Neurobiology & Neurosciences at Brandeis University
If you plan to study Neurobiology & Neurosciences, consider the program at Brandeis University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Brandeis University is located in Waltham, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 72 neurobiology & neurosciences graduations were recorded at Brandeis University.
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Online Class Availability at Brandeis University
Distance learning is available at Brandeis University. Among 5,205 students, 401 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 833 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Rankings at Brandeis University
These rankings give you a sense of how Brandeis University’s Neurobiology & Neurosciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #12 of 14 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #12 of 14 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #24 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #25 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 191 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #163 of 187 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #12 of 14 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #12 of 14 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #24 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #25 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 191 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #163 of 187 |
Earnings for Neurobiology & Neurosciences Graduates from Brandeis University
Graduates of Brandeis University’s Neurobiology & Neurosciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,809 |
| 2 years | $32,569 |
| 3 years | $39,317 |
| 5 years | $57,832 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates from Brandeis University comes in at $26,499.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates at Brandeis University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates at Brandeis University are 74% women (53) and 26% men (19).
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Bachelor’s Program at Brandeis University
Of the 54 bachelor’s neurobiology & neurosciences degrees awarded at Brandeis University, 76% were women (41) and 24% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Brandeis University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 17 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 48% of Neurobiology & Neurosciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Brandeis University, above the national average of 47%.*
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Master’s Program at Brandeis University
Of the 8 master’s neurobiology & neurosciences graduates at Brandeis University, 88% were women (7) and 12% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences master’s degree recipients at Brandeis University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Neurobiology & Neurosciences master’s degree recipients at Brandeis University, higher than the national average of 38%.*
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Doctoral Program at Brandeis University
Among the 10 doctoral neurobiology & neurosciences degrees awarded at Brandeis University, 50% were women (5) and 50% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences doctoral degree recipients at Brandeis University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 20% of Neurobiology & Neurosciences doctoral degree recipients at Brandeis University, lower than the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Neurobiology & Neurosciences Concentrations at Brandeis University
The Neurobiology & Neurosciences program at Brandeis University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Neurosciences | 72 |
Top-Paying Careers for Neurobiology & Neurosciences Graduates
Those who complete Neurobiology & Neurosciences program at Brandeis University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Biological Technicians | $100,160 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Bioinformatics Scientists | $92,484 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $79,550 |
| Biologists | $54,070 |
| Geneticists | $48,526 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.