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Neurobiology and Neurosciences at Loyola University Chicago

Chicago, IL · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $26,251/yr (-19% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Large (37,400 openings/yr)

ROI 1.9x earnings multiple

Ranked #92 of 97 Neurobiology and Neurosciences programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Neurobiology and Neurosciences graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$391K	$401K	$396K
Earnings Multiple	1.9x	1.9x	1.9x
Probability of Field Employment	53%	48%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	18	17	18

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$206,864

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$140,784

32% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,000

11.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

Loyola University Chicago's Neurobiology and Neurosciences graduates start at $26,251/yr, trailing the $32,455 national average by 19%. The program's value hinges on affordability.

An earnings multiple of 1.9x means the program roughly breaks even in financial terms over ten years. Non-financial factors need to justify the investment.

AI risk is moderate — 48% task exposure — and the -1% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $25,000 debt-to-$26,251 income ratio translates to about 11 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #92 out of 97 programs, Loyola University Chicago's financial outcomes for Neurobiology and Neurosciences trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

About Loyola University Chicago

A 81% acceptance rate means Loyola University Chicago is accessible to most applicants, enrolling 11,576 students in Chicago, IL. The average net cost of $140,784 over four years represents a 32% discount from published tuition.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Medical scientists, except epidemiologists $100,590/yr

Biological scientists, all other $93,330/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Loyola University Chicago's Neurobiology and Neurosciences program score?

This program scores 17/100 — on the lower end for Neurobiology and Neurosciences. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is Neurobiology and Neurosciences to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Neurobiology and Neurosciences careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 48% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Why are Neurobiology and Neurosciences earnings lower at Loyola University Chicago?

Lower starting pay at Loyola University Chicago may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →