Neuroscience

Admission requirements:

• Most students accepted into the NEU MS program have BS or BA degree in a life science related field, although individuals with strong backgrounds in related disciplines (in particular physics, engineering, mathematics) may also be strong candidates. Research experience in the life sciences is not required but will be considered as a positive indicator that may mitigate a deficiency in the academic record.
• Pre-requisites: Most successful candidates have completed college level courses in physics, mathematics, organic and inorganic chemistry and advanced biology. It is recommended that students will have undergraduate neuroscience coursework. However, students accepted into the program without a pre-requisite may be asked to take the appropriate course(s) prior to undertaking specific graduate level courses.
• GRE: The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required for admission, although a strong performance on this exam can be a positive indicator.

• Personal Statement: Describe your interest in neurobiology. In which area(s) would you like to focus for your thesis research? What do you propose to do with your advanced degree, professionally? Discuss briefly any research experience that you\xc2\x92ve had outside the classroom.

• Letter of recommendation: Three letters of recommendation from people who can evaluate the applicant\'s potential for graduate work and independent research.