Master of Forensic Pattern Analysis at Loyola University Maryland

Purpose 

This agreement facilitates the admission of Stonehill College undergraduate students into the Forensic Pattern Analysis M.S. program at Loyola University Maryland. Through the Fast Track admission opportunity undergraduate students may apply to the master’s program through a shortened application process. Students are encouraged to apply for Fast Track admission to the Forensic Pattern Analysis program at the start of their final academic year at Stonehill College. 

Eligibility 

Fast Track admission to the Loyola Forensic Pattern Analysis M.S. program requires the following:

• 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 

An 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. 

Benefits

Benefits for those accepted for Fast Track admission to the Loyola Forensic Pattern Analysis M.S. include:

• 15% tuition discount (Fall 2023 start term and beyond)
• Application fee waived 
• Résumé waived 

Application Requirements

1. Completed online application (applicants must select the Fast Track option when applying)
2. Essay
3. 1 Letter of Recommendation
4. Official transcripts

Admitted students who applied via Fast Track admission by the scholarship deadline will have priority for consideration of merit award scholarships. 

Upon acceptance into the Forensic Pattern Analysis program, a nonrefundable deposit may be required to secure enrollment. This deposit will be applied toward the first semester of tuition.

Contact 

Stonehill College