Overview

Forensic science is the application of scientific methods and processes to matters that involve crime or the public. The Forensic and Investigative Sciences program at Indiana University Indianapolis combines the best of biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, along with criminal justice and law. The program teaches you to solve crimes and settle civil disputes. People who work in forensic science solve scientific puzzles, testify as experts in court, and even sometimes help collect evidence at crime scenes.

The B.S. in Forensic and Investigative Sciences was developed by the School of Law, School of Science, and School of Public and Environmental Affairs. Each student chooses one of two concentrations: biology or chemistry.

Students must be strong in math, science, and writing to do well in our forensics program. Forensic science also requires an ability to tolerate situations and scenes of crime and violence that are difficult to understand and accept. Loss of life and suffering are often involved in these cases, so a forensic scientist need to have the ability to maintain perspective when working in terrible situations.

You’ll have the option of completing an internship at an approved crime laboratory or other organization supervised by an FIS faculty member. Many students do an internship in settings like crime labs, coroner offices, law enforcement agencies, and private labs. These internships most often involve some sort of research project.

Students are also encouraged to do laboratory research with a faculty member in the program. This experience can be taken for credit to be applied toward your advanced science requirement.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
Concepts of Forensic Science
Forensic Microscopy
Professional Issues in Forensic Science
Instrumental Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Indianapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Official Academic Records
Proof of English Proficiency
SAT and ACT Test Scores
Explanation of Time Since Last School Attended
Clarification of Present Visa Status
Copy of your Passport ID Page

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36125 USD / year

≈ 36125 USD / year
Out-of-State

35566 USD / year

≈ 35566 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

10760 USD / year

≈ 10760 USD / year

Additional Details

Indiana Partner Tuition states $15520/ year

Living costs

Indianapolis

United States

1017 - 1926 USD / month

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