by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 126 schools in the United States to determine which ones were the best for forensic science and technology students pursuing a degree.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
The forensic science and technology program you select can have a big impact on your future. That's why we developed our collection of Best Schools for Forensic Science and Technology rankings. For our Best Overall Forensic Science and Technology School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.
In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.
The forensic science and technology school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Forensic Science and Technology Schools. More interested in schools in a specific area of the country? Filter this list by region or state.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the forensic science and technology degree levels they offer. Only those schools that rank in the top 15% of all the schools we analyze get awarded with a place on this list.
It's hard to beat George Washington University if you want to pursue a degree in forensic science and technology. Located in the large city of Washington, GWU is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #49 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means GWU is a great university overall.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from George Washington University
It is hard to beat Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott if you wish to pursue a degree in forensic science and technology. Embry-Riddle Prescott is a small private not-for-profit university located in the rural area of Prescott. This university ranks 6th out of 26 schools for overall quality in the state of Arizona.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott
It is difficult to beat George Mason University if you wish to pursue a degree in forensic science and technology. Located in the large suburb of Fairfax, GMU is a public university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #117 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means GMU is a great university overall.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from George Mason University
Keiser University - Ft Lauderdale is a wonderful choice for students interested in a degree in forensic science and technology. Located in the medium-sized city of Fort Lauderdale, Keiser University - Ft Lauderdale is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #176 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Keiser University - Ft Lauderdale is a great university overall.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Keiser University - Ft Lauderdale
Located in the suburb of Owings Mills, Stevenson is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. This university ranks 23rd out of 36 schools for overall quality in the state of Maryland.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Stevenson University
Located in the large suburb of Adelphi, UMGC is a public university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #150 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means UMGC is a great university overall.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from University of Maryland Global Campus
John Jay is a fairly large public college located in the large city of New York. A Best Colleges rank of #212 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means John Jay is a great college overall.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Located in the city of Syracuse, Syracuse is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #132 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Syracuse is a great university overall.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Syracuse University
National University is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the city of San Diego. A Best Colleges rank of #196 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means National University is a great university overall.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from National University
Located in the large suburb of Edmond, UCO is a public university with a large student population. This university ranks 8th out of 32 schools for overall quality in the state of Oklahoma.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from University of Central Oklahoma
University of New Haven is a moderately-sized private not-for-profit university located in the large suburb of West Haven. This university ranks 8th out of 28 colleges for overall quality in the state of Connecticut.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from University of New Haven
Located in the large suburb of Fort Myers, FGCU is a public university with a large student population. This university ranks 25th out of 77 schools for overall quality in the state of Florida.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Florida Gulf Coast University
Located in the large city of Philadelphia, La Salle is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. This university ranks 27th out of 109 colleges for overall quality in the state of Pennsylvania.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from La Salle University
WVU is a fairly large public university located in the city of Morgantown. This university ranks 2nd out of 28 colleges for overall quality in the state of West Virginia.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from West Virginia University
VCU is a fairly large public university located in the midsize city of Richmond. A Best Colleges rank of #240 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means VCU is a great university overall.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Virginia Commonwealth University
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine is a small private not-for-profit college located in the large city of Philadelphia.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
MDC is a very large public college located in the large city of Miami. This college ranks 23rd out of 77 colleges for overall quality in the state of Florida.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Miami Dade College
RWU is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Bristol. This university ranks 7th out of 9 schools for overall quality in the state of Rhode Island.More information about a degree in forensic science and technology from Roger Williams University
These are some additional schools worth mentioning that are also great but just didn't quite make the cut to earn our top Best Forensic Science and Technology Schools award.
| Rank | College | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | University of North Dakota | Grand Forks, ND |
| 20 | Boston University | Boston, MA |
| 21 | Duquesne University | Pittsburgh, PA |
| 22 | Saint Louis University | Saint Louis, MO |
| 23 | Grand Canyon University | Phoenix, AZ |
| 24 | University of Baltimore | Baltimore, MD |
| 25 | Madonna University | Livonia, MI |
View the Best Forensic Science and Technology Schools for a specific region near you.
Forensic Science and Technology is one of 8 different types of Security Science and Technology programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Cybersecurity Defense Strategy/Policy | 191 |
| Security Science and Technology, General | 22 |
| Geospatial Intelligence | 14 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.
