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Neurobiology and Neurosciences at The College of Wooster

Wooster, OH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $29,942/yr (-8% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Large (37,400 openings/yr)

ROI 1.8x earnings multiple

Ranked #83 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	$414K	$421K	$411K
Earnings Multiple	1.7x	1.8x	1.7x
Probability of Field Employment	53%	48%	35%
DegreeOutlook Score	20	20	20

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$238,200

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$103,064

57% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$23,250

9.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

At $29,942/yr, Neurobiology and Neurosciences graduates from The College of Wooster land near the $32,455 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

At 1.8x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 1% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Neurobiology and Neurosciences career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $23,250 against $29,942/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #83 ranking among 97 Neurobiology and Neurosciences programs places The College of Wooster in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About The College of Wooster

The College of Wooster accepts 54% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a smaller institution with 1,876 students in Wooster, OH. The average net cost of $103,064 over four years represents a 57% 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

What does a 20/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Neurobiology and Neurosciences at The College of Wooster?

At 20/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Neurobiology and Neurosciences programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Neurobiology and Neurosciences at The College of Wooster?

The 48% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

What do students actually pay for Neurobiology and Neurosciences at The College of Wooster?

The 57% gap between sticker price and net cost means most students pay far less than $238,200. At a net cost of $103,064, the earnings multiple improves substantially.

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