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ACCEPTANCE RATE

94.67%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

99%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

11:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

42

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$12,665

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Forensic Science Degree

The forensic science degree program at Chaminade University of Honolulu 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 Georgia colleges that offer forensic science degrees.

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Chaminade University of Honolulu

Also known as YHC Young Harris

1 College Street, Young Harris, GA

About
Chaminade University of Honolulu, located in Honolulu, Hawaii, was opened by Catholic missionaries in 1955. The school was initially opened as a junior college, but added four year programs in 1957, and graduate programs in 1977 resulting in name changes to reflect the school's new offerings and focus. CU is named after Father William Joseph Chaminade, a survivor of the French Revolution who sent missionaries to the United States to assist immigrant populations.

Academics
Chaminade University provides a number of majors, allowing students to pursue a program of study that best suits their academic and career goals. Students may augment their education through the addition of a minor degree, resulting in a secondary field of expertise.

Students will earn a bachelor's degree over the course of four years, though some may choose a graduate program requiring a separate set of admissions requirements and taking between one and two years to complete depending on the program. As a Catholic institution, the school bases its educational philosophy on Catholic principles.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at Chaminade University must submit a completed application which will be reviewed by an admissions board. Academic, extracurricular, standardized test scores and other factors will be utilized in making a decision regarding admission. Once a decision is finalized the student will be notified, and if admitted will receive information preparing them for enrollment at the university.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which utilized the student's financial information to allow the school to determine program eligibility and awards. Financial aid must be reapplied for each academic year, and may be subject to review prior to the disbursement of funds.

Students Enrolled in the Forensic Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chaminade University of Honolulu has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree11
Master's Degree1

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male3
Female9

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian6
Black1
White2
Multiple Races2
Unknown1

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

Students who have completed the Forensic Science program at Chaminade University of Honolulu, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the students Chaminade University of Honolulu accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Chaminade University of Honolulu may offer services to students like:

  • Distance learning
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Assistance to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Chaminade University of Honolulu is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (Pacific West Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball