An interdisciplinary program with 50 faculty members from 10 University departments, the neuroscience Ph.D. gives students a strong foundation across key areas of brain science, as well as advanced training in specialized subdisciplines.

Admissions cycles: Fall, Spring Application deadlines: Dec. 15, Sept. 15 Assistantship types available: Contact department Graduate directors: Michael Webster, Grant Mastick, Jim Kenyon

This program aims to develop the next generation of leading neuroscience academics and researchers. Students receive advanced, specialized training to develop their critical thinking and research skills in preparation for a wide range of possible career avenues, either in academia or the public or private sectors.

The program trains students to possess three key abilities:

Students tailor their curriculum to meet their research interests and professional goals. They may select from a diverse variety of courses within the program, including offerings in biology, computer science, electrical and biomedical engineering, microbiology and immunology, pharmacology, philosophy, psychiatry, psychology, physiology and more.

During the first two years of the program, students complete a track of foundation courses and research experience. They then specialize within a chosen subdiscipline for their research and training in subsequent years, culminating in their dissertation.

Program requirements include coursework in:

Possible elective course subjects include:

Neuroscience faculty members at the University of Nevada, Reno encourage the academic and professional development of students as independent researchers. Working closely with advisers and program directors, students develop a specialized, independent program of study in neuroscience research methodologies.

All applicants to the Integrative Neuroscience Graduate Program -- home to neuroscience Ph.D. -- must meet the admissions standards of the Graduate School. Additionally, they must also submit with their graduate application the following materials:

The program accepts applications each fall. The deadline for completed applications is Feb. 1.

Please contact the department.

You can apply now if you are ready to begin at the University. If you would like to learn more about the program, please contact:

Michael Webster, Ph.D. Professor of Psychology, Co-Director Neuroscience Graduate Program (775) 682-8691 mwebster@unr.edu

Grant Mastick, Ph.D. Professor, Co-Director Neuroscience Graduate Program, Co-Director Cell Biology Center for Biomedical Research Excellence (775) 784-6168 gmastick@unr.edu

Jim Kenyon, Ph.D. Professor, Co-Director Neuroscience Graduate Program (775) 682-8832 jlkenyon@medicine.nevada.edu

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Ph.D. in Neuroscience - University of Nevada, Reno