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Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Behavior (STEM)

Study Group - Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton Campus

USA,Florida

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 17,324/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

May 2025

Apply Date

USA, Florida

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1961

Total Students: 30,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

777 Glades Road Boca Raton, FL 33431

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Behavior (STEM)

Program Overview

The brain arguably represents the only object on earth with complexity that is greater than the sum of its parts. Neuroscience incorporates diverse aspects of science including biology, psychology, chemistry, physics, computer science and medicine. Furthermore, our understanding of the brain influences nearly all aspects of society ranging from art, to criminal justice to health care. The Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience and Behavior, provides comprehensive training in the foundations of modern neuroscience. Graduates from this program are prepared for diverse careers including medical school or other health care related fields, graduate school, clinical counseling and education.

The Neuroscience and Behavior undergraduate degree is jointly administered by the Department of Psychology and the Department of Biological Sciences. The degree provides undergraduate preparation for students interested in pursuing graduate degrees in all areas of neuroscience and/or behavioral biology, or in pursuing professional degrees. A minimum of 120 total credits (including degree and university mandated courses) is required.

This degree program provides unique research opportunities and expert instruction to give you tools for changing the ways you see and interact with your world you won't find at any other campus. In addition to course work, qualified students have the opportunity to partake in world-class neuroscience research via Directed Independent Study or special research courses at FAU campuses, or in collaboration with The Scripps Research Institute or Max Planck Florida Institute of Neuroscience.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

5 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
may 2024		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
may 2025		Open
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 17,324 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Study Group - Florida Atlantic University - Boca Raton Campus

CAD 15,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 490.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 55.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Undergraduate

Direct Admit –
Rest of South Asia / ELMEAP only
$500
Provider Study Group
Direct Admit
Up to $6,000
Provider Florida Atlantic
Summer/Fall Direct Admit –Application Required(1 April deadline)
President’s International: $6,000
Visit Scholarships & Funding | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu)
President’s International: $6,000
Visit Scholarships & Funding | Florida Atlantic University (fau.edu)
Provider Florida Atlantic

Graduate

Direct Admit –Rest of South Asia / ELMEAP only
$500
Provider Study Group

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.