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MS in Forensic Science

Rutgers University (United States) · 57 US Highway 1 New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8554

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Program Details:

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Basic Info

Institute

Faculty of Arts and Sciences - Camden

Degree

MS

Duration

2 years

STEM Designated

Yes

Program

Forensic Science

Expense

Living Expenses

USD 21800

Tuition Fee (Domestic)

USD 28200

Tuition Fee (International)

USD 38700

Eligibility

Minimum/ Avg Score

PTE

53

Undergrad GPA

3.3

Duolingo

115

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL

79

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Deadlines:

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Intake Deadline 1

15 Oct, 2025

(January-2026)

Document Required:

  • Cover Letter

    University Specific

    A curriculum vitae (CV) and cover letter should be included if one’s work experience is relevant to the application

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

    Common Document

    A curriculum vitae (CV) and cover letter should be included if one’s work experience is relevant to the application

  • Degree Certificate

    Common Document

    An undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or related field from an accredited university

  • Degree Transcript

    Common Document

    An official transcript showing completion of an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or related field from an accredited university

  • Letter of Recommendation (LOR)

    University Specific

    Two letters of recommendation must be from science professors or science supervisors/employers

  • Writing Sample

    University Specific

    Write an answer to the following two questions: a) “Explain the importance of analytical chemistry to forensic science, providing examples.” b) “What is a short tandem repeat (STR) and how is it used in forensic DNA analysis?”

  • Test Score Report

    Common Document

    TOEFL/IELTS/PTE/Duolingo

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