30 Master's Programs in Neuroscience in North America

Top universities for Neuroscience in North America

Ranked by how many neuroscience programs each one runs in North America — the count is next to the name.

• Washington University in St. Louis (3)
• University of Ottawa (2)
• Penn State University (2)
• California Institute of Technology (1)
• Creighton University (1)
• Dalhousie University (1)
• College of Staten Island (1)
• La Sierra University (1)
• Laval University, Quebec City (1)
• Georgetown University (1)

January intake in North America

4 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in Neuroscience — Worcester Polytechnic Institute · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Neuroscience — University of Missouri, Columbia · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Neuroscience - with thesis — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Neuroscience: Systems, Behavior and Plasticity MS — Temple University · starts Jan 2027

Masters (MS) in Neuroscience in North America: common questions

How many neuroscience programs are there in North America?

30 neuroscience masters programs at 26 universities in North America are open to international students, as of 11 October 2026.

How much does a neuroscience degree in North America cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in neuroscience in North America is 24,262 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 13,735 USD and 28,795 USD a year.

Can I study neuroscience in North America in English?

Yes — 100% of the neuroscience programs in North America in our catalog are taught in English (30 of 30).