Overview

With this Forensic Psychology program at Nova Southeastern University, you can pursue or enhance your career opportunities in the legal, judicial or criminal justice fields – today’s first line of defense in mental health crises across many states.

Key Facts

The alumni enjoy rewarding careers in law firms, at national security and law enforcement agencies, in social services and child welfare agencies, prisons and treatment facilities.

Why Choose NSU?

Fully accredited Forensic Psychology program
100% online: earn your degree on your schedule
Empirically based
Faculty consist of experts in psychology, law, policy
Provides foundation for further education and/or other policy research
No GRE required

Only 12 courses

Which Degree is Needed to Be a Forensic Psychologist?

It’s important to understand that there’s no licensure or certification in Florida or most states for Forensic Psychology at this time. It is considered a subspecialty of other clinical mental health or legal programs. If you’re interested in clinical licensure, we recommend the options below:

The three doctoral programs lead to general psychology licensure: the Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, or Psy.D. in School Psychology. (Your Master’s Degree in Forensic Psychology provides all prerequisites to transition into either program.)
Want to be a mental health counselor at the Master's level? We recommend the M.S. in Counseling instead. This program provides the requirements for licensing in Florida.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Forensic Psychological Science
Psychopathology, Personality Disorders, and Behavioral Interventions in Forensic Settings
Methods & Tools of Psychological & Violence Risk Assessment
Evaluation, Methodology, and Psychological Research
Ethical Concerns & Multicultural Issues in Forensic Psychology
Best Practices and Policies for the Mentally Ill in the Criminal Justice System

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-07 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-29 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Davie, United States

Disciplines

Forensic Psychology View 21 other Masters in Forensic Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application form.
Pay the nonrefundable $50 application fee.
Submit official transcripts or foreign credential evaluation for a qualifying bachelor's degree.
Meet GPA requirement: 3.0 in last 60 undergrad credits OR 18 grad credits with 3.0+ OR GRE score of 300/1000; applicants with 2.5–2.99 plus relevant experience may be considered and may require an interview.
Submit a 500‑word Statement of Professional Goals describing goals and relevant experience.
Provide two electronic recommendations from faculty/advisors/supervisors.
International applicants must submit English‑proficiency scores if required.
An interview may be required.

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

17190 USD / year

≈ 17190 USD / year
Out-of-State

17190 USD / year

≈ 17190 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17190 USD / year

≈ 17190 USD / year

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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