FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2019
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
MA
Boston University School of
Medicine
Boston, MA
http:///www.bumc.bu.edu/gms/bmf
s/
Master of Science Biomedical Forensic Science
(01/2020 – 01/2025)
FL
Florida International University
Miami, FL
https:///ifri.fiu.edu/academics/degr
ees-and-programs/certificate-
forensicscience/index.html
Bachelor of Science Degree, Certificate in Forensic
Science
(01/2020 – 01/2025)
FL
Florida International University
Miami, FL
https:///ifri.fiu.edu/academics/degr
ees-and-programs/ms-in-
forensicscience/index.html
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2020 – 01/2025)
IN
Indiana University Purdue
University, Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
www.forensic.iupui.edu
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science and
Investigative Science
(01/2020 – 01/2025)
NY
John Jay College of Criminal
Justice
New York, NY
http:///www.jjay.cuny.edu/master-
science-forensic-science
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2020 – 01/2025)
ON
Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario
Canada
https:///laurentian.ca/program/fore
nsic-science
Honors B.Sc. in Forensic Science, Forensic Science
and Chemistry, Forensic Science and Biology
(01/2020 – 01/2025)
WV
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
https:///www.marshall.edu/forensic
s/
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2020 – 01/2025)
FL
University of Tampa
Tampa, FL
http:///www.ut.edu/chemistryandp
hysics/forensicscience/
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2020 – 01/2025)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2018
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
AL
University of Alabama at
Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
https://www.uab.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
IL
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago IL
https://pharmacy.uic.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
KY
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
https://forensicscience.eku.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree (Biology
and Chemistry Options)
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
MI
Madonna University
Livonia, MI
https://www.madonna.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree,
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
MI
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
https://forensic.msu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree, Forensic Chemistry Track
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
NY
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
forensics.syr.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2019 - 01/2025)
Ontario
University of Ontario Institute of
Technology
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
https://science.onatriochu.ca
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Science
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
PA
Alvernia University
Reading, PA
https://www.alvernia.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science. Areas of non-
compliance:
• Standard 3.5 Faculty
• Standard 3.7 Advising.
• Standard 3.9 Distance Learning and Other Alternative
Delivery Mechanisms
• Standard 3.10 Professional Involvement
• Standard 3.10b Interactions with Forensic Science
Organizations
• Standard 4.1.1c Forensic Science Courses
• Standard 4.2 Director
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2018
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
PA
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA
http://forensics.cedarcrest.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Science and
Bachelor of Science in Genetic Engineering, Concentration
in Forensic Science
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
PA
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
https://www.duq.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
PA
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
http://forensics.psu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2019 - 07/2024)
PA
West Chester University of
Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA
https://www.wcu.edu
Full Accreditation for the Bachelor of Science Degree in
Forensic and Toxicological Chemistry
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
South Korea
Soonchunhyang University
Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea
https://med.sch.ac.kr
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Forensic Science
TX
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
https://www.shsu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
TX
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
http://www.entx.ttu.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Forensic Science
VA
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
http://www.liberty.edu/forensic
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
WV
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
https://forensics.wvu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic and Investigative
Sciences
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
WV
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
https://forensics.wvu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Forensic and Investigative
Sciences
(01/2019 - 01/2024)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2017
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
CT
University of New Haven
New Haven, CT
https://www.newhaven.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2018 - 01/2023)
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2018 - 01/2023)
IN
Indiana University Purdue University
Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
https://forensic.iupui.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science and
Investigative Sciences
(01/2018 - 01/2023)
NY
Buffalo State SUNY
Buffalo, NY
https://chemistry.buffalostate.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Chemistry
(01/2018 - 01/2023)
OK
Oklahoma State University
Tulsa, OK
https://health.oksstate.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree, Forensic
Toxicology and Forensic Biology Tracks
(01/2018 - 01/2023)
Ontario
Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
https://laurentian.ca
Full Accreditation for the
Honors B.Sc. Degree in Forensic Science (Single
Specialization) and Honors B.Sc. Degree in Forensic
Science and Chemistry (Combined Specialization)
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
TX
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
http://www.forensic.unt.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Certificate Programs in Conjunction with the Bachelor of
Science Degree in Biochemistry, Biology, and Chemistry
(01/2018 - 01/2023)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2016
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
DC
George Washington University
Washington, DC
https://forensicscience.gwu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Forensic Science Degree, Concentration in
Forensic Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Forensic
Toxicology
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
GA
Albany State University
Albany, GA
https://www.asurams.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
MS
University of Mississippi
University, MS
https://olemiss.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Chemistry
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
NC
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC
