M.S. in Biomedical Forensic Science

Program Overview

The M.S. in Biomedical Forensic Science is a 36-credit pre-medical post-baccalaureate program intended for students who wish to enhance their academic credentials for admission to medical school.
The degree is very well suited for careers in forensic pathology, toxicology, or other areas of medicine.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants with a lower GPA may be considered based on other strengths, such as relevant coursework, research, internship experience, or grade improvement over time.
This program requires an undergraduate degree in a chemistry, biology, biochemistry, physics, or forensic science and must include at least:
- two semesters of general chemistry
- at least one semester of calculus or statistics
- at least one of the following:
  - at least two semesters of general biology which includes the co-requisites laboratory (minimum of 7 semester hours)
  - at least two semesters of organic chemistry which includes the co-requisites laboratory (minimum of 7 semester hours), or
  - at least two semesters of physics, which includes the co-requisite laboratories (minimum of 7 semester hours).
Application Process:
- Complete the application form
- Submit the following documents:
  - Personal Statement
  - Unofficial Transcripts
  - Resume
  - Three Letters of Recommendation (recommended that at least two letters are from an academic instructor or other academic references such as research mentor or internship supervisor, if applicable).
  - Application Fee