Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 324300
- Phone: (412) 268-2000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
60.87%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
26FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$18,430Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Neuroscience Program
The neuroscience degree program at Cedar Crest College prepares students seeking a future in neurological fields, such as neurologists, neuroscientists, psychophysicist, and more. The neuroscience degree program instructs students in the scientific study of molecular, structural, physiologic, cognitive, and behavioral aspects of the brain and nervous system. Course focus includes instruction in brain science, molecular and cellular neuroscience, anatomy and physiology of the central nervous system, behavioral neuroscience, biology of neuropsychiatric disorders, and applications to the clinical sciences and biomedical engineering. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer neuroscience program.
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Cedar Crest College
Also known as Carnegie Mellon
5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
About
Cedar Crest College, located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is a women's college founded 1867. The school was founded to provide females the best educational opportunities, and has since expanded on that goal, preparing women to become leaders in their field. The school has historical ties to the United Church of Christ, though it is independent of the church in regards to school operations. Cedar Crest College is a private four year liberal arts institution that also provides graduate programs.
Academics
Cedar Crest College offers a variety of programs to fulfill the needs of its students and assist them in pursuing their academic and career goals. Through a liberal arts curriculum, students will be exposed to a variety of courses, though a majority will fulfill general education requirements and classes focused on their major. Students are encouraged to explore options and take on electives in order to broaden their academic horizons.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Cedar Crest COllege must submit an application for admission along with test scores, and high school transcripts, all of which will be reviewed in order to assess whether or not the student is right for the school. Once the review is completed a notification will be sent to the student. If accepted students will begin their education the following semester.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students must submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) the resulting information from which will be used to determine need eligibility and awards. Students may also be required to provide additional tax and financial information to ensure that they the students FAFSA is accurate prior to the disbursement of funds.
Students Enrolled in the Neuroscience Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cedar Crest College offers a bachelor's degree program in neuroscience.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 0 |
Female | 3 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 1 |
White | 1 |
Unknown | 1 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Neuroscience program at Carnegie Mellon, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Natural Sciences Managers
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Description
Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, molecular and cellular biologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.4% from 2014 to 2024
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Carnegie Mellon accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Cedar Crest College may offer services to students like:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Carnegie Mellon is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Pennsylvania Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball