Contact:
Dr. Steve Simasko
Washington State University
Department of VCAPP/ Program in Neuroscience
PO Box 646520
Pullman, WA 99164-6520
Telephone:
(509) 335-0986
FAX: (509) 335-4650
E-Mail:
grad_neuro@vetmed.wsu.edu
WWW: http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/depts-vcapp/Neurosci/undergrad_NS.asp
Year Established:
1997
Total Number of Faculty:
49
Total Number of Students: 90
Total Number of Graduates in the Last Five Years: 54
Average Number of Years to Complete Program: 4
Program Description: The undergraduate Program in Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary program comprised of faculty in the colleges of Sciences, Liberal Arts, Agriculture & Home Economics, Veterinary Medicine, and the Honors College. The program is administered through the Department of Veterinary and Comparative Anatomy, Pharmacology and Physiology (VCAPP) in the College of Veterinary Medicine.
The Neuroscience faculty supervise undergraduate and graduate study leading to the Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees. The diversity of the undergraduate program is apparent by its multi-disciplinary curriculum and training in contemporary neuroscience. Majors are encouraged to become actively involved in the research of the faculty by joining lab groups with graduate and post-doctoral students and possibly co-authoring original research publications.
The neuroscience faculty include nationally and internationally noted scholars representing all areas of the sciences including Animal Science, Psychology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Zoophysiology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Neuropharmacology, Neurophysiology and Neuroendocrinology, as well as distinguished faculty from other disciplines such as Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, Engineering and Clinical Veterinary Medicine.
Students graduating with a degree in Neuroscience from WSU will typically advance to professional programs such as medical, veterinary, dental, or graduate school. However, a bachelor's degree also prepares students to enter the rapidly growing biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries where much research is devoted to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, AIDS, dementia, and multiple sclerosis, to name a few. In addition, the following careers are just a few of the opportunities open to our graduates (some careers may require more training)--medical doctor, laboratory technician, health specialist, fragrance researcher, physical therapist, K-12 science teacher, science sales representative, veterinary technician, veterinarian, dentist, technical writer, pharmacist assistant, pharmacist, medical technician, research assistant, scientific illustrator, pharmacy sales representative, and hygienist.
Admission Requirements: To be eligible for admission, candidates must meet general Washington State University requirements outlined in the Washington State University Catalog in effect at the time of their admission.
Undergraduate Applicants: In the second semester of the student's sophomore year, if the student is in good standing, and has met all the required core prerequisites, the student will be admitted to the program. Those students in good standing after their sophomore year, who have not completed the required core prerequisite courses, yet are capable of beginning the neuroscience core sequence, may be admitted to the program on a provisional basis pending completion of the prerequisites. The undergraduate Program in Neuroscience follows all equal opportunity guidelines when reviewing program admission requests.
How or Where to Apply:
For Undergraduate admission, contact
Office of Admissions
Washington State University
P.O. Box 641067
Pullman, WA 99164-1067
(509) 335-5586
or apply on-line at: http://www.wsu.edu/admissions/
Annual Tuition and Fees Costs:
Estimated 2004-2005 Yearly Expenses
| Undergraduate Students | ||
| Direct Costs | Resident | Non-Resident |
| Tuition* | $ 5,146 | $ 13,564 |
| Room and Board | $ 6,034 | $ 6,034 |
| Indirect Costs | ||
| Books/Required Fees | $ 920 | $ 920 |
| Transportation/Misc Expenses | $15,144 | $ 23,530 |
| TOTALS | $ 15,144 | $ 23,530 |
* Based on attendance for two semesters
Approximate Cost of Living Per Year: Undergraduate students, see tuition and fees above.
Day-Care Facilities Availability and Costs Per Month: Day care, preschool and after school child care is available both on and off campus. Costs are based on the child's age and the number of hours and days a child attends the facility. An average cost is approximately $12 to $27 per day.
Housing Availability and Costs Per Year: A variety of affordable hosing is available off campus as well as on campus in single and multiple apartment units, in graduate student residence halls, and in family student quarters. Rents are slightly below the national average, averaging $250-$500 per month, depending on size and quality of the accommodations.
Financial Assistance: A wide variety of scholarships and federal assistance programs are available. Students wishing to apply for financial aid to attend WSU must submit the federal form called the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). These applications are available from all colleges and universities, public high schools, and public libraries. Be sure to list WSU as a school to receive your data. WSU's Title IV Code is 003800. Your application must be received by the Federal Processing Center by March 1 to be considered an on-time applicant. Please allow 7-10 days for mail time.
How if Necessary to Apply: Undergraduate students should call the Office of Student Financial Aid, Lighty Student Services Building, Room 380, P.O. Box 641068, Pullman, WA 99164-1068, (509) 335-9711.
Last revised April 2006
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