Master of Science in Forensic Pattern Analysis

The Master of Science in Forensic Pattern Analysis is a program at Loyola University Maryland, with an agreement that facilitates admission of Stonehill College undergraduate students through a Fast Track admission option. Students apply through a shortened application process and are encouraged to apply for Fast Track admission at the start of their final academic year at Stonehill College.

Fast Track eligibility includes being currently enrolled at Stonehill College with a major or minor in Biochemistry, Biology, or Chemistry. Applicants also need an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher and a minimum GPA of 3.0 for all science courses at the time of application, plus satisfactory completion of remaining undergraduate degree coursework while maintaining the same minimum GPA requirements. Fast Track benefits include a 15% tuition discount, an application fee waiver, and a résumé waiver.

• Current enrollment as an undergraduate student at Stonehill College with a major or minor in Biochemistry, Biology, or Chemistry
• Overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher and minimum GPA of 3.0 for all science courses at the time of application
• Satisfactory completion of remaining undergraduate degree coursework, maintaining the minimum GPA requirements noted above
• Official transcript will be required at the time of application, and final acceptance will be dependent upon receipt of official final transcripts following graduation from Stonehill College. Final transcripts must reflect the criteria stated above.
• Completed online application (applicants must select the Fast Track option when applying)
• Essay
• 1 Letter of Recommendation
• Official transcripts
• Admitted students may be required to provide a nonrefundable deposit to secure enrollment; the deposit will be applied toward the first semester of tuition.