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Bachelor of Biological Neuroscience

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Troy, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A four-year biology degree with an upper-level neuroscience focus.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate core knowledge in Biological Neuroscience. Apply analytical and practical methods to discipline-specific problems. Communicate ideas effectively in academic and professional settings. Work collaboratively and apply ethical professional practice.

Career outcomes

Advanced study
Professional programmes
Employment in neuroscience

Curriculum

Four years
128 credits. Foundational biological science courses followed by upper-level neuroscience courses
With flexible choices
A 2026-2027 curriculum template lists course details. Most students do independent research in a faculty lab or during the Arch Away Semester.

Entry requirements

Academic

Official secondary school transcripts with English translation
English proficiency test for non-native speakers
International Student Financial Statement (about 80
000 USD liquid funds).

Accepted academic background

Official secondary school transcripts with English translation (first-year), College transcripts for transfer, International Student Financial Statement with one year liquid funds (about 80, 000 USD) after enrolment deposit.

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 88
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 115
PTE Academic 59

Documents you’ll need

Passport copy
Academic transcripts
English proficiency evidence
Personal statement or essay where required
Recommendations where required
Financial support evidence for immigration documentation.

How to apply

Visit the official website. Review the international applicant requirements and deadline. Complete the appropriate application. Submit academic transcripts
English proficiency evidence
Recommendations
program-specific materials. Pay the application fee. Accept the admission offer and pay the enrollment deposit. Submit financial documentation for immigration processing. Follow the university instructions for the I-20 and F-1 visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$67,976 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Troy
Faculty or school	School of Science
Department	Biological Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	128
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute offers merit-based, Program-specific, Or institutional scholarship opportunities for eligible students. Award availability, Value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.