https://www.uncfsu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree, Forensic Biology
Concentration
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
OH
OHIO University
Athens, OH
https://www.ohio.edu/cas/chemistry
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Chemistry
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
OH
University of Findlay
Findlay, OH
https://www.findlay.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science. Areas of non-
compliance:
• Standard 3.3 Planning and Evaluation
• Standard 3.5 Faculty
• Standard 3.10b Interaction with Forensic Science
Organizations
PA
Alvernia University
Reading, PA
https://www.alvernia.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science. Areas of non-
compliance:
• Standard 3.3 Planning and Evaluation
• Standard 3.10 Professional Involvement
•
Standard 4.1.1 General Curriculum Requirements
PA
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA
https://www.arcadia.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2016
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
PA
Pennsylvania University
University Park, PA
http://forensics.psu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Professional Studies in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
TX
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
https://forensics.tamu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic and Investigative Sciences
Degree
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
WV
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
http://www.marshall.edu/forensics/
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Forensic Science Degree, Emphasis in Digital
Evidence
(01/2017 - 01/2022)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2015
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
CA
California State University
Los Angeles, CA
http://www.calstatela.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Criminalistics
IL
Loyola University
Chicago, IL
https://www.luc.edu/forensicscience/
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
KY
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
https://computerscience.eku.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
MA
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA
https://www.baypath.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Forensic Science
MD
Towson University
Towson, MD
https://www.towson.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry Degree
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
NY
Alfred State – SUNY College of
Technology
Alfred, NY
https://www.alfredstate.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Technology
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
NY
University at Albany
Albany, NY
https://www.albany.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Comprehensive Forensic Chemistry
Emphasis
OK
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
http://www.uco.edu/forensics
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science - Chemistry &
Molecular Biology
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science - Digital Forensics
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
PA
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA
http://forensics.cedarcrest.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2015
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
PA
Mansfield University
Mansfield, PA
https://www.mansfield.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in chemistry with a Forensic Science
Concentration
Areas of non-compliance:
• Standard 3.2 Mission, Goals, and Objectives
• Standard 3.3 Planning and Evaluation
• Standard 3.5 Faculty
• Standard 3.16 Professional Involvement
• Standard 4.1.1a Natural Science Courses
• Standard 4.1.1c Forensic Science Courses
• Standard 4.1.1d Additional Courses
TX
University of North Texas Health
Science Center
Fort Worth, TX
https://www.unthsc.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science Forensic Genetics
VA
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
https://forensicscience.vcu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2014
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
CA
University of California – Davis
Davis, CA
https://www.ucdavis.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
Areas of non-compliance:
• Standard 3.2 Planning and Evaluation
• Standard 3.6 Recruiting and Admissions Practices
• Standard 3.9 Success With Respect to Student
Achievement
•
Standard 5.3.1 General Curricular Requirements
CO
Metropolitan State University of
Denver
Denver, CO
https://www.msudenver.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Criminalistics
Concentration
FL
Florida International University
Miami, FL
https://ifri.fiu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree, Certificate in Forensic Science
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
FL
University of Tampa
Tampa, FL
https://www.ut.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
IN
Indiana University Purdue
University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
https://forensic.iupui.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Science and
Investigative Sciences
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
KS
Washburn University
Topeka, KS
https://www.washburn.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemical Science
MA
Boston University School of
Medicine
Boston, MA
http://www.bumc.bu.edu/gms/bmfs/
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Biomedical Forensic Science
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2014
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
NC
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC
https://www.uncfsu.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
Areas of non-compliance:
• Standard 3.3 Institutional Support
• Standard 3.4 Faculty
• Standard 4.3.1 (a-d) Curriculum
NC
Western Carolina University
Cullowhaee, NC
https://www.wcu.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
NY
John Jay College of Criminal
Justice
New York, NY
https://www.jjay.cuny.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
NY
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
https://www.syracuse.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Forensic Science, Advanced Track
NY
University at Albany
Albany, NY
https://www.albany.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Comprehensive Forensic Chemistry
Emphasis
Ontario
Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
https://laurentian.ca
Full Accreditation for the
Honors B.Sc. Degree in Forensic Science (Single
Specialization) and Honors B.Sc. Degree in Forensic
Science and Chemistry (Combined Specialization)
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
WV
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
http://www.marshall.edu/forensics/
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
WV
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
https://forensics.wvu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic and Investigative
Sciences
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
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Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2013
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
AL
University of Alabama at
Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
https://www.uab.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2014 - 01/2019)
CO
Metropolitan State University of
Denver
Denver, CO
https://www.msudenver.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Criminalistics
Concentration
FL
Florida International University
Miami, FL
