Forensic Science Degree

The forensic science degree program at University of Great Falls 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 Montana colleges that offer forensic science degrees.

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University of Great Falls (GFC MSU)

2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT

University of Great Falls is now known as the University of Providence.  UP is a nonprofit private institution that offers a variety of educational opportunities.  As such, this allows  students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Great Falls, MT, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at University of Providence is nearly 960 per year.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at uprovidence.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $22,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $4,100. Students at University of Great Falls may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Providence participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)
• Softball (NAIA Division I)

Students should visit the website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more data about school registration.

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).