Overview

The focus is hands-on analytical methodology and instrumentation in the forensic context. The rigorous scientific core of the Forensic Chemistry program from West Virginia University provides excellent preparation for graduate work in forensic science, forensic chemistry or toxicology and related disciplines.

For the past 20 years, the WVU Department of Forensic and Investigative Science has been a national leader in forensic science education and research. Collectively, our dedicated faculty has decades of experience in forensic laboratories from across the U.S. and the world. Our graduates are working every day to make a difference.

Upon graduation from the Forensic Chemistry major, students will be able to:

Apply scientific methodology and evaluate techniques in the collection, processing, analysis, and evaluation of forensic evidence.

Assess and defend data generated during forensic investigations

Present scientific data in written, verbal, and visual formats.

Demonstrate the professionalism and high ethical standards demanded by the justice system and the forensic science community.

Careers

Our graduates work in local, state, county, city and federal law enforcement and forensic science laboratories across the country. Some go on to obtain graduate and professional degrees in forensic science and related disciplines. Our placement rate typically is at least 90%, which is a testament to our reputation in the field.

Chemists

Coroners

Criminal Investigators and Special Agents

Fire Investigators

Forensic Science Technicians

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Forensic Chemical Analysis

Arson and Explosives Analysis Lab

Analysis of Seized Drugs

Analytical Forensic Toxicology

Forensic Quality Assurance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Morgantown, United States

Disciplines

Chemical Engineering Chemistry Forensic Science View 214 other Bachelors in Forensic Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

For direct admission to one of the three Forensics programs without test scores: GPA: 3.75

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Other requirements

General requirements

For direct admission to one of the three Forensic programs:

ACT Math: 22; SAT Math: 540

Must meet English Proficiency or request conditional admission and admission to the Intensive English Program (IEP).
Please be advised that some Engineering majors may reach capacity and therefore will be restricted from entry.
For direct admission to some colleges and majors, SAT or ACT scores are required and must be sent to WVU directly from the respective testing services. Please review the program requirements. For all other majors, international students are encouraged but not required to submit SAT or ACT scores, if available. SAT/ACT scores are useful for determining scholarship eligibility.
WVU welcomes applications from students with IGCSE and O-Level Certificates from Cambridge International for admissions consideration.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28992 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28992 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

9312 USD / year

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Living costs

Morgantown

United States

775 - 1290 USD / month

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