Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience

Our students become well-rounded critical thinkers who understand the functioning of the organ that produces thought; they pursue careers in biotechnology, biomedical research, health and medicine, speech-language pathology and academia.

Neuroscientists explore the complex functioning of the brain. From cellular and molecular biology to genetics and chemistry, our program allows our students to gain a foundational education in the nervous system and brain function. Students have the opportunity to explore specialized neuroscience topics, including memory, addiction, mental illness, stress, neuroendocrinology, neuropharmacology and behavioral neuroscience.

  • Explore the inner workings of the brain and central nervous system
  • Understand the functioning behind human behavior, sensation, memory and thought
  • Learn to read, evaluate and interpret information on a general scientific level

Study in a top neuroscience department with high scholarly productivity

Learn from faculty with joint affiliations with institutes and centers such as the Institute for Behavioral Genetics, the Center for Neuroscience, the Institute of Behavioral Science and the Institute of Cognitive Science

Explore research programs that produce scientific, evidence-based results on topics such as learning and memory, addiction, mental illness and stress

Be successful.

Many students who graduate with a BA in neuroscience continue on to graduate school for careers as a physician, surgeon, veterinarian, physical therapist or neuroscience nurse. Be prepared to meet the needs of our 21st-century society by applying your knowledge of neuroscience in a variety of careers.

 
$46,000

Median salary of CU Boulder neuroscience students 1–5 years after graduation

 

Work in biotechnology, biomedical research, health and medicine as a biological scientist, speech-language pathologist, clinical lab technician, physician or researcher

 

Jobs for medical scientists with a doctoral or professional degree are expected to grow 14% from 2016 to 2026, significantly higher than the average for all jobs

(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Academic Plan & Requirements

Neuroscience majors must complete the general requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences, as well as a minimum of 33 credit hours in neuroscience coursework and additional ancillary foundation coursework. 

Community & Involvement

For the undergraduate student pursuing a degree in neuroscience, we offer many ways to expand your research interests and get involved.

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