Loyola University New Orleans offers a forensic science program through its chemistry department. Students earn a bachelor of science in chemistry with an emphasis on forensics. Courses include basic chemistry, biology and criminal justice. To complete this program, students participate in internships at forensic labs. Forensic science courses consist of an introduction to forensic science, crime scene investigations, lab techniques, forensic toxicology, forensic psychology and research.
First-time enrollees must submit ACT or SAT scores, high school transcripts, 500-word personal essays, counselor/teacher evaluation forms, resumes of activities and high-school class ranking. Students older than 22 year old aren't required to submit ACT or SAT scores. Transfer students must submit transcripts from previous colleges, letters of recommendations from teachers or employers, and 300-word personal statements.
Loyola University New Orleans
6363 St. Charles Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70118
504-865-3240
loyno.edu
Louisiana State University Eunice awards two-year technical diplomas in crime scene management. This program includes course in forensic science in proper evidence collection, laboratory analysis, handling hazardous materials, arson investigation, documentation and record keeping, and testifying in court proceedings. Students need a "C" or better to earn their certificates.
LSU Eunice is an open enrolment college, meaning anyone with a high school diploma or GED can apply. ACT tests scores are necessary for enrollment; however, these scores help with academic placement. Enrollees without ACT scores are automatically placed in developmental coursework. Once students complete an online application, they get a password and identification company. This college provides housing and financial assistance.
Louisiana State University Eunice
2048 Johnson Hwy.
Eunice, LA 70535
337-457-7311
lsue.edu
Our Lady of the Lake College in Baton Rouge offers a bachelor's degree in forensic science. Students learn crime scene analysis, DNA analysis, evidence recovery, toxicology, expert testimony, forensic molecular biology and work in a real crime lab setting. Students can apply for this program once they complete at least 65 credit hours of required science and general education courses.
Applicants need to earn high school diplomas with 2.5 grade point averages or GEDs with a score of 50 and minimum ACT scores of 20. Enrollees with ACT scores of 17 can gain provisional acceptance and take nine credit hours. They may have to take developmental courses and academic seminars. The admissions committee makes final decisions on all cases.
Our Lady of the Lake College
7434 Perkins Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
225-768-1700
ololcollege.edu