Neurobiology and Neurosciences at University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

UNH's neuroscience program punches well above its weight nationally, with graduates earning 25% more than the typical neuroscience bachelor's holder. At $39,573 in year one, students land in the 83rd percentile nationally—impressive for a program at a school with an 87% acceptance rate. More striking is the earnings trajectory: incomes jump nearly 50% to $58,871 by year four, suggesting graduates successfully transition into higher-paying roles or graduate programs.

The debt picture adds to the appeal. At $26,841, graduates owe significantly less than those at most comparable programs nationwide (8th percentile for debt), creating a manageable 0.68 debt-to-earnings ratio. Within New Hampshire, UNH performs competitively, essentially matching Dartmouth's outcomes at presumably a fraction of the cost for in-state students. The 60th percentile state ranking reflects limited in-state competition rather than weakness—there are only five neuroscience programs in New Hampshire.

For parents weighing a neuroscience degree, UNH offers genuine value: strong national outcomes, reasonable debt, and robust income growth that suggests graduates build marketable skills. The moderate sample size means these numbers reflect real program performance, not statistical noise. If your student is considering pre-med, research, or graduate school in neuroscience, this program delivers solid preparation without the debt burden that could complicate those next steps.