Forensic Science

Entry requirements

Required Application Materials

• Personal Statement: include research and/or teaching experience, research interests, career goals, and any other relevant information about your qualifications as an applicant that you would like us to consider
• Three letters of recommendation
• CV or resume
• Transcripts (unofficial transcripts may be uploaded for review purposes)
• GRE Optional- Not Required
• Application Fee US currency $75.00

Months of entry

January, August

Course content

Syracuse University's Forensic Science graduate programs offer six specialized Master of Science degrees, each designed to align with specific career paths in the field. Through the Forensic and National Security Sciences Institute (FNSSI), students receive rigorous scientific training combined with hands-on laboratory experience, preparing them for immediate impact in their chosen area of forensic practice. Whether your interests lie in advanced laboratory analysis, digital evidence, biomedical investigation, or medicolegal death investigation, our programs offer the depth and flexibility to tailor your graduate education to your goals. For detailed information on each program option, visit our website, or find answers to common questions about admissions and program specifics on our FAQ page.

Information for international students

• International students: English proficiency scores and funding documentation are require

Fees and funding

Graduate applicants are considered for merit aid in the form of partial tuition scholarships. No extra application required!

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs can provide detailed information about estimated graduate school costs and sources of financial aid:

• Graduate Cost of Attendance
• Apply for Financial Aid

Note: There are no full funding scholarships within this department.