Overview

Forensic Science (Death Investigations) from Arizona State University, the interdisciplinary nature of the program is distinctly positioned to train students in forensic techniques such as advanced mapping, scene photography, biological evidence analysis and mock courtroom testimony.

Key facts

Along with completing coursework and developing the scientific skills to succeed in this field, students can gain practical experience in a laboratory setting through research or an internship. Students can conduct research under experts of varying forensic fields, including anthropology, biology, entomology, investigations and data science. Students also may seek to apply for and participate in forensic science internships sponsored by crime labs or medicolegal offices around the country. Students seeking a volunteer or internship position within a crime lab or medicolegal office (as well as job applicants) often are required to undergo an extensive background check that includes a polygraph exam, fingerprinting and drug testing. Applicants can be disqualified for recent or past illicit drug use (including marijuana), felony convictions, drunk driving convictions or other reasons.

STEM-OPT for international students on F-1 visas

This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.

The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Biology
Genetics
Genetics Laboratory
Fundamentals of Genetics
Genetics Laboratory
General Organic Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

More details

International: Application priority deadline.

ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Peoria, United States
Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to ASU, you need the following:

4 years math
4 years English (non-ESL/ELL courses)
3 years lab sciences (1 year each from biology, chemistry, earth science, integrated sciences or physics)
2 years social sciences (including 1 year American history)
2 years same second language
1 year fine arts or 1 year career and technical education
top 25% in high school graduating class
3.00 GPA in competency courses (4.00 = "A")
ACT: 22 (24 nonresidents)
SAT: 1120 (1180 nonresidents)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

39062 USD / year

≈ 39062 USD / year
Out-of-State

35715 USD / year

≈ 35715 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12177 USD / year

≈ 12177 USD / year

Living costs

Peoria

United States

940 - 1390 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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