OpenFieldBachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Neurobiology (RISE Research Partner)
Hands-on neuroscience degree conducting direct research with retired pharmaceutical research directors in the RISE laboratories, studying neurodegenerative pathologies and synaptic plasticity.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school GPA 3.4+ with strong biology and chemistry coursework.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.5.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Common Application, high school transcript, and personal essay.
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Drew Action Scholars and RISE undergraduate laboratory stipends ($4,500/summer) plus merit scholarships up to $28,000/year
- Application fee
- $0 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $44,900 per year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Drew University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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