Neurobiology & Neurosciences at Northeastern University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Neurobiology & Neurosciences, consider the program at Northeastern University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northeastern University is located in Boston, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 160 neurobiology & neurosciences degrees were awarded at Northeastern University.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern University
Online coursework is an option at Northeastern University. Among 32,553 students, 1,730 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,507 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Rankings at Northeastern University
Rankings can help you compare Northeastern University’s Neurobiology & Neurosciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #9 of 27 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #11 of 14 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #22 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #41 of 191 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #154 of 187 |
Earnings for Neurobiology & Neurosciences Graduates from Northeastern University
Graduates of Northeastern University’s Neurobiology & Neurosciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,969 |
| 2 years | $37,568 |
| 3 years | $45,181 |
| 4 years | $59,073 |
| 5 years | $76,104 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates from Northeastern University earn a median of $59,073, compared with $102,524 for all Northeastern University graduates — about 42% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates from Northeastern University comes in at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates at Northeastern University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Neurobiology & Neurosciences graduates at Northeastern University are 84% women (134) and 16% men (26).
Neurobiology & Neurosciences Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern University
Among the 160 bachelor’s neurobiology & neurosciences degrees awarded at Northeastern University, 84% were women (134) and 16% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Neurobiology & Neurosciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 39 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Neurobiology & Neurosciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
*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 Northeastern University
The Neurobiology & Neurosciences program at Northeastern University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Neurosciences | 160 |
Best-Paid Careers for Neurobiology & Neurosciences Graduates
Students who finish Neurobiology & Neurosciences program at Northeastern University work across a variety of fields. Below 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.