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University of Iowa delivers the state's most affordable neurobiology education at $21,398 net cost, while private alternatives like Coe College start at $19,155 despite sticker prices exceeding $50,000. This pricing advantage matters in Iowa, where major medical device manufacturers and research institutions including the University of Iowa Hospitals create substantial demand for neuroscience graduates. The $11,000 gap between the cheapest and most expensive options reflects how financial aid transforms accessibility across Iowa's eight programs.
8
Programs
$19,155 – $30,042
Net Price Range
68.7%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Neurobiology and Neurosciences Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $19,155 $52,576 59.0%
2 $21,057 $38,298 69.9% 89.8%
3 $21,398 $10,964 73.1% 86.0%
4 $22,231 $46,212 65.7% 89.1%
5 $22,604 $51,040 66.8% 97.5%
6 $22,750 $35,598 62.8% 73.9%
7 $25,635 $50,320 75.0% 75.3%
8 $30,042 $49,944 77.3% 67.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Iowa's neurobiology program such a strong value?

The program costs $21,398 after aid while maintaining a 73.10% graduation rate, one of the highest among Iowa schools. As a public research university, students access extensive neuroscience facilities at a fraction of private school costs.

How do private college costs compare after financial aid?

Coe College offers the lowest net price at $19,155 despite a $52,576 sticker price, showing how aid packages can make private education competitive. Wartburg College provides another strong value at $22,604 with a 97.45% acceptance rate.

Where do Iowa neurobiology graduates typically find employment?

Many work at University of Iowa Hospitals, one of the nation's top medical centers, or with biotechnology companies throughout the Midwest. Iowa's growing life sciences sector provides additional opportunities in pharmaceutical research and medical device development.

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