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According to the APA, forensic psychology is “the application of clinical specialties to the legal arena” and the very breadth of this definition helps to explain why there are so many different opportunities and paths in the field.

From the hacking of female celebrities’ phones to the massive cyberattack on Sony that ignited geopolitical tensions, it’s clear that cybercrime is on the rise and here to stay. Like diseases which evolve to render antibiotics ineffective, the nature of these crimes adapts in response to improving cybersecurity tactics, and the sheer variety and hybrid nature of virtual thefts, denials of service, and other methods is unprecedented.

Everything from health records to personal correspondence now comes in its own digital package and can easily be transmitted to any corner of the globe with just the push of a button, and while this certainly makes things convenient for everyday activities, it can also be a convenient conduit for criminal activity.

Browse our list of forensics & CSI programs based in and around Washington, DC, and learn more about the programs offered.

The multitude of forensic science scholarships available to students is a testament to the viability of this academic profession, demonstrating promise within the field, and while there are a variety of ways to help fund an education in forensics, scholarships are a great avenue for all kinds of students.

If you’re unable to peel yourself off of the sofa when the crime show “Bones” appears on FOX, you may be one of many individuals fascinated by forensic anthropology (or forensic archaeology, which this show also features). “Bones” is expected to start its ninth season this fall, a testament to the strong interest that exists for a scientific field that requires attention to detail and particular (and perhaps even peculiar!) knowledge of the human body.