The Bachelor of Science in Forensic Studies at the University of Baltimore teaches students the scientific facets of crime scene investigations. Once general studies requirements are complete, students concentrating their studies in the forensic science emphasis will take classes such as laboratory safety, trace evidence collection, microscopy and instrument analysis. Students also complete an internship in forensic science.
University of Baltimore
420 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-837-4200
ubalt.edu
Towson University offers a graduate-level program in forensic science, concentrating on chemistry, math and biology as well as laboratory instruction. Because the program bases its foundation on biology, DNA analysis is emphasized. The coursework for the program meets the American Academy of Forensic Sciences accreditation requirements. Students will study DNA technology, forensic chemistry and microscopy, biostatistics and death analysis. An internship, research project or thesis in forensic sciences completes the program.
Towson University
8000 York Rd.
Towson, MD 21252
410-704-2000
grad.towson.edu
For those anticipating completing a bachelor's degree in forensic sciences, the Associate of Science degree in Forensic Transfer Studies at Prince George's Community College is one place to start your education. The program studies biology as it relates to forensic sciences, chemistry, death investigation and photography used during your career in forensic science. Students should check with your chosen four-year college prior to enrolling in the Forensic Transfer Studies program to ensure that the degree will transfer.
Prince George's Community College
301 Largo Rd
Largo, MD 20774
301-336-6000
pgcc.edu
The forensic science graduate program at Stevenson University teaches students both the fundamentals and advanced education and training in forensic sciences. Once the core courses, such as physical evidence, litigation practices and quality assurance coursework, are complete, students who choose the biology track will focus their efforts on serology and immunology, DNA analysis and biology databases. The program at Stevenson University partners with the Maryland State Police's forensic division as well as the Baltimore County Crime Lab. Should you attend Stevenson University as a freshman pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemistry, you can go on to complete the graduate program in as little as one year.
Stevenson University
1525 Greenspring Valley Rd.
Stevenson, MD 21153
877-468-6852
gps.stevenson.edu