Overview

Graduates of this Neuroscience - Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience major at Colorado State University are well prepared for many graduate and professional degree programs in health professions, as well as for careers in a variety of clinical settings, non-profit disease oriented foundations, and private sector organizations in either research-related or human resource service-related positions.

Quick Facts:

Its focus is at the functional level of neuronal systems and networks. It differs from classical psychology in providing a more in-depth cellular and molecular basis for understanding behavior and neurological disorders that influence behavior.
Possible career opportunities for students with a B.S. in Neuroscience include, but are not limited to: research technician, medical or clinical lab technologist, production/quality assurance lab technician, pharmaceutical research worker or salesperson, human resource specialist, neurotoxicology technician, teacher, writer, and research analyst.
Many Neuroscience majors go to professional schools in medicine, veterinary medicine, or health sciences, or into graduate programs encompassing virtually all areas of biomedical sciences and psychology.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

General Chemistry

College Composition

Attributes of Living Systems

Calculus for Biological Scientists

General Psychology

Modern Organic Chemistry Laboratory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Neuroscience Health Sciences Cognitive Science View 1803 other Bachelors in Health Sciences 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.

English requirements

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

All first-year freshman students will submit an application using the Common Application. Your application will be reviewed after we receive all of the required items.
Transcripts: Submit your most recent transcripts or mark sheets. We will ask for additional materials if necessary. Only transcripts sent directly from the school or stamped and sealed are considered official.
Personal statement: Your personal statement, commonly called an essay, is your opportunity to help us understand what makes you unique beyond your grades and transcripts. Your personal statement will be reviewed during your admission decision, for consideration for any competitive majors, and for financial aid decisions.
Recommendation: One recommendation from a counselor or teacher is required.

Tuition Fee

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International

34751 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34751 USD per year during 48 months.
National

34751 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34751 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

13373 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13373 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Fort Collins

1210 - 1800 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Neuroscience - Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience.

Available Scholarships

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