Overview
This Neurobiology programme offered by Cornell University investigates the structure, function, and regulation of the nervous system across molecular, cellular, physiological, and behavioural levels. Research explores how neural systems operate, communicate, and respond to internal and external stimuli, drawing on diverse approaches within modern neuroscience. Doctoral candidates conduct original research that advances understanding of neural mechanisms and their biological significance.
Key Facts
The programme combines specialised research training, teaching experience, scholarly communication, and dissertation work. Students develop expertise in evaluating scientific literature, formulating innovative research questions, collecting and analysing original data, and interpreting findings within broader scientific contexts. Through independent investigation and engagement with the neuroscience community, doctoral candidates contribute new knowledge to the understanding of nervous system structure and function.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cellular Neurobiology
- Molecular Neurobiology
- Neuroanatomy
- Neurochemistry
- Neuropharmacology
- Neurophysiology
- Sensory Physiology
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 77
- IELTS: 7
General requirements
- Required Tests
- Recommendations
- Academic Statement of Purpose
- Personal Statement
- Transcript Requirements
- English Language Proficiency Requirement
- International Degree Equivalencies
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 29,209 AUD / year (≈ 20,800 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 29,209 AUD / year (≈ 20,800 USD / year)
- Domestic / In-State: 29,209 AUD / year (≈ 20,800 USD / year)
Living costs
Ithaca, United States
1,584-3,454 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Neurobiology.
Available Scholarships
- Cornell Grants — Provided by university, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Need-based, Cornell University, Ithaca, United States
- Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant — Provided by university, Grant, 7,395 USD, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based, Cornell University, Ithaca, United States
- Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF) — Independent provider, Grant, 72,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- Other Scholarships For Graduate Students — Independent provider, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- Graduate Education Scholarships (Both Directions) — Independent provider, Grant, 40,000 AUD, Deadline: 30 Sep 2026, Merit-based
- Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships For Overseas Studies — Independent provider, Grant, 300,000 HKD, Deadline: 30 Sep 2026
- Fulbright-Masaryk Award — Independent provider, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 01 Nov 2026
- Study Abroad Graduate Scholarships Of Jeollanam — Independent provider, Grant, 40,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Mar 2027
- Next 100 (Kitas 100) — Independent provider, Grant, 25,600 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Veterans’ Fund Indigenous Scholarships — Independent provider, Grant, 40,000 AUD, Deadline: 30 Sep 2026, Merit-based
- Thanks To Scandinavia Grants To Danish Students — Independent provider, Grant, 20,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Mar 2027
- The Fulbright Program — Independent provider, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- Baltic American Freedom Foundation Scholarships — Independent provider, Grant, 30,000 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- International Education Center's Study Abroad Programs — Independent provider, Grant, 30,000 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Hope for Humanity Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 10 Feb 2027, Merit-based
- The Marietta Blau Grant — Independent provider, Grant, 1,580 EUR, Deadline: Not specified
- The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 08 Feb 2027, Merit-based
- Hope For Addiction Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027, Merit-based
- The Crowder Law Firm Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Merit-based
- Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 30 Jan 2027
- Saving Smiles Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 02 Dec 2026, Merit-based
- Tatra Banka Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 5,000 EUR, Deadline: 30 Jun 2027
- Uplifting Communities Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,500 USD, Deadline: 28 Sep 2026, Merit-based
- Dedicated Volunteer Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 07 Dec 2026, Merit-based
- International Peace Scholarship Fund — Independent provider, Grant, 12,500 USD, Deadline: 15 Dec 2026, Need-based
- Don't Text and Drive Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 30 Sep 2026, Merit-based
- Building Bridges Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026, Merit-based
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- OAS Academic Scholarship Program — Independent provider, Grant, 10,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Merit-based
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider, Grant, 3,500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Monthly Scholarship Series — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: Anytime
- Fulbright Master's And PhD Grants - Türkiye — Independent provider, Grant, 50,000 USD, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Ruth Abernathy Presidential Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,250 USD, Deadline: 15 Oct 2026, Merit-based
- Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC Volunteer Service Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 2,500 USD, Deadline: 15 Dec 2026, Merit-based
- InclusiveSkies Foundation Bessie Coleman Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 2,500 USD, Deadline: 15 Jan 2027, Merit-based
- P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS) — Independent provider, Grant, 12,500 USD, Deadline: 15 Dec 2026
- The Higher Foundation Grant — Independent provider, Grant, 500 USD, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based
- Community Leaders Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 02 Feb 2027
- Philadelphia Medical Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. $1,000 Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Merit-based
- The Higher Foundation Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based
- Young Scholar's Award — Independent provider, Grant, 400 USD, Deadline: 15 Oct 2026
- College JumpStart Pay It Forward Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 30 Sep 2027, Merit-based
- The Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Amberscholar Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 6,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Jan 2027, Merit-based
- From Conflict to Growth Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 2,500 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026, Merit-based
- General Named Endowed Scholarships — Independent provider, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Young Legal Professionals Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 15 Feb 2027, Merit-based
- Providing Support to Young Entrepreneurs Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 2,500 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026, Merit-based
- Design Competition Awards — Independent provider, Grant, 125 USD, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027
- George Garrett Award — Independent provider, Grant, 2,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026, Merit-based
- Anidjar & Levine Community Service Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 2,500 USD, Deadline: 01 Oct 2026, Merit-based
- Auger & Auger Disabled Scholar Award — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Jul 2027
- The Haque Law Wings of Expression Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 3,000 USD, Deadline: 01 Apr 2027, Merit-based
- STEM Supplemental Award — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Military Family Background – “Life Opportunities & Hardships” Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 2,500 USD, Deadline: 01 Oct 2026, Merit-based
- Lehigh Valley Medical Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. Essay Competition – $500 Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 500 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Merit-based
- Aaliyah Lee Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026, Merit-based
- Keynote Emerging Artists of Promise (KEAP) Awards — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 15 Oct 2026
- Centro Legal Hispano de Las Vegas Drive Smart, Live Safe Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 2,500 USD, Deadline: 01 Apr 2027, Merit-based
- Gordon Hay Scholarship Fund — Independent provider, Grant, 10,000 USD, Deadline: 19 Mar 2027
- Staten Island Accident 2026 $1,000 Scholarship Essay Competition — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Merit-based
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026, Merit-based
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027, Merit-based
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider, Grant, 3,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Need-based
- Becas Fulbright - Ampliación De Estudios — Independent provider, Grant, 40,000 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria — Independent provider, Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Need-based
- CouponBirds "Help to Save" Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 3,000 USD, Deadline: 10 Oct 2026, Need-based
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant, 1,500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider, Grant, 12,000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Dec 2026
Language
English
- TOEFL iBT: 77
- IELTS: 7
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Ithaca, United States
Disciplines
- Neuroscience
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