Neuroscience
Master of Science
Navigating the nervous system
Merging biological, cognitive and computational neurosciences, this interdisciplinary program provides the broad academic foundation and diverse research experiences you need to study and contribute to the scientific understanding of brain and spinal cord function.
The program addresses all aspects of the highly integrated field to understand and model neurological function, including nervous system biology, cognitive and behavioral processes, and the applications of mathematics and computer science.
As a student in the program, you will focus your degree work in an area of the field that interests you and best prepares you for your career and research goals. Areas of specialization include neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience and computational neuroscience.
The program is offered in collaboration with a nearby partner university, giving you access to expert faculty, research facilities and resources at both institutions.
Overview
Related Topics
Use your brain to study their brain
Application information
Applicants for the M.S. in neuroscience program must meet the following degree-specific admission requirements:
- Education level: Bachelor's
- GPA: 3.0
- GRE: No
- TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo: 79/6.5/115 (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language; TOEFL score of 92 or equivalent is required for teaching fellowship)
- Number of references: Three
- Other requirements: Indicate faculty members you would like to work with in your statement of purpose
Program availability
- Concentration: Thesis
- Semester intake: Fall
- Eligible for international admission
- Deadlines: December 1 for priority consideration
Visit Graduate Admissions to learn more and start your application.
Contact information
Biological Sciences department contact: Diana Mitchell; dmitchell@uidaho.edu
Graduate Admissions contact: graduateadmissions@uidaho.edu, 208-885-4001
Find Department of Biological Sciences faculty advisor contacts.
Costs, funding and research
To learn about various ways to fund your graduate degree, check out Graduate Funding.
For detailed information about the cost of attendance, visit Financial Aid.
Beginning Fall 2026, M.S. students appointed as Teaching Assistants will receive an annual support package that includes:
- Base stipend: $23,368.80 for the 9-month academic year
- In-state tuition: fully covered by the program
- Out-of-state tuition: waived for non-resident students
- Health insurance: fully covered
- Summer support: additional scholarship up to $8,000, depending on funding availability
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Want to work in a research-intensive field
- Have exceptional analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills
- Have a related academic background in biology, psychology or computer/mathematical sciences
Related clubs and organizations
- Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA)
- U of I Environmental Club
Career outcomes
Current job openings
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