Forensic Science Degree

The forensic science degree program at CUNY Kingsborough Community College includes instruction for students that focuses on the application of biomedical, physical, and social sciences for the analysis and evaluation of physical evidence, human testimony, and criminal suspects. Students who graduate the forensic science degree program will have knowledge in courses such as forensic medicine, forensic dentistry, anthropology, psychology, pathology, forensic laboratory technology, crime scene analysis, fingerprint technology, document analysis, pattern analysis, examination procedures, and applicable law and regulations. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer forensic science degrees.

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CUNY Kingsborough Community College

524 W 59th St, New York, NY

Kingsborough Community College, located in Brooklyn, New York, was founded in 1963 and began operations in 1964. The school began with a class of to a class of 468 students. Today the school has an enrollment of over 18,000.

The school has grown and added facilities since it was first founded, such as the Academic Village and the Marine and Academic Center Building. The school believes that education is necessary for a better life, a belief shared by staff and faculty willing to assist students in any way possible.

Kingsborough Community College is a part of the City University of New York (CUNY), which is comprised of 23 colleges and universities throughout New York City. It is the largest urban university and the third largest university system in the United States.

Academics

Kingsborough Community College offers certificate and degree programs to students. Degree programs are there provide vocational and career training or academic progress used for transfer to a four year institution. Career and vocational programs will prepare students for work immediately after graduation, having prepared the student for entry level work in their area of study.

Academic programs for transfer provide the freshman and sophomore years of a four year education, and allows for transfer to a four year institution, typically to a school within CUNY.

Associate degree programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Liberal Arts
• Fashion Design

Certificate programs are short term programs, typically lacking general education courses found in degree programs. Such programs provide courses relevant to the field of study, and prepare students for work immediately in their field of study. Certificates may also be obtained to augment an individual's skill set as it relates to their career or field of study.

Certificate programs include:

• Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counseling
• Culinary Arts and Food Management
• Medical Office Assistant
• Exercise Science/Personal Training
• Maritime Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll at Kingsborough must provide with their application their original high school diploma or original GED diploma with test score, the application fee, proof of MMR immunization, and proof of immigration status if not a citizen. The school reserves the right to refuse admission to students it feels possess a risk to the safety or security of the college or community.

Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships and work study programs. Aid is awarded based on need and eligibility as determined through the completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The student aid report (SAR) that is provided after a FAFSA submission will be reviewed and awards disbursed accordingly.

Athletics

Kingsborough Community College athletics programs participate in the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA) in the CUNY conference. Both men's and women's athletic programs are offered.

Athletic programs:

• Basketball
• Track and Field
• Tennis
• Baseball (Men Only)
• Soccer (Men Only)
• Softball (Women Only)
• Volleyball (Women Only)

The school also offers intramural sports opportunities throughout the year through the gym and pool facility.

Clubs and Extracurricular Activities

Students enrolled at KBCC are invited to join clubs and organizations that interest them. Clubs meet through an established schedule, offering social settings, events planning, and other activities that fit within the scope of a specific club. KBCC has a large number of clubs to choose from, ensuring that something will pique the interest of a given student.

Some of the clubs available include:

• Poetry and Creative Writing
• Arab Culture
• Martial Arts
• Kingsborough Theater Club
• Brooklyn Bridge

The school also supports the arts through its art gallery and theater productions. Student and faculty show, as well as shows by notable artists exposes students to the arts by providing a venue where they may encounter pieces first hand. Theater productions take place throughout the year and allow students to participate in the creation and execution of shows which are available for viewing to the community and any other interested parties.

Students Enrolled in the Forensic Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CUNY Kingsborough Community College offers an associate's degree program in forensic science.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Forensic Science Technicians

Description

Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, forensic science technicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 26.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $55180

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).