About Neuroscience
Develop the knowledge and skills essential for evaluating the complex relationships between the brain and human/animal behavior.
You will learn and test foundational and contemporary theories through scientific reasoning, laboratory experiences, and independent research. Upon completion, you can pursue professional degrees in health-related fields, advanced degrees in neuroscience, and entry-level careers in mental health services or biomedical research.
Program Highlights:
- 94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
- Challenging, immersive learning for a competitive edge
- Faculty-guided research experiences
- Course-embedded tutoring
- 1:1 personalized advising from a faculty mentor all four years
- Ideal location for the study of life sciences
Available Degrees
Careers in neuroscience
Viterbo graduates go on to become
- Clinical Research Technician
- Clinical Laboratory Technologist
- Research Technologist
- Science Teacher
- Assistant Professor of Cognitive Engineering
- Behavioral Health Counselor
- Senior Scientist
94% acceptance rate into professional and graduate schools
100% of Students Engage in Research with Faculty
1:1 Personalized Advising from a Faculty Mentor All Four Years
Why study this program at Viterbo?
Prepared, Confident, and Competitive
Faculty-guided research experiences, course-embedded tutoring, and challenging, immersive learning prepare you for graduate studies and give you a competitive edge beyond Viterbo.
Engaged Faculty
Work closely with faculty in class and research while receiving personalized guidance and support toward your next step.
Ideal location for the study of life science
Neuroscience majors benefit from our location in La Crosse, with opportunities to connect with leading health care systems like Emplify Health and Mayo Clinic Health System for internships, job shadowing, and employment.
Faculty
Ready to get started?
