Best Colleges for Neurobiology and Neurosciences

Neurobiology and Neurosciences programs prepare students for careers studying the brain, nervous system, and behavior. With 73 schools nationwide offering this major, graduates typically earn around $29,705 annually in entry-level positions, though earnings increase significantly with advanced degrees and specialized training.

When evaluating programs, students should prioritize hands-on research opportunities, access to modern laboratory facilities, and faculty conducting active research in areas like cognitive neuroscience, molecular biology, or neurological disorders. Strong programs also offer internships at medical centers or research institutions. Look for curricula that blend biology, chemistry, psychology, and mathematics, as this interdisciplinary foundation is essential for understanding complex neural processes and preparing for graduate school or careers in research, healthcare, or biotechnology.

Schools Ranked

$35,891

Avg. Program Earnings

83.4%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 25 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	Stonehill College Easton, Massachusetts	$44,747	80.8%	private-nonprofit
2	Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts	$41,565	97.3%	private-nonprofit
3	Emmanuel College Boston, Massachusetts	$39,729	65.8%	private-nonprofit
4	Dartmouth College Hanover, New Hampshire	$39,369	96.0%	private-nonprofit
5	Bowdoin College Brunswick, Maine	$39,369	95.6%	private-nonprofit
6	Columbia University in the City of New York New York, New York	$38,829	95.0%	private-nonprofit
7	Wellesley College Wellesley, Massachusetts	$38,289	91.2%	private-nonprofit
8	Northeastern University Boston, Massachusetts	$37,568	90.4%	private-nonprofit
9	Barnard College New York, New York	$37,568	92.9%	private-nonprofit
10	Boston University Boston, Massachusetts	$36,728	90.0%	private-nonprofit
11	Middlebury College Middlebury, Vermont	$36,134	92.6%	private-nonprofit
12	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, New Hampshire	$35,240	76.4%	public
13	University of New Hampshire at Manchester Manchester, New Hampshire	$35,240	65.1%	public
14	Smith College Northampton, Massachusetts	$34,603	89.7%	private-nonprofit
15	University of Vermont Burlington, Vermont	$34,526	78.6%	public
16	University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, California	$33,459	92.7%	public
17	University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, California	$33,459	74.5%	public
18	Ursinus College Collegeville, Pennsylvania	$33,281	76.6%	private-nonprofit
19	The University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas	$32,925	87.6%	public
20	Colgate University Hamilton, New York	$32,925	90.5%	private-nonprofit
21	Brandeis University Waltham, Massachusetts	$32,569	86.1%	private-nonprofit
22	Lafayette College Easton, Pennsylvania	$32,563	88.1%	private-nonprofit
23	Rhode Island College Providence, Rhode Island	$32,391	46.2%	public
24	Carthage College Kenosha, Wisconsin	$32,284	60.5%	private-nonprofit
25	University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota	$31,907	84.8%	public