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Forensic Science ONLINE GRADUATE PROGRAM

Earn Your M.S. in Forensic Science Today

Established in fall of 2000, the University of Florida’s award-winning forensic science online graduate program is the world’s largest and most prestigious forensic science programs. Built for working professionals, the program is entirely online with interactive modules that are released over the semester. You can choose from several specialized concentrations to tailor your M.S. or graduate certificate to your career goals.

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25 Years of Excellence

A Legacy of Leadership

For 25 years, the University of Florida College of Pharmacy’s online graduate program in forensic science has empowered professionals around the globe to advance their careers, transforming a pioneering distance education initiative into a world-renowned hub for forensic expertise.

Choose Your Specialized Concentration

Advance your career with a master’s degree or develop a new area of specialization with a graduate certificate. Why choose forensic science online graduate program?

Excellent career outlook. The job outlook for forensic scientists is excellent, as methods for analyzing evidence play an increasingly greater role in legal outcomes.
No GRE Required.
The online program is completely flexible & part-time and formatted with the working professional in mind.
Learn from internationally recognized and award-winning faculty within a nationally ranked university.

M.S. or graduate certificate

Forensic DNA & Serology

Meets the guidelines of the FBI Quality Assurance Standards for DNA Technical Leaders.

M.S. OR GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

Forensic Toxicology

Gain a strong foundation in analytical techniques, pharmacokinetics, drug elimination and toxicology.

M.S. OR GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

Forensic Drug Chemistry

Features modules in forensic pharmacology, drug synthesis, expert testimony and QA/QC procedures.

M.S. OR GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

Forensic Science

This program offers a comprehensive, up-to-date curriculum in this rapidly evolving field. Our graduate level courses are tailored to meet the demands of this growing industry.

Graduate Certificate Only

Forensic Death Investigation

Provided by UF’s College of Pharmacy in collaboration with The University of Edinburgh College of Medicine.

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FULLY ACCREDITED

The University of Florida is a Level VI institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate’s, baccalaureate, master’s, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. UF is also accredited by SACSCOC to offer certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. This prestigious accreditation includes all online programs and distance learning programs.

SACSCOC is an institutional accreditor that employs an accountable and transparent peer review process that assures educational quality and integrity, fosters continuous self-improvement, and promotes student success.

UF’s accreditation is reaffirmed every ten years; the process includes reports demonstrating compliance with SACSCOC principles and standards and a Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). In addition to the reports, the reaffirmation process includes extensive evaluation of compliance by an off-site peer review, an on-site peer review, and the final review by the SACSCOC Board of Trustees. In 2024, the SACSCOC Board of Trustees reaffirmed UF’s accreditation with no additional information requested until 2034.

To learn more about accreditation, please visit the Office of the Provost’s accreditation page. Questions about the accreditation of the University of Florida may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website.