Prospective Students

100% online, flexible graduate program with no GRE requirement. The University of Florida’s Forensic Science online graduate program is a top-ranked program within a No. 4 nationally ranked college. Join the next generation of leaders with a degree from the world’s largest forensic science program.


Forensic Science Online

World's Largest Forensic Science Program

Established in 2000, UF's forensic science program is the world’s largest and most prestigious. 1,500 graduates from more than 70 countries have earned their degree with us.

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Graphic celebrating the University of Florida’s Forensic Science Online Master’s Program, established in 2000. Highlights include a 32-credit curriculum, over 1,500 graduates from 70+ countries, and a timeline of awards and milestones from 2006 to 2019.

Why Forensic Science?

Excellent Career Outlook

Forensic scientists collect, identify and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations using cutting-edge field and laboratory techniques. The job outlook for forensic scientists is excellent, as methods for analyzing evidence play an increasingly greater role in legal outcomes. Graduates with a degree in Forensic Science can expect to work in the:

  • Crime labs and medical diagnostic labs
  • Medical examiners’ offices and prosecution attorneys’ offices
  • Hospital and clinical chemistry laboratories
  • Law enforcement and government regulatory agencies
  • Criminal defense firms

Partnerships & Memberships

The University of Florida’s forensic science program currently has an international partnership agreement with Western Sydney University. We are also members of Global Forensic Education.

A World-Class Program with Award-Winning Faculty

This M.S. program earned the Award of Excellence in Distance Education from the American Distance Education Consortium, and Program Director Ian Tebbett, Ph.D., was awarded the prestigious Irving Award from ADEC, as well as winning the Outstanding Leadership Award from the U.S. Distance Learning Association.

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Forensic DNA & Serology ALUMNUS

Sandra de Bie, M.S., RPh

"I highly recommend this program to anyone considering a new or second career in forensic science, especially those with a specific interest in DNA analysis or crime lab work. The curriculum is well-structured, academically challenging, and taught by professionals who are clearly invested in student success."


A Top-Ranked University

Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 pharmacy college in Florida and No. 4 nationally, the University of Florida College of Pharmacy has been developing future leaders in pharmacy practice and science for nearly a century. At campuses in Gainesville, Jacksonville and Orlando, award-winning faculty aim to improve the health of Floridians and people across the world through pharmacy education, high-impact research and clinical innovation.

Join us to pursue greatness and become the next leader in healthcare.