Neurobiology and Neurosciences at University of Chicago
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Chicago graduates earn $37k, placing them in the 73th percentile of all neurobiology and neurosciences bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Neurobiology and Neurosciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | $37,246 | — | — | — |
| Northwestern University | $35,334 | — | $16,948 | 0.48 |
| Augustana College | $34,069 | $40,940 | $26,002 | 0.76 |
| North Central College | $26,908 | — | $23,323 | 0.87 |
| Loyola University Chicago | $26,251 | — | $25,000 | 0.95 |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $26,074 | $55,298 | $17,562 | 0.67 |
| National Median | $31,687 | — | $22,936 | 0.72 |
Other Neurobiology and Neurosciences Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $35,334 | $16,948 |
| Augustana College Rock Island | $49,834 | $34,069 | $26,002 |
| North Central College Naperville | $44,394 | $26,908 | $23,323 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $26,251 | $25,000 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $26,074 | $17,562 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At University of Chicago, approximately 14% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.