With a Creighton neuroscience degree, you will explore the complex world of the brain and nervous system through hands-on research. Here, you will delve into several scientific disciplines to understand how the brain serves as a foundation of the mind, awareness and thought.
Neuroscience explores how the nervous system controls and responds to bodily functions and directs behavior. It also encompasses how nervous system structure and function are determined by genes and environment. At Creighton, you will study neuroscience within the Jesuit framework, learning about ethical and social issues in addition to core scientific concepts.
With a neuroscience degree, you will explore a variety of scientific disciplines, including biology, physics, cognitive psychology, chemistry and philosophy, using all of them to more fully understand human behavior.
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in neuroscience at Creighton will:
There are 71 credits within the neuroscience curriculum. The program requires sophomore standing and completion of a number of prerequisites with a minimum 3.0 GPA. View neuroscience curriculum
At least three credits and Senior Seminar (minimum of four credits)*
*Honors status may be associated with membership in the national Neuroscience Honor Society, Nu Rho Psi.
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Creighton admissions are based upon:
Acceptance into the neuroscience major requires the following:
Current Creighton students who have completed or are completing the requirements can apply for the major online. (See the Neuroscience option under the Biology Department.)
Applications for the fall semester open on Aug. 1 of the prior year. For scholarship consideration, the earlier you complete your undergraduate application, the better. For up-to-date deadlines, visit our admissions page.
Tuition rates are updated each year. Visit our financial aid site to learn more about the cost of attendance.
Creighton University’s Financial Aid Office administers over $200,000,000 in student aid each year from federal, state, institutional and private sources.
To help make your undergraduate studies at Creighton University more affordable, we encourage you to file the FAFSA to apply for financial assistance. A variety of scholarships are also available.
You’ll work directly with professors in Creighton’s College of Arts and Sciences, School of Medicine or School of Pharmacy and Health Professions to conduct research.
The Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience is part of the integrated Career for Neuroscience at Creighton, the goal of which is to provide students with a thorough understanding of neuroscience principles and modern application. Research opportunities for students, in addition to coursework and participation in community outreach, are key to meeting that goal.
Jobs in neuroscience have increased in the past several years as research efforts have intensified into a global effort. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs for medical scientists, including neuroscientists, is expected to grow 17% by 2030. That’s much faster than average.
A neuroscience major makes excellent preparation for medical or pharmacy school, other graduate programs and the workforce—which may include jobs in neurology, neuroscience or medical sales.