Major · CIP 26.15

Neurobiology and Neurosciences

747 international students graduated in Neurobiology and Neurosciences in the 2024–25 academic year. 390 four-year schools offer it.

STEM-designated · OPT up to 36 monthsSciences & Mathematics
747
International graduates, 2024–25
499 bachelor's · 87 master's · 150 doctoral
36 months
OPT after graduation
390
Four-year schools that offer it
3
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Occupations related to Neurobiology and Neurosciences

Annual openings and 10-year change: BLS projections 2025-35. Median pay: BLS, May 2025. LCA filings: Apr 2025–Mar 2026.

OccupationAnnual openings10-yr changeMedian payLCA filings
Medical Scientists, except EpidemiologistsSOC 19-1042 · Usually needs more education10,500 openings a year · 5,410 LCA filings10,500+12.6%$103,4105,410
Physician AssistantsSOC 29-1071 · Usually needs more education11,500 openings a year · 58 LCA filings11,500+21.1%$135,88058
Biological TechniciansSOC 19-40219,400 openings a year · 934 LCA filings9,400+7.4%$57,510934

College teaching in this field: Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary · usually requires a doctorate

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Sources: IPEDS Completions 2024–25 (U.S. Department of Education) · DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List · BLS OEWS, May 2025 · BLS Employment Projections 2025-35 · U.S. Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, Apr 2025–Mar 2026. Methodology