Master’s in Forensic Toxicology & Analytical Genetics

• Our Master’s in Forensic Toxicology & Analytical Genetics program is a professional degree program, which educates and prepares students to directly enter the workforce as advanced working professionals
• No GRE requirement
• This program has 2 areas of concentration:
• Forensic Toxicology/Chemistry
• Forensic/Analytical Genetics
• The program curriculum contains two required internships, which provide our students with hand-on experiences to be strongly competitive in the job market
• Our graduates are competitive for workforce deployment in a number of areas, including:
• Drug Testing and Analysis
• DNA/ Genetic Testing & Analysis
• Forensic Governmental Divisions
• Hospital Clinical Labs
• Cancer Genetics
• Genealogy
• Crime Laboratories
• Research and Developmental Laboratories
• Tuition for this program is assessed at a special tuition rate for all students (in- and out-of-state), which represents a significant savings for out-of-state students
• Link for more information: https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/toxicology/forensic-toxicology-and-analytical-genetics
• Fall 2026 Application Deadline: July 24, 2026. We review applications on a rolling basis, meaning, once you submit your application we will review it within a few weeks and let you know a decision shortly after.

(Photos of prior students in lab course)