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PhD Neuroscience at University of Idaho

University of Idaho, United States

Programme overview

This interdisciplinary program integrates biological, cognitive and computational neuroscience to give you a strong academic foundation and hands-on research experience focused on understanding brain and spinal cord function. You’ll explore the full spectrum of the field, including the biology of the nervous system, the study of cognition and behavior and the use of mathematics and computer science to model and analyze neural processes.

Faculty: College of Science  |  Duration: 78 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Moscow, ID, United States

Career pathways

As a student, you’ll tailor your studies to your interests and career goals by specializing in neurobiology, cognitive neuroscience or computational neuroscience. Related occupations listed for this programme include Natural Sciences Managers; Clinical Research Coordinators; Bioinformatics Scientists; Molecular and Cellular Biologists; Geneticists; Biologists.

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Entry requirements

Education level: Bachelor's degree in a similar or related field from an accredited or recognized institution (earned or expected before the start of the graduate program) Transcripts for all post-secondary education will be required. Unofficial transcripts may be used for initial admission review. Official transcripts sent by the issuing institution(s) will be required if admitted.; GPA: 3.0 (Applicants with a lower undergraduate GPA who have relevant professional experience in the field, have already earned a graduate degree, or have completed graduate-level credits may still be considered for admission with approval from the academic program.); GRE: Not required; Letters of recommendation: Three; Statement of purpose; Other requirements: Indicate faculty members you would like to work with in your statement of purpose; Valid picture ID (required to verify students’ identity and will be kept confidential); English proficiency (for applicants whose education was completed in countries where English is not an official language). Accepted tests: TOEFL: 4.5, IELTS: 6.5, Duolingo: 115, PTE-A: 58 . (TOEFL 5.0 or equivalent required for teaching assistantship) Learn what qualifies as proof of English proficiency. Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Graduate priority dates for full consideration for admission and funding: fall Jan. 15, spring Sept. 1, summer Jan. 15. Programme-specific deadlines take precedence. The online application fee is $50 (non-refundable).

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

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