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Forensic Science

Forensic Science (MS) Camden

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  U.S. Non-U.S.
Spring 2025 Nov 1, 2024 Nov 1, 2024
Fall 2025 Jul 1, 2025 Jul 1, 2025
Spring 2026 Nov 1, 2025 Nov 1, 2025
Fall 2026 Jul 1, 2026 Jul 1, 2026

The Graduate School - Camden

Program Requirements

* Possess a Baccalaureate Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related field from an accredited university

* Submit one official transcript from each post-secondary school attended

* Submit a C.V.

* Submit a Personal Statement. The personal statement should be in the form of a Cover Letter indicating your interest in the program

* Submit a Writing Sample that answers the following questions:


  1. Explain the importance of analytical chemistry to forensic science and provide examples.
  2. What is a short tandem repeat (STR) and how is it used in forensic DNA analysis?

* Two letters of recommendation from university faculty science professors or science supervisors/employers who know you well or from research/laboratory supervisors/investigators. At least one of the letters should be from faculty

* Pay the application fee


Test Requirements

GRE optional but encouraged to be considered for Scholarships, Assistantships or Awards. International applicants must include with their application official results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Personal Statement Instructions

Please provide a statement, which should be in the form of a cover letter indicating your interest in the program.