Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Biopsychology
Focuses on biological and psychological linkages, especially the linkages between biochemical and biophysical activity and the functioning of the central nervous system.
Where it can lead
Careers this field can lead to
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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists
- Median pay
- $103,410
- Hiring change through 2035
- 12.6%
- Job openings a year
- 10,500
To get hiredDoctoral or professional degree
Explore this career GrowingNatural Sciences Managers
- Median pay
- $167,220
- Hiring change through 2035
- 8.2%
- Job openings a year
- 9,200
To get hiredBachelor's degree
Explore this career GrowingBiological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
- Median pay
- $84,620
- Hiring change through 2035
- 7.3%
- Job openings a year
- 4,700
To get hiredDoctoral or professional degree
Explore this career Growing with the economyPsychology Teachers, Postsecondary
- Median pay
- $80,340
- Hiring change through 2035
- 4.0%
- Job openings a year
- 3,700
To get hiredDoctoral or professional degree
Explore this career ShrinkingSocial Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
- Median pay
- $101,110
- Hiring change through 2035
- −0.2%
- Job openings a year
- 2,700
To get hiredBachelor's degree
Explore this careerAll work is projected to grow 3.5% between 2025 and 2035; read every hiring-change figure against it.
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College options
Where to study it
Ordered by how many degrees each college awards in this field. Sort by any numbered column.
| College | Degrees a year | Admit rate | Average annual cost after aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tufts University MA | 64 | 10% | $15,000 |
| Simmons University MA | 28 | 66% | $22,000 |
| Liberty University VA | 7 | 99% | $27,000 |
| Thomas Jefferson University PA | 6 | 86% | $25,000 |
| Carnegie Mellon University PA | 5 | 11% | $14,000 |
| Rider University NJ | 4 | 79% | $22,000 |