Overview

Forensics (Chemistry and Biochemistry) program at The University of Southern Mississippi provides graduates with the knowledge base required to become highly-skilled crime scene investigators and crime laboratory technicians. Graduates are well versed in the relevant science, law and courtroom procedures required for successful careers.

What Will I Learn?

Students are introduced to and trained on the various forensic techniques used in the field and in the laboratory environment and the presentation of evidence in the courtroom. Selection of an emphasis area allows students to establish expertise within a specific dimension of forensic science. During their course of study, students are able to complete coursework in drug identification and analysis, DNA, fingerprinting, crime scene documentation, firearms identification and arson investigation, among others.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Evidence, Search and Seizure
The Science of Forensic Science
The Science of Forensic Science Laboratory
Forensic Science
Forensic Biology
Forensic Laboratory Policies and Procedures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

West Hattiesburg, United States

Disciplines

Chemistry Forensic Science Biochemistry View 933 other Bachelors in Biochemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Freshman applicants should submit the following:

USM Application or Common Application
$40 application fee
Copies of high school transcripts and/or school leaving examination results
Proof of English proficiency (see English Proficiency section for acceptable tests and waiver options)
Optional: SAT or ACT (required for Freshman Merit Scholarship consideration)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

12394 USD / year

≈ 12394 USD / year
Out-of-State

12394 USD / year

≈ 12394 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

10394 USD / year

≈ 10394 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-resident: $4,944.00 + $1,000 additional non residential tuition/term (12-19 semester hours)

Living costs

West Hattiesburg

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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