Forensic Sciences Master's Programs
What We Offer
M.S. in Forensic Sciences - Arson, Explosives, Firearms and Toolmarks Investigation
The OSU School of Forensic Sciences offers a master’s degree in forensic sciences with a specialization in arson and explosives investigation.
M.S. in Forensic Sciences - Forensic Investigative Sciences
The Master of Forensic Science - Forensic Investigative Sciences is the most flexible degree option within the School of Forensic Sciences, with most coursework being elective in nature.
M.S. in Forensic Sciences - Forensic Administration (Non-Thesis)
The master's program in forensic sciences offers a specialization in forensic science administration. This is a non-thesis track that helps professionals improve job performance, acquire knowledge necessary for successful management within a forensic agency, laboratory, or organization, and expand knowledge of the forensic sciences.
M.S. in Forensic Sciences - Forensic Biology/DNA
The Master of Forensic Science with a concentration in Forensic Biology/DNA is designed for individuals pursuing careers as forensic scientists, DNA analyst, research analyst, scientific laboratory technician, or university instructor.
M.S. in Forensic Sciences - Forensic Chemistry/Toxicology
The Master of Forensic Science with a concentration in forensic chemistry/toxicology. This program is designed for individuals pursuing a career as a forensic chemist, forensic toxicologist, or instructor.
M.S. in Forensic Sciences - Forensic Document Examination (Online)
The OSU School of Forensic Sciences offers a M.S. in Forensic Sciences with a specialization in forensic document examination. This is a non-thesis track that provides academic studies for individuals pursuing apprenticeship or journeyman programs that prepare document examiners, trainees and laboratory interns for certification.
M.S. in Forensic Sciences - Forensic Psychology
The Master of Forensic Science with a concentration in forensic psychology is designed for individuals pursuing a career as a forensic psychologist. Forensic psychologists can find careers with the FBI, law enforcement agencies, and with local agencies.