Overview

The Master program in Forensic Science at the University of Illinois at Chicago is fully accredited by the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission. The program covers a broad range of laboratory disciplines with an emphasis on analytical and interpretative skills for people who seek careers in forensic science and criminalistics.

Key Features

The role of forensic laboratory sciences in justice system processes is an integrating theme. There is an opportunity for some specialization through the selection of electives.

Forensic science is a broad field in which different scientific fields are used to analyze physical evidence in relation to matters of the law.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Forensic Science: Survey and Foundations

Forensic Analysis of Biological Evidence

Forensic Chemistry and Trace Evidence Analysis

Physical Pattern Evidence Analysis

Forensic Drug Analysis and Toxicology

Expert Witness Testimony and Courtroom Demeanor

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

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Language

English

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

38 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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100

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General requirements

Baccalaureate Field - BS in physical, biological, or pharmaceutical sciences (chemistry or biochemistry recommended). Minimum of one semester analytical chemistry and one semester physical chemistry. Instrumental analysis, biochemistry, and additional physical chemistry desirable.

Minimum English Competency Test Score

Letters of Recommendation - Three required.

Personal Statement Required.

Tests Required GRE General Test; applications are strengthened by scores corresponding to 65th percentile or higher in verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27306 USD / year

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Out-of-State

27306 USD / year

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In-State

13102 USD / year

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Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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