https://ifri.fiu.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science Degree, Certificate in Forensic Science
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science
(01/2015 - 01/2020)
IL
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago IL
https://pharmacy.uic.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2014 - 01/2019)
KY
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
http://forensicscience.eku.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Forensic Science (chemistry and biology
options)
(01/2014 – 01/2019
MI
Madonna University
Livonia, MI
https://www.madonna.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Forensic Science
(01/2014 – 01/2019
MI
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI
https://www.nmu.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Biochemistry
NE
University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Lincoln, NE
https://www.unl.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
Areas of non-compliance:
• Standard 3.8 Distance Learning and Other Distance
Learning Mechanisms
• Standard 3.10a Interaction with Forensic Science Lab
• Standard 4.3.1c Forensic Science Courses
NY
Alfred State SUNY College of
Technology
Alfred, NY
https://www.alfredstate.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science Forensic Science Technology
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2013
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
NY
John Jay College of Criminal
Justice
New York, NY
https://www.jjay.cuny.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science
Ontario
University of Ontario Institute of
Technology
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
https://science.ontariochu.ca
Conditional Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Science
(01/2014 - 07/2014)
Standard 3.2 Planning and Evaluation
Full Accreditation awarded:
(07/2014 – 01/2019)
PA
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA
https://www.cedarcrest.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Science and
Bachelor of Science in Genetic Engineering, Concentration
in Forensic Science
(01/2014 – 01/2019
PA
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
https://www.duq.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science and Law
(01/2014 – 01/2019
PA
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
http://forensics.psu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2014 - 07/2019)
PA
West Chester University of
Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA
https://www.wcupa.edu
Full Accreditation for the Bachelor of Science Degree in
Forensic and Toxicological Chemistry
(01/2014 - 01/2019)
TX
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
https://www.shsu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2014 - 01/2029)
WV
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
https://forensics.wvu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Forensic and Investigative
Sciences
(01/2014 - 01/2019)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
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Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2012
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
CT
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT
https://www.newhaven.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science and Master of
Science in Forensic Science
(01/2013 – 01/2018)
Master of Forensic Science – Criminalistics
(01/2013 – 01/2018)
LA
Loyola University, New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
https://www.loyno.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry
• Standard 4.3.1c Forensic Science Courses
•
Standard 4.3.1d Additional Courses
NE
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE
https://www.unl.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
NY
Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY
https://suny.buffalostate.edu
Conditional Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry
01/2013 – 02/17/2014
Standard 4.3.1c Forensic Science Courses
Full accreditation awarded:
(02/17/2014 – 01/2018
OK
Oklahoma State University
Tulsa, OK
http://tulsa.okstate.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Graduate Program in Forensic Science, Forensic
Toxicology and Forensic Biology tracks
(01/2013 – 01/2018)
PA
Drexel University College of
Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
https://drexel.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Forensic Science
PA
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA
https://www.mercyhurst.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
TX
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
https://www.unt.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2013 – 01/2018
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2011
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
GA
Albany State University
Albany, GA
http://www.asurams.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2012 – 01/2017)
KS
Washburn University
Topeka, KS
https://www.washburn.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemical Science
MS
University of Mississippi
University, MS
https://olemiss.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Chemistry
(01/2012 – 01/2017)
NE
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE
https://www.nebrwesleyan.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Forensic Science
(01/2012 – 01/2017)
NY
University at Albany SUNY
Albany, NY
https://www.albany.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Forensic Biology
OH
OHIO University
Athens, OH
https://www.ohio.edu/cas/chemistry
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Chemistry
(01/2012 - 01/2017)
Ontario
University of Ontario Institute of
Technology
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
https://science.ontariochu.ca
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Science
PA
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA
https://www.arcadia.edu
Conditional Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2012 – 07/2012)
Standard 4.4 Program Director
Standard 4.5 Faculty
Full Accreditation awarded
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(07/12 – (01/2017)
PA
Drexel University College of
Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
https://drexel.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Forensic Science
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2011
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
PA
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
http://forensics.psu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Professional Studies, Forensic Science
(01/2012 - 07/2017)
TX
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
https://forensics.tamu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic and Investigative Sciences
Degree
(01/2012 - 01/2017)
WV
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
http://www.marshall.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2012 – 01/2017)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2010
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
CA
California State University of Los
Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
http://www.calstatela.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Criminalistics
(01/2011 – 01/2016)
DC
George Washington University
Washington, DC
https://www.gwu.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Forensic Sciences
HI
Chaminade University
Honolulu, HI
https://chaminade.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science and
Master of Science in Forensic Science.
