• 120 credits
• $1,190 per credit hour
• Courses offered remote and on site
• Fall and Spring intakes
• Internship: completion of a senior-level brain or behavior-focused practicum in biology or psychology
• Marymount University is accredited by the Southern Assoc. of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

National Neuroscience Curriculum Initiative academic leaders include:

• Dr. David Ross, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and Associate Program Director of the Yale Adult Psychiatry Residency
• Dr. Adriane de la Cruz, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at University of Texas Southwestern
• Dr. Ashley Walker, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Residency Training Director at University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine
• Dr. Joseph J. Cooper, Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, Director of Undergraduate Medical Education in Psychiatry, and Co-Director of the Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry Fellowship at University of Illinois at Chicago

• Completed application submitted through the Marymount Application or Common App
• High school transcripts
• Letter(s) of recommendation (optional)
• Personal essay (optional, although highly encouraged)
• A résumé may be provided should an applicant have any gaps in enrollment
• Non-native English speakers must meet our English Language Proficiency Requirement
• Students or former students of schools outside the U.S. may be considered international applicants, regardless of citizenship or immigration status, and be subject to additional international admissions requirements

Marymount University does not consider SAT/ACT scores for admission or scholarship purposes.

BIO 262: Genetics
A study of the basic principles of inheritance from the classical studies of Mendel to current developments in molecular genetics. Students study the applications of genetic technologies to microorganisms, plants, and animals. The potential benefits of engineering and related ethical issues are discussed.

PSY 230: Psychological Disorders
A survey of major psychological disorders with an emphasis on methods of diagnosis and treatment.

NEU 310: Biological Basis of Perception and Movement
Perception and movement are fundamentally driven by biological processes. This course provides students with an understanding of the various systems and organs that play a role in the human ability to perceive the world and move through it. It builds upon Neuroscience Fundamentals to allow students to understand the impact of core neuroscience concepts.

NEU 410: Cognitive Neuroscience
The study of the biological process which underlies behavior, learning, thought, and experience. This course builds on students’ understanding of neuroscience and psychology to explore information processing, behavior, language, and more. Special attention is paid to the neurological factors which drive behavior and give rise to a range of disorders.

Complete list of required Neuroscience courses

With Marymount’s bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, you’ll be well suited to enter jobs in health care management, research, laboratory technology, law enforcement, health education, and technical writing. Many pursue graduate programs in counseling, therapy, and social work, and others pursue neuroscience, clinical psychology, or medical school to become physicians specializing in neurological or psychiatric care.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual salary for physicians and surgeons is $208,000.

Welcome to the School of Science, Mathematics & Engineering in the College of Sciences and Humanities at Marymount University. Our School is committed to your education. We have plans and programs that provide a wide range of opportunities, both in the area and abroad. Opportunities for you to be involved in research and service alongside our faculty make us unique and provide life-changing, hands-on experiences that can give you an edge as we help you achieve your goals. We have great plans for your future.

The School offers undergraduate degrees in Biochemistry (B.S.), Biology (B.S. and B.A.), Biomedical Engineering (B.S.), and Mechanical Engineering (B.S.). We also have a very strong Education program which will prepare you to teach high school biology or mathematics.

In addition to these majors, we have a wide range of minors to ensure your education is focused and tailored to your needs. These minors include Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Occupational Therapy, Pre-Ophthalmology, Pre-Osteopathic Medicine, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Physical Therapy, Pre-Physician Assistant, Pre-Podiatry, and Pre-Veterinary Medicine, as well as Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physical Science.

Our faculty are passionate about helping students succeed now and in the future. They will spend many hours with you to build your path to success through the sciences and mathematics, which can take you many places. Along the way, there will be many ways to explore and develop your career through internships, seminars, speakers, presentations, and research.  You will be able to sample and learn about the endless opportunities for your future. Our connections to industry and alumni experts will help you join like-minded individuals who can offer you advice through our mentor program.

Marymount’s proximity to Washington, D.C., provides students with many possibilities when fulfilling the program’s required internship for academic credit. Potential internship sites include renowned public and private research institutions, leading health care agencies and hospitals, and high-profile federal agencies such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

I am honored to be the Founding Director of a School that is grounded in excellence for education, research, and service. Please explore our website to learn more about our faculty, students, and staff, and our many initiatives that are shaping the future of science and mathematics worldwide.

Todd Rimkus, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology and Physical Sciences
Founding Director, School of Science, Mathematics & Engineering

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“The opportunity to create in-depth research project proposals that integrate various course topics has been inspiring. The program’s amazing professors, along with an online asynchronous format, offers fantastic flexibility to accommodate my schedule. I highly recommend this Neuroscience program for its empowering learning environment and invaluable support.” — Munir Escobar, Biology/Neuroscience B.S. candidate, Class of 2025, Marymount University