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Georgia Tech leads with the state's most affordable Neurobiology and Neurosciences program at $13,289 net cost, while Emory graduates earn just $20,687 despite charging $60,774 sticker price. The $10,935 gap between cheapest and most expensive options reflects Georgia's mix of public research universities and private colleges. Atlanta's growing biotech sector and medical research facilities create opportunities for neuroscience graduates, particularly around the CDC headquarters and major hospital systems.
6
Programs
$13,289 – $24,224
Net Price Range
$25,729
Avg. Program Earnings
73.7%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Neurobiology and Neurosciences Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,289 $11,764 92.3% 17.1%
2 $14,528 $27,650 60.6% 66.8%
3 $15,931 $8,478 53.7% 66.8%
4 $22,350 $40,890 73.4% 74.7%
5 $23,911 $60,774 91.8% 11.4%
6 $24,224 $48,150 70.5% 66.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost difference between Georgia's cheapest and most expensive neuroscience programs?

Georgia Tech charges $13,289 net cost as a public research university, while private institutions like Emory reach $23,911. The HOPE Scholarship further reduces costs at public schools for Georgia residents with a 3.0 GPA, making in-state tuition just $8,478 at Georgia State.

How do graduation rates vary among Georgia's affordable neuroscience programs?

Georgia Tech achieves a 92.30% graduation rate despite its 17.13% acceptance rate, while Georgia State graduates 53.70% of students. Private colleges like Mercer fall in between at 73.40%, suggesting smaller class sizes may help student success.

Where do neuroscience graduates find the best earning potential in Georgia?

Georgia State graduates earn $30,771 early in their careers, significantly outpacing Emory's $20,687 despite Emory's higher costs. Atlanta's medical research facilities and the CDC provide research opportunities that may boost earning potential for local graduates.

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