Areas of non-compliance:
• Standard 4.5 and Standard 5.5 Faculty
• Standard 4.6 and Standard 5.6 Success with Respect to
Student Achievement
IL
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
https://www.luc.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2011 – 01/2016)
MD
Towson University
Towson, MD
https://www.towson.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2011 – 01/2016)
NY
Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY
https://www.buffalostate.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science Forensic Chemistry
NY
Pace University, Dyson College of
Arts and Sciences
New York, NY
https://www.pace.edu/dyson/
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
PA
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA
https://www.cedarcrest.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2011 – 01/2016)
PA
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
https://www.psu.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master’s in Forensic Science
TX
University of North Texas Health
Science Center
Fort Worth, TX
https://www.unthsc.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Genetics.
Areas of non-compliance:
• Standard 5.3.2.4 Research
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2010
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
VA
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
https://www.vcu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2011 – 01/2016)
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Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2009
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
CA
University of California at Davis
Davis, CA
https://www.ucdavis.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Forensic Science in Forensic Science
(01/2010 - 01/2015)
IN
IUPUI School of Science
Indianapolis, IN
https://www.iupui.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic and Investigative Science
(01/2010 – 01/2016)
IN
Trine University
Angola, IN
https://www.trine.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science.
Areas of non-compliance:
• Standard 3.2 Planning and Evaluation
• 4.6 Success with Respect to Student Achievement
• Standard 4.3.2.3 Forensic Science Courses
• Standard 4.4 Program Director
• Standard 4.5 Faculty
• Standard 4.7 Professional Involvement.
MA
Boston University School of
Medicine
Boston, MA
http://www.bumc.bu.edu/gms/bmfs/
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Biomedical Forensic Science
(01/2010 - 01/2015)
MI
Madonna University
Livonia, MI
https://www.madonna.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
NY
John Jay College of Criminal
Justice
New York, NY
http://www.jjay.cuny.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2010 - 01/2015)
NY
University at Albany SUNY
Albany, NY
https://www.albany.edu/chemistry/for
ensics_about.shtml
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science, Comprehensive Forensic Chemistry
Emphasis
(01/2010 – 01/2016)
Ontario
Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
https://laurentian.ca
Full Accreditation for the
Honors B.Sc. Degree in Forensic Science (Single
Specialization) and Honors B.Sc. Degree in Forensic
Science and Chemistry (Combined Specialization)
(01/2010 - 01/2015)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2009
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
PA
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
https://www.psu.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master’s in Forensic Science
WV
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
http://www.marshall.edu/forensics/
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Forensic Science in Forensic Science
(01/2010 - 01/2015
WV
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
https://www.wvu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic and Investigative Science
(01/2010 - 01/2015)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2008
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
AL
University of Alabama at
Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
https://www.uab.edu/home/
Conditional Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2009 – 12/2009
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2010 – 01/2014)
CO
Metropolitan State College of
Denver
Denver, CO
https://www.msudenver.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Concentration in
Criminalistics
(01/2009 - 01/2014)
FL
Florida International University
Miami, FL
https://ifri.fiu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree, Certificate in Forensic Science
(01/2009 - 01/2014)
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science
(01/2009 - 01/2015)
IL
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago IL
https://pharmacy.uic.edu
Conditional Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2009 - 12/2009)
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2010 – 01/2014)
KY
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
http://www.eku.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2009 - 01/2014)
MI
Madonna University
Livonia, MI
https://www.madonna.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2008
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
MI
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
https://msu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2009 - 01/2014)
NY
John Jay College of Criminal
Justice
New York, NY
http://www.jjay.cuny.edu
Conditional Accreditation
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2009 – 12/2009)
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science.
