Why study Digital Forensics at Washburn?

Whether you’re certain you want to be a digital evidence specialist or cyber security analyst or you know you love computers and want to consider all options the bachelor of arts in computer information science with a concentration in digital forensics is for you. This degree will prepare you for a variety of roles in a rapidly changing and growing field. At Washburn, you’ll work with faculty whose industry experience and teaching style will enable you to identify and solve challenges in real-time. And Washburn’s partnership with the Kansas Bureau of Investigations Forensic Science Center means you’ll understand the big picture of an investigations team, and the crucial part computer science plays in solving today’s crimes.
Career Forecast Bright OutlookAverage Salary $90,000on campus
A professor points to something on a computer screen during a digital forensics class.

What sets Digital Forensics at Washburn apart?

  • Washburn’s partnership with the Kansas Bureau of Investigations (KBI) Forensic Science Center means you’ll have access to dedicated laboratory space and equipment in the state-of-the-industry facility.
  • Find your people on campus with the Forensic Science Club and the Student Computing Association.
  • You’ll have the opportunity to complete original research with faculty mentors, and present your research at a conference.
  • Scholarships are available for first-time students, transfer students, and continuing students in this program.
  • Internships and cooperative experience opportunities are available for qualifying students. Work with your advisor to learn more about these 1-3 semester work-experience options.

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Admissions scholarships

Washburn University offers generous scholarships based on your interests, career aspirations, community service and academic success.

Computer information science scholarships

The Computer Information Science department offers a variety of scholarships for new and current Digital Forensic majors. Applications are due early in the spring each year.

Tuition and fees

Courses in this program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate Rate.

Financial aid

Washburn University offers generous undergraduate financial aid, including scholarships and grants.

Tuition waivers

If you don’t currently live in Kansas, learn about our Tuition Waiver programs that may qualify you for in-state tuition.

Fill out the Undergraduate Admissions Application and enroll to pursue Digital Forensics. It's common to declare a major in computer information science at enrollment and then determine your specific interest.

Once you have successfully completed necessary courses, you can conduct research with your faculty mentor or apply for an internship or cooperative experience with the Kansas Bureau of Investigations Forensic Science Center or local business.

This degree can be completed in 4 years.

Graduates have gone on to work as software developers, software planners and in areas such as specification, documentation, implementation, testing, security, network administration and database administration.
CAREER FORECAST: bright outlook

Student/faculty ratio

12:1

Qualities for success

Critical-thinking

Problem-solving

Detail oriented

Communication and collaboration 

Graduate with experience

100%

of students conduct research or an internship prior to graduation.

Forensics at Washburn

Skeleton marked up with forensics analysis

Forensic Biology

Test tubes in KBI forensics lab

Forensic Chemistry

Forensic students exam a map of bones

Forensic Anthropology

Students exam bullet holes with an instrument

Forensic Investigation

Other computer information science programs

The computer information sciences department also offers degrees that will prepare you for a career in:

  • software development
  • networking
  • database management
  • data science

Forensic club

The club is open to majors and non-majors with an interest in forensic science!
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Computing Assoc.

Washburn University Student Computing Association (WUSCA) is directed by CIS faculty. Members are students interested in computing technologies.
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GET IN TOUCH WITH Department of Computer Information Sciences

Department of Computer Information Sciences
Stoffer, Room 304
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621

Phone & Email
Phone: 785.670.1739
cis@washburn.edu

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