Overview

Cognitive science is the study of how the brain represents, transforms and processes information.

Students seeking the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science - Cognition Emphasis program from The University of Arizona complete their study within the College of Science's School of Mind, Brain and Behavior. This major provides students with a broad interdisciplinary foundation while allowing them to choose an emphasis that suits their interest.

The Cognition focus encompasses cognitive functioning, development and disorders across the areas of decision-making, reasoning, attention, perception, memory, language and consciousness. Undergraduates engage in faculty research and prime themselves for graduate studies and professional careers.

Career Fields

Healthcare

Medicine

Education

Government

Research

Nonprofit

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience

Animal Learning

Advanced Human Memory

Cellular Neurophysiology

Neuroscience

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-03 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Tucson, United States

Disciplines

Neuroscience Cognitive Science View 130 other Bachelors in Cognitive Science in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Assured Admission for Residents & Non-Residents:

Rank in the top 25% of your graduating class, OR

Have a 3.0 unweighted GPA through your sixth semester in the core competency requirements

The University of Arizona admissions team welcomes students who don’t meet assured admission requirements and who will bring unique life experiences and personal achievements to our campus community.

There are a few things the admissions team takes into consideration for admission, such as:

Class rank
Strength of curriculum
Performance in curriculum
Grade point average in required core coursework

Optional materials (SAT/ACT scores, resumé, and personal statement)

Extracurricular Factors:

Leadership, service, work experience and extracurricular activities
Personal characteristics, attributes, and talents

The ability to benefit from and contribute to a diverse and challenging learning environment
Personal Statement: optional

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

43100 USD / year

≈ 43100 USD / year
Out-of-State

43100 USD / year

≈ 43100 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13900 USD / year

≈ 13900 USD / year

Living costs

Tucson

United States

830 - 1140 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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