PREPARE FOR AN EXCITING CAREER
Utilize our experiential learning and internship opportunities to jump right into your career.
GATHER AND ANALYZE EVIDENCE
Immerse yourself in crime scene simulations and solve the mystery.
LEARN TO USE INSTRUMENTATION
Practice techniques used to solve real-life crimes.
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Open your mouth, judge righteously, defend the rights of the poor and needy.
Proverbs 31:8-9
Total Program
Sticker Price:
$52,127
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$25,324
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
What Will I Learn?
Do you have a heart for justice and a love for science? Blend these two by becoming a forensic scientist. Following the Biblical call to love God and people, our program challenges you to address deep concerns practically.
This bachelor’s degree program will teach you advanced scientific techniques to analyze DNA, blood traces, drug samples, and other evidence. Learn to interpret hidden clues left behind as evidence to help victims find peace.
You’ll study:
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Internships
Specialized Careers As A Forensic Technician
Graduate Schools
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, forensic science is a critical element of the criminal justice system.
Forensic scientists chiefly analyze evidence from crime scenes. From this, they develop and share their insights. These findings are helpful in the investigation of crimes and their legal proceedings.
What is a forensic science degree?
As a forensic science student, you’ll study scientific principles and established laboratory procedures to identify and characterize evidence found at the site of a criminal investigation.
In the forensic science program at Roberts, you’ll take courses like Instrumental Methods of Analysis with Lab, Intro to Criminal Justice, and Criminal Investigation. Alongside those specialized courses, you’ll get a solid foundation in general biology, chemistry, and physics.
As a Roberts graduate, you’ll emerge ready to make an impact as a responsible and careful forensic scientist in the modern-day justice system.
What can I do with a forensic science degree?
Among other careers, a forensic scientist graduate could become a:
How much do forensic scientists make?
According to the US Bureau of Labor, the median annual wage for Forensic Science Technicians in 2023 was $64,940.
Naturally, the numbers will differ by area, employer, level of education, and position.
Can I meet with a professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet with a professor to get an overview of the major and your questions answered.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
