On Campus
The Forensics emphases of the Chemistry Comprehensive program is ideal for students planning a career in forensic science, supporting legal and criminal justice professionals in forensic laboratories, federal agencies, consulting firms, and more.
The forensic chemistry program is supported by 10 credits of required Criminal Justice coursework, including opportunities for more credits through approved and unrestricted elective hours. It models a liberal arts degree and leaves room to explore an unrelated minor or second major. For a full academic plan, see the undergraduate catalog.
In this program, you'll learn from expert Chemistry and Criminal Justice faculty who believe in a hands-on approach to classroom instruction and research, bringing real-world examples into the classroom and training you in the latest laboratory techniques on state-of-the-art equipment.
Credit Hours
View course options and a sample four-year class schedule on the undergraduate catalog
Degree Received
Chemistry Comprehensive, Bachelor of Science, Forensics Emphasis
Per Credit Hour
With the New Nebraskan Scholarship all undergraduate students pay in-state tuition
My favorite chemistry class was organic chemistry. I loved learning about the language of the subject and understanding how matter works at a molecular level. This class was genuinely enjoyable and challenged me to be a better scientist.
Chemistry, 2020 - (Omaha, NE) Chemistry 2020 - Scientist at Cogent Biosciences in Colorado
UNK is Nebraska’s most affordable university even BEFORE financial aid is awarded. You’ll quickly discover that no one works harder than UNK to reduce the cost of an education and provide the best value. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for your Forensic Degree Program
at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
