MS Neuroscience at Arizona State University

Programme overview

In the Master of Science program in neuroscience, you acquire advanced knowledge on fundamental neuroscientific concepts, the neurobiological substrates of behavior, and next-generation experimental techniques for studying brain function. An important underlying theme of the program is understanding the genetic, molecular, cellular and circuit-level changes associated with neurodegenerative diseases, altered brain development and neuropsychiatric disorders.

What you will study

30 credit hours and a thesis Required Core (5 or 6 credit hours) BIO 610 Introduction to Responsible Conduct of Research in Life Sciences (1) NEU 556 Human Systems Neuroscience (4) or NEU 576 Advanced Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience (3) NEU 558 Neuroscience Journal Club (1) Other Requirement (1 credit hour) NEU 591 Seminar (1) Research (9 credit hours) NEU 592 Research (9) Electives (8 or 9 credit hours) Culminating Experience (6 credit hours) NEU 599 Thesis Additional Curriculum Information Students choose either NEU 556 or NEU 576 as part of their core course requirements.

Career pathways

The MS program in neuroscience prepares graduates for entry into advanced research or clinical training programs; technical positions in academia, industry and health care-related fields; or employment in sectors focused on education, consulting, law, pharmaceuticals and artificial intelligence. Career examples: clinical research assistant, data analyst in neuroscience or artificial intelligence, laboratory technician, medical writer, pharmaceutical sales representative, public health professional in a position related to neurological disorders, technologist in medical imaging or genetic counseling.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in the life sciences, psychology, engineering or a related field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. Applicants are required to submit: graduate admission application and application fee official transcripts personal statement professional resume three letters of recommendation proof of English proficiency Additional Admission Information An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency. Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation from people who can speak to their academic experiences, qualifications and potential.

Domestic applicants: USD 13,327 a year (2026-27). Arizona resident tuition. Tuition only for the graduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loads Source

International applicants: USD 24,780 a year (2026-27). International tuition. Tuition only for the graduate on-campus (Tempe/Downtown Phoenix/Polytechnic/West Valley) rate band in the ASU tuition estimator, 2026-27: Fall 2026 plus Spring 2027 term tuition summed (full-time flat rate; part-time credit loads ar Source

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer; the terms available for each programme are listed in Degree Search.

Graduate application deadlines are set by each programme office and listed in Degree Search; the application opens almost a year before the start term. The nonrefundable application fee is $75 for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, DACA and international online students outside the U.S., and $120 for international students on a nonimmigrant visa studying in the U.S. Apply with ASU's graduate application (Law applicants use the law college's site); GRE/GMAT requirements vary by programme.

Apply through the official page: https://admission.asu.edu/apply/graduate/admission

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