About Neuroscience in The Ohio State University

A joint venture between the College of Arts anzzd Sciences and the College of Medicine, the neuroscience major leads to a Bachelor of Science degree, and its associated coursework represents the truly interdisciplinary nature of the field.  The university is home to over 150 neuroscientists conducting scholarly research in every sub-discipline and rapidly evolving area of neuroscience.  Additionally, the major capitalizes on the expertise and breadth of this renowned faculty group with members from several different colleges (beyond Arts and Sciences and Medicine, including Dentistry, Engineering, Business and Public Health) and numerous departments within these colleges teaching the major’s courses.

As a neuroscience major, you will benefit from instruction by the very world-class faculty that is generating the ground-breaking results described in your textbooks! There are also opportunities to contribute to this state-of-the-art research as an undergraduate research assistant. You can also apply to participate in the Honors Program and various neuroscience-related internships.

A bachelor of science degree with a major in neuroscience provides a strong foundation for graduate work in neuroscience, biomedical science and psychology, as well as professional programs in medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, veterinary science and law.  In addition, as a rigorous BS degree in the life sciences, it prepares you for employment, upon graduation, in a number of areas, including positions in hospitals or research laboratories, health services and pharmaceutical sales.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Applicants must have passed high school

English language requirements 

• IELTS :6.5
• TOEFL IBT: 79

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The overall expenses that must be made in order to complete a degree are mostly included in the cost of attendance. The expected cost of attendance for Ohio State students is listed here, according on their style of housing.