Forensic Science Degree

The forensic science degree program at Trine 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 Indiana colleges that offer forensic science degrees.

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Trine University

236 W Reade Ave, Upland, IN

Trine University is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Angola, Indiana, in a predominantly rural area. About 1,800 students enroll at Trine University annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Trine University offers:

• Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 960 to 1170 for the SAT exam and within the range of 20 to 23 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to Trine University. This school has an admissions rate of 72 percent of which only 21 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $29,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their costs. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $5,600 annually. Students enrolled at Trine University may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Trine University offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Forensic Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Trine University 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).