PhD Forensic and Investigative Sciences

The doctorate is a research degree that culminates in a dissertation in an area that is jointly determined between the student and their faculty adviser. Each student takes three core courses and two colloquia as the academic foundation for developing their area of research. WVU is only one of two programs nationally that offers the Ph.D. in forensic science. Our student-centric philosophy creates an environment of strong faculty-student interactions where students are valued as junior colleagues. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the faculty member whose area of expertise aligns best with their interest concomitant with applying to the program.