Academics

Neuroscience at the School of Science is an interdisciplinary program offering you the opportunity to pursue a bachelor’s degree in cellular/molecular, computation, or behavioral neuroscience. No other program provides this cross-disciplinary research and learning environment that we offer to our students.

What is Neuroscience?

Neuroscience is a rapidly advancing field addressing the structure and function of the nervous system, with particular focus on the intersection between the brain and behavior. Neuroscientists routinely draw on the fields of psychology, biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer science in their work. That’s just one of the many reasons neuroscience is an interesting and challenging field of study.

Get an early start in research

As early as your freshman year, you can participate in research with renowned faculty. Our students can be found working alongside faculty as they conduct research in areas such as Alzheimer’s disease, drug addiction, computation neuroscience, pain, and obesity.

Our students are at a unique advantage to have an impact in neuroscience because of our strong partnerships with the School of Medicine and with organizations in central Indiana who are aligned with life and health science, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries.

Why should you study neuroscience?

Neuroscience has been described as an "explosive field" by Science Careers, one that continues to emerge. Those graduating with a Bachelor of Science in neuroscience can expect to make a starting salary of $57,000 according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers. A bachelor's degree also provides an excellent foundation for the pursuit of graduate and professional degrees for careers in science and medicine.