Forensic Science Degree

The forensic science degree program at Chestnut Hill 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer forensic science degrees.

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Chestnut Hill College (CHC)

Woodland Road, Office of Institutional Research, Pittsburgh, PA

Chestnut Hill College is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly urban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Nearly two thousand students enroll at Chestnut Hill College annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Psychology
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to Chestnut Hill College. A score within the range of 1290 - 1580 on the SAT, or 18 - 22 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school admits around 90% of applicants annually. Of those applicants admitted, around 17% registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at chc.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $32,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Chestnut Hill College Griffins participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.chc.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Forensic Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Chestnut Hill College offers a bachelor'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

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).