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Carnegie Mellon University stands apart in Pennsylvania's Biopsychology market with a 92.50% graduation rate but an 11.30% acceptance rate, creating a stark contrast to Geneva College's $21,043 net cost and 79% acceptance rate. The $10,628 gap between the cheapest and most expensive options reflects the state's mix of accessible liberal arts colleges and elite research universities. Pennsylvania's major healthcare systems like UPMC and pharmaceutical companies provide strong career pathways for graduates studying the intersection of brain science and behavior.
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Programs
$21,043 – $31,671
Net Price Range
71.2%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Biopsychology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $21,043 $33,610 61.5% 79.1%
2 $25,866 $48,290 64.0% 77.6%
3 $27,663 $56,402 68.9% 76.2%
4 $27,686 $40,640 78.5% 79.4%
5 $28,163 $45,683 68.2% 88.9%
6 $29,464 $28,550 64.5% 69.7%
7 $31,671 $63,829 92.5% 11.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between Geneva College and Carnegie Mellon for Biopsychology?

Geneva College offers the most affordable option at $21,043 net cost with a 79% acceptance rate, while Carnegie Mellon costs $31,671 with only 11% of applicants admitted. The $10,628 difference reflects Carnegie Mellon's research focus and elite status versus Geneva's liberal arts approach to the major.

How do graduation rates vary among Pennsylvania's affordable Biopsychology programs?

Graduation rates span from 61.50% at Geneva College to 92.50% at Carnegie Mellon University. Messiah University achieves a strong 78.50% rate at $27,686 net cost, while Thomas Jefferson University maintains 68.20% with the highest acceptance rate at 88.85%.

Does Pennsylvania's healthcare industry create good opportunities for Biopsychology graduates?

Pennsylvania's major healthcare employers like UPMC and pharmaceutical companies actively recruit graduates who understand both biological and psychological aspects of human behavior. The state's strong medical research presence provides internship and career opportunities that complement classroom learning in Biopsychology programs.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.