Our immediate goal is to prepare students to assume responsible positions as researchers or teachers in the neurosciences. Our ultimate goal is to provide a foundation that will prepare them for leadership positions in academia, industry or a wide range of related disciplines. Graduates of the program at Pennsylvania State University have transitioned to careers in academic science, industry, healthcare and administration.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cell and Systems Biology
- Metabolism in Health and Disease
- Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
- Neurobiology
- Systems Neuroscience
- Biomedical Research Ethics
- Principles of Biostatistics
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3.0
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Prospective applicants should have a bachelor's degree in a biological, physical, or behavioral science and are expected to have taken undergraduate courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics.
- Applicants are expected to have a 3.0 (B) grade-point average or better. Neuroscience courses are desirable but not essential and research experience is an advantage.
A complete application includes:
- completed online Graduate School application with personal statement of purpose;
- official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended;
- three letters of recommendation; and
- TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 91,131 AUD / full (≈ 64,896 USD / full)
- Out-of-State: 91,131 AUD / full (≈ 64,896 USD / full)
- Domestic (In-State): 51,767 AUD / full (≈ 36,864 USD / full)
Living costs
Hershey, United States: 1,404-2,106 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Neuroscience.
