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Earn your advanced degree from Stevenson University Online — accredited, flexible, and affordable.

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Build the Foundation for Your Forensics Career

Crime never stops, even in times of crisis. It is constantly evolving from physical streets to cyberspace, finding new vulnerabilities in a rapidly changing world. Combating this shift takes more than technology, it takes dedicated professionals like you. Stevenson’s forensic science program equips you to analyze evidence, uncover the truth, and lead the next generation of justice.

As federal, state, and local agencies confront these evolving threats, demand continues to grow for specialized expertise. Whether you want to advance your current career or launch a new path in law enforcement and investigation, Stevenson’s leadership in forensics education gives you actionable skills to apply today while positioning you for the opportunities of tomorrow.

Take your career in forensics to the next level with one of our specialized forensic programs designed to equip you with the practical skills and in-depth knowledge you need to succeed in law enforcement, criminal investigation, and forensic analysis.

Choose from the following program options:

  • Master’s in Forensic Science
  • Master’s in Crime Scene Investigation
  • Master’s in Forensic Investigation
  • Master’s in Forensic Studies
  • Master’s in Forensic Accounting
  • Master’s in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics

Your Partner For Professional Success

Discover how Stevenson University Online can help you balance the demands of life while meeting your educational and career goals.

  • Choose from a variety of accredited online degree programs
  • Multiple 8-week sessions offered 100% online to fit your schedule
  • Interact one-on-one with accomplished faculty
  • Learn specialized, in-demand skills for growing industries
  • Receive support from application to graduation and beyond

Master’s in Forensic Science

Build on your existing knowledge and gain the new skills you need to begin a new career in the fast-growing field of forensics. Stevenson University Online’s Master in Forensic Science prepares professionals with a natural science background for new opportunities in forensics.

Students pursuing their Forensic Science Master’s degree online will develop the foundational knowledge to identify, collect, analyze, and, ultimately, report findings in a courtroom setting.

Our Master’s in Forensic Science online program includes specific training in the quality assurance, quality control, and safety procedures and requirements used in modern, accredited forensic science laboratories.

With two concentrations, Forensic Biology and Forensic Chemistry, taught by accomplished faculty with expertise in the field, our online Master’s in Forensic Science program will open up new opportunities for your career.

*Note: A student’s completion time is dependent upon the number of existing credits they have and can transfer, the number of credits they choose to take each term, and the terms in which they enroll.

Gain the Skills Employers Want

Graduates of our online Master’s in Forensic Science program will excel in key skills, including:

  • Processing forensic evidence
  • Reporting findings in an ethical manner
  • Communicating findings in both written and oral formats
  • Understanding and following the standards of accredited forensic science laboratories
  • Applying quality assurance, quality control, and safety requirements

Top Careers for Forensic Science Graduates

Graduates from our online Master’s in Forensic Science program can pursue careers such as:

  • Crime Laboratory Supervisor
  • Crime Scene Investigator
  • Forensic Chemist
  • Forensic DNA Analyst
  • Forensic Engineer
  • Forensic Laboratory Director
  • Forensic Latent Print Examiner
  • Forensic Toxicologist

Master’s in Crime Scene Investigation

From initial crime scene analysis to courtroom testimony, crime scene investigators play crucial roles in almost every step of a modern criminal investigation. Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies need qualified professionals to scientifically process evidence and help solve crimes. Stevenson University Online’s Master of Science in Crime Scene Investigation prepares students to succeed in this field and advance in their investigative careers.

Designed to prepare students to identify, collect, analyze, and, eventually, report their findings in a courtroom setting, our online program trains students in the quality assurance, quality control, and safety requirements used in accredited forensic science laboratories. With coursework taught by accomplished faculty with expertise in the field, our program provides students with opportunities to develop and hone their investigative skills.

*Note: A student’s completion time is dependent upon the number of existing credits they have and can transfer, the number of credits they choose to take each term, and the terms in which they enroll.

Gain Skills Employers Want

Graduates of our online Master’s in Crime Scene Investigation program will excel in key skills, including:

  • Processing forensic evidence and ethically report findings
  • Communicating findings in both written and oral formats
  • Understanding and following the standards of accredited forensic science laboratories
  • Applying quality assurance, quality control, and safety requirements

Top Careers for CSI Graduates

Graduates can pursue diverse career paths, such as:

  • Crime Scene Investigator
  • Crime Scene Photographer
  • Crime Scene Technician
  • Evidence Technician
  • Fingerprint and DNA Specialist
  • Forensic Artist
  • Forensic Scientist

Master’s in Forensic Investigation

Stevenson University Online’s Master of Science in Forensic Investigation prepares students to effectively conduct interviews, collect physical evidence, and synthesize forensic results into objective and factually accurate reports and court testimony.

Developed for working professionals, our Master’s in Forensic Investigation program is offered fully online.

Connections to Jobs in Various Forensic Fields

Students who earn their online Master’s in Forensic Investigation from Stevenson University Online gain access to our strong connections with federal, state, and local government agencies, all of which seek skilled forensic professionals. This program equips students with the expertise to pursue careers across these sectors, providing the critical skills needed to analyze evidence, communicate findings, and present conclusions with confidence.

