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University of Central Florida College of Sciences Forensic Science 4000 Central Florida Blvd Chemistry 117 Orlando, FL 32816-2366 US   Phone: 1-407-823-3420 Fax: 1-407-823-2252   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's Master of Science in Forensic Science: Forensic Analysis Track; Forensic Biochemistry Track On Campus   Forensic Science is a burgeoning field of study that is partially driven by todayÆs explosion of television programs and media coverage of advancements in the forensic sciences. However, beyond the media glamour is the very serious endeavor of applying science to the administration of law. The significant new challenge of countering terrorism through the forensic analysis of evidence leading to the identification of groups or individuals responsible for terrorist acts will play a significant role in driving the future need for highly trained forensic analysts, as will the need for new rapid and accurate DNA-based methods of identifying victims of mass disasters.The Forensic Science MS degree is comprised of 32 hours of study beyond the BS degree with intensive specialization in one of two tracks, Forensic Analysis or Forensic Biochemistry. The full-time student should complete the degree in two years of continuous full-time study, while non-resident students will generally be expected to finish the degree in four years. The Forensic Science MS degree is a research-based degree requiring original and independent research that results in a written thesis to be defended before a committee consisting of two UCF faculty members and at least one other acknowledged forensic expert in the field.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required:   Time To Degree:     Previous Degrees All admitted students will be expected to hold a B.S. degree in Forensic Science or another physical science, based on at least 30 hours of college-level science subjects, that provides the background required to be successful in the proposed program. Acceptable nonForensic Science B.S. degrees may include Chemistry, Physics, Molecular Biology, and Chemical Engineering.  Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements In order to enroll in graduate classes, students must have obtained a baccalaureate or higher degree, prior to the start of the term for which the student is admitted, from a regionally accredited institution or from a recognized foreign institution. International students are not eligible for nondegree/certificate status unless they hold an eligible visa. International applicants are encouraged to begin the application process early. Also, international applicants should ensure all supporting documents, including those required to issue an I-20, are received by the stated application deadline. Only official documentation is accepted and it is the student's responsibility to submit all documents by the application deadline.  Requirements Qualifying Exam: GRE Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: Yes   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Except those who are from countries where English is the only official language or those who have earned a degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, students must demonstrate proficiency.  Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $   Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 3288  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 3974  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $950  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $20814  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year:   Placement Percentage:   Historically Black: No   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable