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Forensic Science and Technology

A crime has just occurred and you have been called in to do your job. You walk through the crime scene to collect and evaluate evidence, take notes on your observations and findings, and catalog and preserve the evidence for further evaluation at the crime lab. In the lab, you perform in-depth analysis on the evidence you gathered and explore links between suspects and criminal activity. Does that sound like an interesting job to you? Those are the typical job duties of a forensic science technician. Forensic science is a field where the natural sciences and criminal justice come together. As a forensic science major, you'll take courses in biology, chemistry, anthropology, mathematics, and criminal justice. Courses will help you think critically, become more analytical, and prepare for research and laboratory work. Programs often require field work experience. Graduates can find work in police departments, crime laboratories, morgues, and medical examiner and coroner offices. Many students interested in becoming forensic science technicians go on to pursue a master's degree.

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With a campus located between San Diego and the US/Mexican border, Southwestern College is the only 2-year community college in the southern part of San Diego County. In order to serve this well-populated region, Southwestern offers over 320 degree...

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On my first year at Southwestern College I was in the Transfer Institute Program, which is a one year program designed to increase the number of students transferring to a university. Being in the TI has been a awesome experience and also very...

” – Michelle from Chula Vista, CA
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Keiser University is a 4-year private school with a main campus in south Florida and satellite campuses throughout the state. Featuring a career-focused curriculum, Keiser confers bachelor’s and graduate degrees in over 100 academic programs. All...

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I learned everything from fingerprinting to using the right tools for analyzing, collecting and preserving evidence. I also learned about police protocol, and the dangers that can occur on the job and how to avoid being in a hazardous situation.

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Illinois Valley Community College is a 2-year institution serving an eight county area and the second oldest community college in Illinois. Illinois Valley’s academic offerings feature a Wind Energy program that utilizes the college’s prairie...

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Louisiana Delta Community College is a 2-year institution with eight campuses in the northeast part of the state. LDCC academic degree programs are divided into five schools and the Louisiana transfer associate degree ensures that credits will...

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Classes are extremely easy as long as you do the work.

” – Brittany from Monroe, LA
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From its island location in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, Guam Community College is the only 2-year community college on the United States territory of Guam. GCC is home to ten academic departments offering 20 degree and 19 certificate programs...

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Overall, terrific teachers/instructors that care a great deal about getting the education that we (students) deserve. They continue to assure that students understand the course lessons, more so, willing to take time out to work with students that...

” – Tanya-Marie from Guam
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CUNY Hostos Community College is a public, 2-year institution established in Bronx, New York, and it is a member of the City University of New York system. Hostos utilizes a unique Student Success Coach program, which equips students with...

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The teachers really do care about you. They simplify the information so you can understand and so you can pass the class but also challenges you.

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Arkansas State University-Newport is a 2-year community college with three campuses in northeast Arkansas. ASUN is home to four academic departments hosting degree and certificate-granting programs of study in technical and business fields. Students...

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I am learning many things like Theatre, Reading, Writing, and Math but I later I am going to learn about Philosophy, Computers, Physical Fitness, and Oral Comminications. Anyone can learn a lot here. The teachers are really cool and easy going...

” – Daniela from Grubbs, AR
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Named for a nearby river and mountain range, the College of the Ouachitas is a 2-year community college in central Arkansas. COTO is home to four departments granting associate degrees in various fields of study as well as 18 certificate programs and...

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I love attending OTC because the classes are small and the teachers are wonderful. I work 6 days a week and go to school full-time. If I can do it, then anyone can.

” – Edna from Prattsville, AR
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Blue Ridge Community College is a 2-year community college situated in the mountains of western North Carolina. Part of the North Carolina Community College System, BRCC is home to 30 academic areas of study conferring degrees and certificates in...

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Originally opened as Arkansas’ second vocational school, the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton is a 2-year institution in the central part of the state. In addition to its degree and certificate programs, UACCM’s workforce...

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The teachers are very insightful and really care about you and your grades.

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CUNY Graduate School and University Center is rated as a Doctoral University with Highest Research Activity and set in Midtown Manhattan. The graduate school is home to several research centers and promotes interdisciplinary research and...

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Originally founded as a vocational technical school, Southeast Arkansas College is a 2-year community college serving a six county area. SEARK offers degrees and certificates in 22 technical studies as well as General Studies and Nursing and Allied...

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Southeast Arkansas College feels like home. A place where you can get to know your instructors and your instructors have an interest in each individual. I have to believe that it is one of the many great community colleges in the United States.

” – Lakeesha from Pine Bluff, AR
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Northwest Kansas Technical College is a 2-year technical and vocational school featuring 15 degree and certificate-granting programs. Every Northwest Tech program includes the job success guarantee, ensuring that if an employer declares that any...

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Its a top Wellington doné building incide ADN our.
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Established in 1996, the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana is a public, 2-year institution with two campuses located in Hempstead and Miller County. UAHT offers nearly 60 diploma, certificate, and associate’s degree programs, including several...

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I am learning a lot about the communtity college experience. I have learned so much about myself since I started to take these courses on campus and online. I am more confident.

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Established in 1991, the University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville is a public, 2-year institution located in Independence County. The college offers over 40 associate’s degree and certificate programs as well as over 60 2+2 programs in...

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I am learning a lot more than I did in high school. With the teacher only teaching up to 20 students at a time, we are able to interact, and ask lots of questions. The teachers there also can tell if the whole class is struggling and will spend more...

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Middlesex Community College is a public, 2-year institution established in Lowell, Massachusetts, with a satellite campus located in Bedford. MCC offers over 70 degree and certificate programs, with classes available during the day, evening, weekends...

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The MOST AWESOME school experience. Just fantastic professors! Great student body and good learning environment.

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With a main campus nestled in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains, the University of Arkansas Cossatot Community College is a 2-year college with four campus locations. UAC confers degrees and certificates in more than 24 fields of study. For...

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Established in 1965, Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas is a public, 2-year institution with campuses located in DeWitt, Helena-West Helena, and Stuttgart. PCC offers over 20 associate’s degree-level fields of study, over 30...

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Originally founded as a teacher’s college, Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamón is a Christian institution and a north Puerto Rico campus in the Inter American system. The Bayamón campus offers degree-granting programs in seven business...

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Established in 1964, Southeastern Community College in North Carolina is a public, 2-year institution located on a 246-acre campus in Whiteville. SCCNC offers 26 career-oriented programs, awarding diplomas, certificates, and associate’s degrees upon...

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Originally begun as a teacher training institution, the Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico (Inter American University of Puerto Rico) in Ponce is a Christian university in southern Puerto Rico. Inter Ponce hosts five academic divisions...

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Is the best university. The professor's have a lot of knowledge. The facilities are comfortable.

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Originally housed in a local high school, Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Aguadilla is a Christian institution and a campus of IAUPR in northwest Puerto Rico. IAUPR Aguadilla is home to seven academic departments hosting degree and...

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Founded in 1969, EDP University of Puerto Rico-San Juan is a non-traditional university in San Juan with a focus on integrating professional and personal development. EDP is home to six academic divisions offering undergraduate degrees and...

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Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Barranquitas is a Christian-centered institution and the first regional college in the IAUPR system. Located in central Puerto Rico, the Barranquitas campus is home to 22 bachelor’s degree programs. IAUPR...

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I visited this institution, I've also heard of it. I understand that this university is right for me because I live near it and wish to study there.