Careers for Forensic Investigation Program Graduates

  • Bankruptcy Examiner
  • Insurance Claims Examiner
  • Loss-prevention Analyst
  • Background Investigator
  • Investigative Analyst

Master’s in Forensic Studies

Stevenson University Online’s Master of Science in Forensic Studies is an interdisciplinary program that prepares law enforcement and legal professionals to become forensic specialists. Students are prepared to conduct investigations; collect, examine, and document evidence; and present their findings in legal proceedings as expert witnesses. The Forensic Studies program also teaches scientific, medical, and other professionals with specific discipline expertise the knowledge and skills needed to serve as expert witnesses in civil and criminal cases.

Our Forensic Studies courses are taught by experienced faculty, including seasoned forensic investigators and attorneys. Designed for working professionals, the fully online master’s degree can be completed in two years or less. With flexible, 8-week sessions offered year-round, the program is built to fit your schedule and help you advance your career at your own pace.

The Online Program Design Certification recognizes programs that are designed around measurable learning objectives or competencies. Design or revision of individual courses within the program align with program objectives, involve QM-trained personnel, and are consistent with the relevant QM Rubric.

*Note: A student’s completion time is dependent upon the number of existing credits they have and can transfer, the number of credits they choose to take each term, and the terms in which they enroll.

What you Will Learn

Through the Forensic Studies program’s core courses and five electives, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of essential concepts, including:

  • Presenting evidence through oral and written testimony.
  • Gathering testimonial evidence through interviews.
  • Gathering physical and documentary evidence.
  • Preparing investigation reports.
  • Understanding how local, state, and federal agencies administer criminal justice.
  • All phases of pre-trial and trial work—from court jurisdiction to pleadings and pre-trial motions, fact gathering, discovery, rules of evidence and procedure, plea bargains, settlements, voir dire of jury panel, opening statements, presentation of evidence, witness testimony, and closing arguments.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Forensic Studies, graduates are equipped to:

  • Evaluate the merits of an allegation and prepare an investigative plan.
  • Conduct effective interviews and interrogations.
  • Evaluate documentary and testimonial evidence.
  • Synthesize analyses of facts and law into coherent, defensible conclusions.
  • Communicate findings, analysis, conclusions, and recommendations effectively, orally and in writing, for legal proceedings and court cross-examination.

Career Opportunities

You’ll find our Forensic Studies graduates everywhere from government agencies to law enforcement, legal firms, corporations, businesses, and even non-profit organizations. Graduates of a Forensic Studies university program can pursue careers such as:

  • Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) Compliance Analyst
  • Claims Adjuster, Examiner, or Investigator
  • Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Compliance Specialist
  • Detective
  • Digital Forensic Investigator
  • Expert Witness (Including Expert Medical and Scientific Witnesses)
  • Financial Analyst
  • Fire Inspector
  • Forensic Accountant
  • Fraud Analyst
  • Paralegal or Legal Assistant

Master’s in Forensic Accounting

As organizations navigate stricter laws, new regulations, and evolving auditing standards, the demand for accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6% through 2031, creating over 81,000 new jobs.

Our fully online Master of Science in Forensic Accounting prepares you to take advantage of today’s opportunities in fields ranging from investigative accounting to fraud prevention and beyond. Alongside accomplished faculty with real-world experience, you’ll learn how to assess fraud risk and the adequacy of internal control structures, evaluate financial evidence, and effectively present your findings during legal proceedings. 

With intentionally designed courses and one-on-one faculty attention, you’ll be prepared to meet the industry’s high standards and ready to make your next career moves with confidence.

Learn In-Demand Skills

After graduating, you’ll be prepared to:

  • Examine financial statements for false and/or misleading statements
  • Assess fraud risk and adequacy of internal control structures
  • Evaluate financial evidence
  • Synthesize accounting, auditing, computer, and investigative analysis into coherent, defensible conclusions
  • Effectively communicate findings, analysis, conclusions, and recommendations, orally and in writing

Achieve Professional Success

Graduates from our Master’s in Forensic Accounting online program can pursue careers such as:

  • Forensic Accountants
  • Business Valuation Experts
  • Fraud Examiners

Master’s in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics

In today’s digital world, institutions need experts who can craft forward-looking cybersecurity policies, identify security vulnerabilities, and help them recover from cyberattacks. You need a degree program that builds these skills without sacrificing your work/life balance.

We created our online Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics for working professionals seeking to grow their technical skills and elevate into executive roles. Our unique program merges cybersecurity education with digital forensics training, preparing you for a range of in-demand positions.

As an SUO student, you’ll have the exclusive benefit of studying at one of the few universities recognized as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency. Our curriculum has been validated by the NSA to align with the latest industry standards – and it includes hands-on training with many of the digital forensics and investigative tools used by professionals in the field:

  • Magnet Axiom
  • EnCase
  • FTK Imager
  • Autopsy
  • Volatility
  • Wireshark
  • Packet Tracer
  • Metasploit
  • Splunk
  • Kali Linux

Learn In-Demand Skills

Our program builds your skills in areas such as:

  • Collecting and preserving digital evidence
  • Identifying attack vectors and vulnerabilities
  • Analyzing and auditing information systems for signs of compromise
  • Interpreting and applying applicable laws and statutes
  • Producing professional forensic reports
  • Presenting forensic findings during expert testimonies

Potential Career Pathways

Graduates can pursue diverse career paths, such as:

  • Chief Information Security Officer
  • Incident Response Manager
  • Digital Forensics Investigator
  • Malware Analyst
  • Cybercrime Analyst
  • Intrusion Detection Analyst
  • Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect
  • Network Engineer/Architect
  • Supervisory IT Specialist

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