Forensic Science (MS)

Admission

A B.S. in chemistry or forensic chemistry is required for full admission. A grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in previous science course work and an overall GPA of 3.00 are required for full admission. All GPA calculations for admissions are based upon the last 60 credits of undergraduate and post-baccalaureate study.

Students with a BS in a natural science who have completed organic chemistry, general physics, calculus, general biology and genetics may be eligible for conditional admission. Full admission will be granted upon completing undergraduate courses in analytical chemistry, statistics, and biochemistry.

Students having a GPA of 2.75-2.99 may be given conditional admission. Students admitted conditionally will be required to achieve a GPA of 3.00 in their first 9 graduate credit hours taken at Towson University.

To apply for admission to the program, send the following materials to the Graduate School Office, Towson University, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252.

1. General Graduate School application form
2. Graduate School application fee
3. Official transcripts
4. Supplemental application form for the Forensic Science program
5. Three letters of recommendation from instructors or supervisors familiar with your record, aptitude, and potential for graduate work.