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NGP Program Overview

The hallmark of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Ph.D. Neuroscience Graduate Program is breadth. The curriculum encourages 51³Ô¹ÏÍø to sample multiple, distinct thematic areas during their first-year, while also accommodating the more experienced student with a deeper dive into specific areas.

During the first year, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø have the opportunity to rotate in neuroscience laboratories while pursuing a common core curriculum and attending research seminars. After these rotations, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø make a final choice to join the laboratory in which they will pursue their dissertation work. We encourage you to learn about the NGP program faculty and their research.

There are also ample opportunities for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø to engage in community outreach and professional development activities with program faculty and the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Neuroscience Student Organization (NSO). All 51³Ô¹ÏÍø receive nationally competitive stipends ($35,000) for the academic year, with guaranteed research and teaching assistantships, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Graduate Student Health Insurance Plan coverage, and opportunities to compete for research and travel grants. Admitted 51³Ô¹ÏÍø who join the NSO receive a complimentary membership in the Society for Neuroscience.