Neurobiology & Neurosciences at University of Wisconsin-Madison
If you plan to study Neurobiology & Neurosciences, take a look at what University of Wisconsin-Madison. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-Madison is located in Madison, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 285 neurobiology & neurosciences degrees were granted at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Distance learning is available at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Of 51,044 students, 1,454 (3%) studied exclusively online and 10,996 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Rankings can help you compare University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Neurobiology & Neurosciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 33 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 33 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #33 of 187 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 191 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 33 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 33 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #33 of 187 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 191 |
Earnings for Neurobiology & Neurosciences Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Students who complete University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Neurobiology & Neurosciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,137 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison comes in at $21,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison are 66% women (189) and 34% men (96).
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Of the 272 bachelor’s neurobiology & neurosciences graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 66% were women (179) and 34% were men (93).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 181 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 13 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 37 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
| Unknown | 12 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Neurobiology & Neurosciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, lower than the national average of 47%.*
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Master’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Among the 3 master’s neurobiology & neurosciences degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Neurobiology & Neurosciences master’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, below the national average of 38%.*
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Doctoral Program at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Among the 10 doctoral neurobiology & neurosciences graduates at University of Wisconsin-Madison, 80% were women (8) and 20% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Neurobiology & Neurosciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Madison, below 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 University of Wisconsin-Madison
This Neurobiology & Neurosciences program at University of Wisconsin-Madison breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Neurosciences | 285 |
Best-Paid Careers for Neurobiology & Neurosciences Graduates
Those who complete Neurobiology & Neurosciences program at University of Wisconsin-Madison pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Neurobiology & Neurosciences majors, 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.