Frequently Asked Questions » Department of Neuroscience » College of Medicine

When are applications due to the Online Neuroscience Certificate Program?

Applications must be complete by June 1 to begin August/Fall.
Applications submitted after June 1 must be for Fall of the following year.
Application review can take several weeks to months before final decisions can be sent to applicants. They are reviewed by the Department of Neuroscience Admissions Committee, UF College of Medicine, UF Admissions Office, and UF Graduate School.

Are applications accepted for the Spring or Summer?

Are there prerequisites for admission?

Applicants must complete a BA/BS degree and have at least a 3.0 cumulative undergraduate GPA prior to the start of the term to which they are applying.
Strong applicants will have previous coursework in biology, chemistry, psychology / neuroscience and/or will have demonstrated professional experience in a neuroscience-related field.

How long does the program take?

3-4 semesters depending on your course load each semester. Some courses require prerequisites that are offered only once per year or only fall/spring.

Are the courses asynchronous?

Yes, they are asynchronous. All courses have assignments that are due at specific times during the semester. Times are based on Eastern Standard time. Students requesting a Zoom conference will meet with instructors synchronously.

Can courses completed in the Certificate be transferred into the Masters?

A maximum of 15 credits completed with a grade of B or better can be transferred into the online Masters in Neuroscience.
Some courses completed with a grade of B or better can be transferred into the in-person Masters of Science in Medical Sciences: Neuroscience with the approval your faculty mentor and the Program Director. Transfer of courses will not reduce/substitute lab and other course time required to complete the program.

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You can also email the Academic Coordinator, Melissa Naidu.