Neuroscience at Rhodes College
Memphis, TN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Neurobiology and Neurosciences
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)
26
Optimistic
26
Base Case
25
Pessimistic
Earnings
$35,556/yr (10% vs median)
AI Risk
High (48% exposed)
Job Market
Large (37,400 openings/yr)
ROI
2.1x earnings multiple
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Neuroscience graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $448K | $452K | $434K |
| Earnings Multiple | 2.0x | 2.1x | 2.0x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 53% | 48% | 35% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 26 | 26 | 25 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition (Sticker)
$219,568
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,500
6.6 months of Year 1 earnings
About Rhodes College
Rhodes College's 50% acceptance rate reflects moderate selectivity, a compact campus enrolling 1,931 students in Memphis, TN. The average net cost of $100,240 over four years represents a 54% discount from published tuition.
See all programs and financial aid at Rhodes College →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 Rhodes College's Neuroscience program score?
This program scores 26/100 — on the lower end for Neuroscience. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
How vulnerable is Neuroscience to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' Neuroscience 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.
How affordable is Neuroscience at Rhodes College after financial aid?
Sticker price is $219,568, but the average net cost is $100,240 — a 54% discount. For students who qualify for aid, this program is considerably more affordable than it appears.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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