MFS Forensic Sciences at George Washington University

Programme overview

The master of forensic science degree (MFS) provides an understanding of the integration of forensic disciplines with the investigation of criminal activity, along with an overview of the analytic methods, procedures, equipment, and data used by forensic specialists. Students gain the skills needed to understand and interpret a variety of types of physical evidence, including fingerprints, shoe and tire impressions, firearms, fired bullets, cartridge cases, and toolmarks. In addition, students learn to evaluate and interpret crime scene evidence.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Forensic Sciences | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate Programs. 37 credits, including 16 credits in required courses and 21 credits in elective courses. In addition, students must successfully complete a master's comprehensive examination. 21 credits in elective courses selected in consultation with the advisor.

Career pathways

Program graduates also work in the private sector, analyzing physical evidence.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Offers of admission are valid for the semester stated in the admission letter; most graduate programmes use rolling admissions, and some review applications collectively after the deadline.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school. Processing usually takes four to six weeks.

Apply through the official page: https://columbian.gwu.edu/graduate-admissions-faq

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