A neuroscience student participates in research in an on-campus lab at Central Michigan University. A neuroscience student participates in research in an on-campus lab at Central Michigan University. A neuroscience student participates in research in an on-campus lab at Central Michigan University.

Neuroscience: Clinical Health
Major

Program Overview

As a neuroscientist you will come to understand the the entire nervous system and the impact of malfunction and diseases impact on system and behavior, from an interdisciplinary standpoint. Students receive a broad overview of the field followed by more specialized training in either Cellular and Molecular Biology or Clinical Health.

Program Snapshot

Program Type: Full-Time
Location: On Campus
Program Length: 4 years
Credit Hours: 54 - 65

Why This Program & What You'll Learn

Neuroscience is a rapidly growing field with the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicating that job growth will be much faster than average for other occupations. The training you receive at CMU will provide you with multiple different paths towards your career in neuroscience.

The Clinical Health Neuroscience concentration prepares students to pursue post-graduate careers in psychology or health professions.

Courses What Will Transfer Neuroscience department

Program Highlights

As a Neuroscience: Clinical Health student, you will:

  • Study at a Carnegie-classified doctoral research institution, which means we do advanced research in all aspects of Neuroscience.
  • Have the opportunity to collaborate on research with world class researchers across multiple fields.
  • Present your research at regional, national, and international meetings.
  • Perform research with faculty at CMU's Medical and other Health Profession schools.

Careers & Outcomes

CMU alumni from the Neuroscience program are currently pursuing graduate work in neuroscience research, psychology and health profession schools (e.g., Medical School, PA School, etc), and are working as research scientists for major corporations.

Career Projected Salary
Forensic Science Technician $69,260
Biological Technician $53,560
Clinical Laboratory Technician $57,800
Medical Scientist
$100,890
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologist $57,380
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