Neurobiology and Behavior
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous system in vertebrates and invertebrates as it relates to control of behavior. Includes instruction in neuronal systems and circuits, higher level studies of behavior and cognition, computational neurobiology, and behavioral manifestations of central nervous system diseases and disorders.
- Schools offering
- 7
- Annual completions
- 147
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $65k
About this major
A program that focuses on the scientific study of the structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous system in vertebrates and invertebrates as it relates to control of behavior. Includes instruction in neuronal systems and circuits, higher level studies of behavior and cognition, computational neurobiology, and behavioral manifestations of central nervous system diseases and disorders.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical scientists, except epidemiologists | $101k | +8.7% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Natural sciences managers | $161k | +3.7% | Bachelor's degree |
| Biological science teachers, postsecondary | $83k | +7.3% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Biological scientists, all other | $93k | +1.2% | Bachelor's degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$65k
Top colleges for Neurobiology and Behavior
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI | 0 | 61 | 61 |
| Loyola University Chicago | Chicago, IL | 0 | 47 | 47 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn | Dearborn, MI | 0 | 21 | 21 |
| Saint Edward's University | Austin, TX | 0 | 17 | 17 |
| La Sierra University | Riverside, CA | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Bard College at Simon's Rock | Great Barrington, MA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tulane University of Louisiana | New Orleans, LA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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