Forensic Science Degree

The forensic science degree program at Howard Payne University 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 Texas colleges that offer forensic science degrees.

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Howard Payne University

Also known as Howard County Junior College

1001 Birdwell Lane, Big Spring, TX

Howard Payne University is a nonprofit private institution located in Brownwood, TX and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The Baptist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Enrollment at Howard Payne University is nearly a thousand annually.

Students may pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• Social Sciences

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores between 18 to 24 on the ACT or 880 to 1100 on the SAT are needed to increase the chance of acceptance. This school has an acceptance rate of about 69 percent of which only 42 percent decided to attend.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $24,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for a cost of $3,000 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Howard Payne University "Yellow Jackets" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the school's http://www.hputx.edu to see additional information.

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).