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Genetics
Microbiology
Clinical Human Anatomy
Forensic DNA Analysis
Forensic Science Seminar
Forensic Entomology
Forensic DNA Analysis Laboratory
Trace Evidence
Organic Chemistry

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , International

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International students: we recommend that you apply at least three months before the semester in which you plan to attend begins.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lynchburg, United States

Disciplines

Forensic Science Microbiology View 212 other Bachelors in Forensic Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.1

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General requirements

Admission decisions are competitive and are based primarily on the following factors:

Cumulative (unweighted) GPA from high school or college

GED scores (if applicable)

Consistency and trends of grades

Results from the SAT, ACT, or CLT

Essay submission

50% of admitted students come from within the following mid-ranges:

High School GPA: 3.15-3.83

SAT (ERW* and math only): 1020-1220

ACT composite: 20-27

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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

25390 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25390 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

25390 USD / year

≈ 25390 USD / year

Living costs

Lynchburg

United States

942 - 1540 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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Career Opportunities:

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

Lynchburg

Funding

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