Overview

Important Note: Individuals seeking employment in a forensic science laboratory may be required to undergo an extensive background check including a lie detector test, fingerprinting, and drug testing.

The curriculum for the Forensic Science program at Buffalo State SUNY is structured around a core of advanced forensic science lecture and laboratory courses supplemented by electives in specialized sub-disciplines. The program includes a seminar component and culminates in a master’s thesis or project based upon original scholarship carried out by the student.

Learning Outcomes

Students will:

1. develop expertise in areas of scientific knowledge that are essential to forensic scientists

2. acquire skills and experience in the application of basic forensic science concepts and of specialty knowledge to problem solving

3. be oriented in professional values, concepts and ethics

4. acquire the basic knowledge necessary for effective testimony as an expert witness

5. demonstrate effective oral communication of scientific information

6. demonstrate integration of knowledge and skills through a capstone experience

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Forensic Science
Forensic Applications of Instrumental Analysis
Microscopy in Forensic Science
Drug Chemistry and Toxicology
Forensic Molecular Biology
Advanced Biochemistry
Graduate Microcourse

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

30-31

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.9

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Other requirements

General requirements

1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 (4.0 scale).2. An official transcript of the applicant’s undergraduate program showing successful completion of 48 credit hours of college science and mathematics courses, including the following coursework: one year of general chemistry, one year of organic chemistry with laboratory, a course in analytical chemistry, one year of general biology (including cell biology), a course in genetics or population genetics, and a course in either molecular biology or biochemistry.3. A minimum GPA in the required chemistry and biology coursework of 2.9 (on a 4.0-point scale).4. Three letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with the applicant’s academic record.5. A written statement concerning the applicant’s academic background, future plans, and areas of research interest.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

23790 USD / year

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Out-of-State

23790 USD / year

≈ 23790 USD / year
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In-State

11310 USD / year

≈ 11310 USD / year

Living costs

Buffalo

United States

920 - 1560 USD / month

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Funding

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