The Forensic and Investigative Sciences program surveys each student that graduated with a FIVS degree every year to track the employment and continuing education of the graduates. Forty-seven percent knowledge rate* was realized from this survey. Students were asked their employment or graduate studies status, and if they were employed or studying “in field” (i.e. within the forensics sciences) or “outside of field” (i.e. in an area not associated with the forensic sciences).
Highlights
- A total of 88 students responded to this survey
- 68% of respondents are currently employed
- 62% of employed students are working in forensics or an associated** field
- 36% are employed outside of the forensics field.
- 1% of respondents are currently unemployed
- 31% of students are in graduate school, law school, medical school, or other professional continuing education
- 69% of these students are studying forensics or an associated field
- 31% are studying outside of the forensics field
Student Achievement Data 2009-2020
| Receiving Degrees | % Survey Response | % Continued Education | % In Field |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188 | 47% | 50% | 63% |
| Graduation Year | Students Receiving Degrees | % Survey Response | % Continued Education | % Employed | % Employed in the Field | % Unemployed | % Currently in Graduate School | % Studying in Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 24 | 71% | 76% | 47% | 75% | 0% | 53% | 67% |
| 2019 | 24 | 58% | 36% | 64% | 44% | 7% | 29% | 75% |
| 2018 | 14 | 64% | 78% | 44% | 100% | 0% | 56% | 80% |
| 2017 | 23 | 61% | 43% | 57% | 75% | 0% | 43% | 50% |
| 2016 | 18 | 44% | 25% | 75% | 83% | 0% | 13% | 100% |
| 2015 | 21 | 19% | 20% | 100% | 40% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 2014 | 17 | 29% | 40% | 100% | 20% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 2013 | 23 | 39% | 44% | 89% | 50% | 0% | 11% | 100% |
| 2012 | 12 | 17% | 67% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 2011 | 6 | 33% | 50% | 100% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 2010 | 5 | 40% | 50% | 100 | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 | 100% | 100% | 100 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Statistics
Graduate Schools
Our students are well-prepared to succeed in graduate school, law school, medical school, and professional training programs. Below are some of the institutions alumni have attended. For more details about what our students pursue after graduation, see Former Forensics Students—Where are they Now?
- Bush School of Government and Public Service
- Creighton University
- Dallas Fort Worth Fire Academy
- Johns Hopkins University
- McGovern Medical School
- Michigan State University
- Mississippi State University
- Sam Houston State University
- Texas A&M University
- Texas A&M University College of Medicine
- Texas A&M University School of Law
- Texas State University
- Texas Tech University
- Texas Tech University
- University of Alabama
- University of Colorado
- University of Edinburgh, Scotland
- University of North Texas
- University of Texas Medical Branch
- UTMB School of Nursing
- West Virginia University College of Law
Employers
The Forensic and Investigative Sciences program produces students with strong research, analysis, and problem-solving skills abilities—essential skills that are competitive across many industries. Our graduates are employed in a variety of sectors. For more details about what our students pursue after graduation, see Former Forensics Students—Where are they Now?
Academic
- Baylor University
- Boswell High School
- Dallas Independent School District
- Everman High School
- IDEA College Preparatory
- Salt Lake City Public School District
- St. George’s University
- Texas A&M University
- Waller ISD
- Yes Prep Public Schools District
Industry
- A&M Forensics and Engineering Inc.
- Americorps
- Biofire
- Brenner Spiller & Archer, LLP
- Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies
- H-E-B Pharmacy
- Legacy Realty Group
- Quest Diagnostics
- Republic Spine and Pain of Austin
- Taylor Farms
Local Government
- Arlington, TX Police Department
- College Station Police Department
- Collin County Sheriff’s Office
- Dallas County Crime Lab
- Dallas Police Department
- Gatesville, TX Police Department
- Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences
- McKinney Police Department
- Plano Police Department
- Tarrant County
- Texas DPS Crime Laboratory
- Unified Metropolitan Forensic Crime Laboratory, Colorado
Medical
- Baylor Scott and White
- DuPont Veterinary Center
- Houston Methodist
- Steward Healthcare
- UT Southwestern Medical Center
National Government / Military
- National Health Services, UK
- U.S. Air Force
- U.S. Army
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- U.S. Marine Corps
- U.S. Navy
- United States Federal Government
*The term “knowledge rate” define the percent of graduates for which the department has reasonable and verifiable information concerning post-graduation career activities. This information comes directly from the graduate via survey. The department makes good faith efforts to verify the information. The goal is the highest possible rate, but the department strives for a minimum knowledge rate of 65%. Statistics are updated as students respond.
**“Associated fields” refers to areas involved in the investigation and prosecution of crimes. Examples include police officers, medical examiners, prosecuting attorneys, defense attorneys, probation officers, expert witnesses, general crime scene analysts, etc.