Overview

Any scientific discipline, when used in combination with law enforcement or a court of law, is a forensic science. The forensic science degree program is specifically designed for those looking to obtain broad knowledge of several scientific fields and the methods employed to cases in the justice system.

Key facts

Forensic science bridges the gap between law enforcement and many scientific disciplines, piecing together the clues using advanced scientific techniques. The program leverages strengths across five departments (biology, chemistry, computer science, criminal justice and criminology, and psychological science), applying scientific principles to crime investigation, civil litigation cases, corporate security, and government regulation enforcement.

The forensic science major program is designed to give our students laboratory experience with an emphasis on evidence collection and interpretation along with opportunities for direct application, such as the required internship or capstone and advanced forensic analysis sequence.

No other institution in Indiana offers a comprehensive undergraduate forensic science program spanning four concentration areas: behavioral, biological, chemical, and digital. The Ball State University forensic science program is comprehensive, yet focused, with four distinct concentration areas that are tailored to prospective students with varied interests in the criminal justice system, private sector security, regulation enforcement, civil litigation, and/or counseling.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Behavioral Forensics
Digital Forensics
Forensic Biology
Forensic Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Muncie, 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.

English requirements

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General requirements

Strength of curriculum (including the senior year)—Students should pursue the best college preparatory curriculum available. F
Performance as measured by grades in English, mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II are minimum requirements), laboratory sciences, social sciences, and foreign languages and overall high school gpa.
Curriculum patterns and grade trends —The Office of Admissions expects a balanced academic program with at least four college preparatory classes each semester and grades that reflect a steady or upward trend in academic performance.
Standardized test scores—SAT and/or ACT scores are not required for admissions to Ball State. Students who believe that their SAT and/or ACT scores are a positive addition to their academic record should submit their test scores.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10008 USD / year

≈ 10008 USD / year
Out-of-State

10008 USD / year

≈ 10008 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10008 USD / year

≈ 10008 USD / year

Living costs

Muncie

United States

876 - 1417 USD / month

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