Bachelor of Science - Chemistry - Forensics

Explore Forensic Chemistry at the University of Idaho! Gain essential lab skills and knowledge for a career in forensic science. Apply today!

Today’s justice system relies on forensic scientists to help investigate and evaluate important information and evidence in crimes, accidents, and other legal situations. This program provides students with the chemistry foundation, analytical skills, and laboratory experiences to pursue a career in the crime lab. Coursework provides an understanding of the properties of chemicals and other substances, how they interact with each other, the changes they undergo, and the natural laws that cause these changes. The program emphasizes laboratory research with opportunities to apply students' chemistry knowledge to solve problems in a variety of settings.