PhD Neuroscience at University of Wyoming

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary, research-based PhD with a problem-oriented approach. Faculty come from veterinary science, zoology and physiology, and pharmacy. Training covers experimental techniques, analytic tools, scientific communication and writing, teaching and leadership.

Faculty: School of Graduate Education Interdisciplinary Programs | Department: Neuroscience Program | Study mode: full-time | Location: Laramie, WY, United States

What you will study

Research areas include chronic pain, sleep, epilepsy, addiction and synaptic plasticity. Students can serve as primary instructor for undergraduate classes and mentor undergraduates in faculty labs.

Career pathways

Research scientist, university professor or lecturer, pharmaceutical or biotech R&D specialist, clinical trial manager. Graduates have taken faculty posts at institutions including Ohio State and Columbia.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: USD 7,260 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Standard graduate block tuition band (30 credits), Wyoming resident. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source

International applicants: USD 21,340 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Standard graduate block tuition band, non-resident or international. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source

Graduate application deadlines vary by programme and are set by the academic department. Graduate admission requires a completed online application, a bachelor's degree or equivalent and a 3.000 cumulative GPA.

The application fee is $40 and non-refundable, paid when the application is submitted through the online application. ACT or SAT scores are not part of the admissions requirements.

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwyo.edu/admissions/apply.html

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