See what matches your child
Matched to class, interests & skills
Boston Leadership Institute Forensic Science Program
by Boston Leadership Institute
Lab-grade forensic training in Boston
Boston Leadership Institute Forensic Science Program is a program by Boston Leadership Institute for children aged 13–18, open to students across India. Registration closes 15 May 2026.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
$2,500
Duration
3 weeks
Format
Individual
Time needed
Full-time for 3 weeks
Key Dates
- Registration closes
- 15 May 2026
- Dates
- 22 Jun 2026 – 10 Jul 2026
The Newman School, Boston, Massachusetts
About This Opportunity
The Boston Leadership Institute Forensic Science Program is a competitive, three-week residential summer programme held at The Newman School in Boston, Massachusetts. Designed for high-achieving high school students, the programme offers one of the most technically rigorous forensic science experiences available to secondary school students.
Participants engage in an intensive curriculum covering fingerprint casting and analysis, footprint molding, blood spatter examination using projectile physics, DNA and genetic testing, blood typing, hair follicle analysis, facial reconstructions using clay and tissue measurements, luminol testing, dental record identification, bite mark analysis, mock autopsy procedures, and insect decomposition studies for timeline estimation.
The programme is taught by accomplished forensic science professionals. Lead instructors include Amber Paturzo, who holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Forensic Science from Boston University and works as a forensic scientist and adjunct professor at Roger Williams University, and Dr. Rich Fox, trained at the Human Genome Project and Oak Ridge National Labs with international forensic identification experience through the United Nations.
Admission is competitive and the programme is intended for high school students seeking a genuinely challenging pre-professional forensic experience. Both residential and commuter options are available. A GI Partners Scholarship is offered for eligible applicants.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Age Range
- 13 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Open to high school students through competitive admissions. No specific grade or age requirements are listed for the three-week programme. International students are welcome to apply.
Does your child qualify?
WiWit checks eligibility against your child's class, age, and location — and finds more opportunities like this one.
Benefits
- Mock autopsy procedures led by professional forensic scientists
- DNA and genetic testing laboratory sessions
- Blood spatter analysis using projectile physics
- Instruction by Amber Paturzo (BU forensic science MS) and Dr. Rich Fox (Human Genome Project)
- Luminol testing and fingerprint dusting exercises
- Facial reconstruction using clay and tissue measurements
- Field crime scene investigations with evidence mapping
- GI Partners Scholarship available for eligible students
Academic Details
Difficulty: Advanced
What's covered
The program offers an intensive curriculum covering practical forensic techniques such as fingerprint casting and analysis, footprint molding, blood spatter examination, DNA and genetic testing, blood typing, hair follicle analysis, facial reconstructions, luminol testing, dental record identification, bite mark analysis, mock autopsy procedures, and insect decomposition studies for timeline estimation. It integrates principles from biology, chemistry, and physics into real-world forensic applications.
Skills your child builds
Languages
What your child will do
- Fingerprint casting and analysis
- Footprint molding and comparative analysis
- Blood spatter examination using projectile physics
- Mock crime scene investigations
- Mock autopsy procedures
- DNA and genetic testing
- Blood typing and hair follicle DNA analysis
- Facial reconstruction using clay and tissue measurements
- Luminol testing and fingerprint dusting
- Dental record identification
- Bite mark analysis
- Insect decomposition timeline studies
- Crime scene grid mapping and evidence flagging
Mentors & faculty
Accomplished forensic science professionals, including Amber Paturzo (MS in Biomedical Forensic Science, forensic scientist, adjunct professor) and Dr. Rich Fox (trained at the Human Genome Project and Oak Ridge National Labs with international forensic identification experience).
How to apply
- 1Complete online application form
- 2Submit academic transcripts
- 3Provide essays or personal statements
- 4Submit letters of recommendation
- 5Pay application fee (if applicable)
- 6Application review and notification
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Three-week commuter tuition USD 2,500. Residential students pay an additional USD 2,097, bringing the total to USD 4,597. A GI Partners Scholarship is available for eligible applicants.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to register for Boston Leadership Institute Forensic Science Program?
The registration deadline is 15 May 2026.
Is Boston Leadership Institute Forensic Science Program free?
$2,500 registration
Who can participate in Boston Leadership Institute Forensic Science Program?
children aged 13-18.
What will my child gain from Boston Leadership Institute Forensic Science Program?
Mock autopsy procedures led by professional forensic scientists. DNA and genetic testing laboratory sessions. Blood spatter analysis using projectile physics. Instruction by Amber Paturzo (BU forensic science MS) and Dr. Rich Fox (Human Genome Project). Luminol testing and fingerprint dusting exercises. Facial reconstruction using clay and tissue measurements. Field crime scene investigations with evidence mapping. GI Partners Scholarship available for eligible students.
How we verified this
WiWit checks every listing before publishing it. The details above were last checked against official sources on .
Official sources
Share with other parents
Is this the right fit for your child?
WiWit matches opportunities to your child's class, interests, and skills — not a generic list. Save this and get reminders before the deadline closes.
Categories
WiWit
Don't miss what your child actually qualifies for
There are hundreds more opportunities like this one. WiWit matches them to your child's class, interests, and skills — so you find the right ones without searching through everything.
- Matched to your child's class, age, and interests
- Deadline reminders so you never miss registration
- Every opportunity verified before it's listed
Related Opportunities
International Space Settlement Design Competition (ISSDC)
by Aerospace Education Competitions (AEC)
The International Space Settlement Design Competition (ISSDC) is a global aerospace engineering challenge for high school students to design space settlements, fostering STEM skills and teamwork.
What your child could gain:
Jhankriti Fine Arts Competition
by The Art of Living
Jhankriti’s international fine arts competition invites young Indian artists aged 8-18 to showcase their painting and sketching talent online.
What your child could gain:
Ashoka Young Changemakers (AYC) Program India
by Ashoka Innovators for the Public
A global program that identifies, selects, and supports India's leading young social innovators aged 12-20 to co-lead a global change movement.
What your child could gain: