FEPAC

The mission of the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC) is to maintain and to enhance the quality of forensic science education through a formal evaluation and recognition of college-level academic programs. The primary function of the Commission is to develop and to maintain standards and to administer an accreditation program that recognizes and distinguishes high quality undergraduate and graduate forensic science programs. 

FEPAC accredited Programs


FEPAC Call for Comments on Substantive Change to Standards

FEPAC Presents Documents for Accreditation:

Forensic Science Accreditation Standards

Policies & Procedures



Self-Study - Form 5.2

Guidance on Preparing the Self-Study

Annual Report - Form 5.3

Substantive Change Request - Form 5.4

Application to be an On-Site Evaluator - Form 5.5

On-Site Evaluator Conflict-of-Interest - Form 5.6

Commissioner Ethics and Professionalism - Form 5.7

On-Site Evaluator Ethics and Professionalism - Form 5.8

On-Site Evaluator Survey -  Form 5.11

Program Post On-Site Visit Survey - Form 5.12

FEPAC Accredited Programs

FEPAC FAQs

National Institute of Justice releases report of TWGED document.

FEPAC Member List

AAFS MISSION

The American Academy of Forensic Sciences is a multi-disciplinary professional organization that provides leadership to advance science and its application to the legal system. The objectives of the Academy are to promote professionalism, integrity, competency, education, foster research, improve practice, and encourage collaboration in the forensic sciences. 

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