(01/2010)
Areas of non-compliance:
Standard 4.3.2.4 Additional Courses
PA
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA
https://www.cedarcrest.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry
or Genetic Engineering, Forensic Science Concentration
(01/2009 - 01/2014)
PA
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
https://www.duq.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science, Forensic Science and Law
(01/2009 - 01/2014)
PA
Keystone College
LaPlume, PA
https://www.keystone.edu
Denied FEPAC Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Forensic Biology
Concentration
Areas of non-compliance:
Standard 3.2 Planning and Evaluation
Standard 3.3 Institutional Support
Standard 4.1 Mission, Goals, and Objectives
Standard 4.3.2.1 Core Natural Science Requirements
Standard 4.3.2.3 Forensic Science Courses
Standard 4.5 Faculty
Standard 4.6 Success With Respect to Student Achievement
Standard 4.7 Professional Involvement
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2008
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
PA
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
https://www.psu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Sciences
(01/2009 - 01/2014)
TX
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
https://www.shsu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Sciences
(01/2009 - 01/2014)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
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Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2007
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
CT
University of New Haven
New Haven, CT
https://www.newhaven.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2008 - 01/2013)
NY
University at Albany SUNY
Albany, NY
https://www.albany.edu
Conditional Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Biology
(01/2008 – 12/2008)
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Biology
(01/2009 – 01/2013)
OK
Oklahoma State University
Tulsa, OK
https://health.okstate.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2008 - 01/2013)
TX
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
http://www.forensic.unt.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Certificate Programs in Conjunction with the Bachelor of
Science Degree in Biochemistry, Biology, and Chemistry
(01/2008 - 01/2013)
WV
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV
https://www.fairmontstate.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2006
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
GA
Albany State University
Atlanta, GA
http://www.asurams.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2007 – 01/2012
MS
University of Mississippi
University, MS
https://olemiss.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Chemistry
(01/2007 - 01/2012)
NY
University at Albany SUNY
Albany, NY
https://www.albany.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Molecular Biology
(01/2007 – 01/2012)
OH
OHIO University
Athens, OH
https://www.ohio.edu/cas/chemistry
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Chemistry
(01/2007 - 01/2012)
VA
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
https://forensicscience.vcu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2007 - 01/2012)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2005
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
PA
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
https://www.duq.edu
Voluntarily Withdrawn
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
PA
West Chester University
West Chester, PA
https://www.wcupa.edu
Conditional Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic and Toxicological
Chemistry
(01/2006 – 12/2006)
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic and Toxicological
Chemistry
(01/2007 – 12/2011)
VA
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
https://forensicscience.vcu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science Degree
(01/2016 - 01/2021)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2004
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
WV
Marshall University
Huntington, WV
http://www.marshall.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2005 – 07/2010)
WV
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
https://www.wvu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic and Investigative Science
(01/2005 – 07/2010)
FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS ACCREDITATION COMMISSION
FEPAC
Accreditation Decisions History
Updated: 02/2019
Currently Accredited Programs
Review Year: 2003
Located
University
Website
Accreditation Status and Term
CO
Metropolitan State University of
Denver
Denver, CO
https://www.msudenver.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2004 – 01/2009)
FL
Florida International University
Miami, FL
https://ifri.fiu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Bachelor of Science Degree, Certificate in Forensic Science
(01/2004 - 01/2009)
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science Degree in Forensic Science
(01/2004 - 01/2009)
MI
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
https://msu.edu
Full Accreditation for the
Master of Science in Forensic Science
(01/2004 – 01/2009)
