Cheapest Neurobiology and Neurosciences Colleges in Texas

Rice University stands out dramatically from other Texas neurobiology programs with just an 8.68% acceptance rate while maintaining a net cost of only $12,640. This sharp contrast highlights how financial aid can make elite education accessible, especially important given that neurobiology graduates in Texas earn around $32,925 early in their careers. The state's massive healthcare infrastructure, anchored by Houston's Texas Medical Center as the world's largest medical complex, creates substantial demand for neuroscience professionals. Public options like UT El Paso offer even lower costs at $10,726, while private institutions range up to $41,942 at Baylor University.

Programs

$10,726 – $41,942

Net Price Range

$32,925

Avg. Program Earnings

77.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

10 Neurobiology and Neurosciences Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, Texas	$10,726	$9,744	45.9%	99.9%
2	Rice University Houston, Texas	$12,640	$58,128	95.7%	8.7%
3	The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, Texas	$17,435	$14,564	70.8%	84.7%
4	The University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas	$19,678	$11,678	87.6%	31.4%
5	Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, Texas	$20,924	$13,099	83.8%	62.7%
6	Saint Edward's University Austin, Texas	$23,636	$51,384	64.2%	85.1%
7	Trinity University San Antonio, Texas	$23,650	$51,352	81.9%	30.5%
8	Texas Christian University Fort Worth, Texas	$33,531	$57,220	85.6%	56.1%
9	Southern Methodist University Dallas, Texas	$41,778	$64,460	83.3%	52.3%
10	Baylor University Waco, Texas	$41,942	$54,844	80.2%	45.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Rice University achieve such low net costs despite being private?

Rice University's net cost of $12,640 reflects generous financial aid that reduces the $58,128 sticker price by over 75%. The university's large endowment allows them to meet full demonstrated need for most students, making it more affordable than many public options.

What explains the $31,216 cost difference between cheapest and most expensive programs?

The gap between UT El Paso at $10,726 and Baylor at $41,942 reflects both institutional type and location factors. Public universities receive state funding that keeps costs lower, while private institutions like Baylor rely on tuition revenue despite offering some financial aid.

Is the 99.92% acceptance rate at UT El Paso typical for neurobiology programs?

UT El Paso's 99.92% acceptance rate is unusually high for any program, reflecting the university's open-access mission. Most other schools on this list have much more selective admissions, ranging from Rice's 8.68% to UT Dallas's 84.74%.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Texas?

Rice University achieves the highest graduation rate at 95.70% with moderate net costs, while UT El Paso has the lowest at 45.90% despite being most affordable. The pattern suggests that institutional resources and student support services significantly impact completion rates beyond just affordability.

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