How many colleges in West Virginia offer Forensic Science programs?

CampusPin currently lists 33 U.S. colleges and universities in West Virginia that offer Forensic Science programs. The list updates daily as institutions report new program offerings to IPEDS.

What's the tuition for a Forensic Science program in West Virginia?

Among the 33 Forensic Science programs listed in West Virginia, published in-state tuition ranges from $4,344 to $34,816 (median around $9,600). Public institutions are typically lower for in-state students than private ones. Always verify the current cost of attendance with each school before applying.

What jobs can a Forensic Science degree lead to?

A Forensic Science degree commonly leads to roles such as Forensic science technicians, Crime Scene Investigator, Forensic DNA Analyst, Forensic Toxicologist. Typical pay (early-career; BLS figures are occupation-wide medians): BLS reports a 2024 median wage of $67,440 for forensic science technicians; informational, not a guarantee..

Can I apply to a Forensic Science program in West Virginia with the Common App?

Many Forensic Science programs in West Virginia accept the Common Application. CampusPin tags each school's Common App acceptance, use the Common App filter on /results to narrow to programs you can apply to with one application.

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Forensic Science colleges in West Virginia

CampusPin lists 33 U.S. colleges in West Virginia that offer Forensic Science programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Forensic Science applies biology, chemistry, and laboratory methods to physical evidence, suiting students who want to support criminal and legal investigations through scientific analysis.

Schools in West Virginia that offer Forensic Science

Forensic Science programs in West Virginia: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 33 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

Public / private

18 / 15

Universities / 2-year

22 / 11

Cities represented

In-state tuition range

$4,344–$34,816

Median in-state tuition

$9,600

Lowest published in-state tuition

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College

$4,344

Most selective

Future Generations University

48% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

American Public University System

48,685 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Forensic Science program

General, organic, and analytical chemistry as the scientific foundation
Forensic biology and DNA analysis (extraction, typing, interpretation)
Forensic chemistry and toxicology (drugs, alcohol, controlled substances)
Trace and physical evidence analysis (fibers, glass, paint, firearms residue)
Crime-scene investigation, documentation, and evidence collection
Chain of custody, evidence handling, and quality-assurance procedures
Instrumental analysis (microscopy, chromatography, mass spectrometry, spectroscopy)
Rules of evidence, courtroom procedure, and expert testimony

Where a Forensic Science degree can lead

Forensic science technicians
Crime Scene Investigator
Forensic DNA Analyst
Forensic Toxicologist
Forensic Chemist
Latent Print Examiner

Typical pay: BLS reports a 2024 median wage of $67,440 for forensic science technicians; informational, not a guarantee.

A Forensic Science major builds on a natural-science core, general and organic chemistry, biology, and statistics, then adds forensic-specific coursework in trace and physical evidence analysis, forensic biology and DNA, forensic chemistry and toxicology, instrumental analysis, and crime-scene investigation. Most programs include extensive laboratory work, evidence-handling and chain-of-custody practice, and coursework on the rules of evidence and expert testimony. The major is typically completed as a bachelor's degree.

Graduates collect, preserve, and analyze evidence such as DNA, fibers, fluids, firearms residue, drugs, and latent prints, then document findings in reports and may testify in court. Many entry-level laboratory and crime-scene roles are open to bachelor's holders, though some specializations, supervisory positions, and research or medical-examiner pathways generally require a graduate or professional degree. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of forensic science technicians is projected to grow 12.8% from 2024 to 2034, with a 2024 median wage of $67,440.

Common employers include state and local crime laboratories, medical examiner and coroner offices, federal agencies, and private testing labs. The major pairs naturally with Chemistry or Biology, and students aiming at crime-laboratory work should confirm program accreditation and any agency-specific science-coursework requirements.

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