Forensic Science Degree

The forensic science degree program at Loma Linda 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 California colleges that offer forensic science degrees.

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Loma Linda University

4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, CA

Loma Linda University is a nonprofit private institution located in Loma Linda, CA and provides a large number of program options for students. The Seventh Day Adventists affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. About 4,300 students enroll at LLU yearly.

Students may choose from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. More information regarding admissions can be found at llu.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $32,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $3,800. This school may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Contact information, academics information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.llu.edu/index.html.

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

• Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
  • Total Employment: 240
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.17
  • Average Annual Salary: $64840

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).