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Explore the Program

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Major in Behavioral Biology

From neuroscience labs to animal behavior to human sexuality, this interdisciplinary program allows students to explore many aspects of the biology of behavior.

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Research

Students are required to take advantage of the many opportunities to participate in research projects at Johns Hopkins.

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Student Opportunities

Find options for internships, summer research, gap years, and graduate school for behavioral biology students.

Upcoming Events

Winter Study Break

Ace your exams without losing your mind! Stop by the Behavioral Biology study session on the 4th floor of Dunning Hall. Get easy study tips, make origami, face masks, and […]

Commencement Celebration 2026

Save the date! We’re excited to honor our graduating students at this year’s Commencement Celebration. The event includes games and giveaways, faculty remarks highlighting each student, and cords for all […]

News & Announcements

PURA 2026 Recipient, Behavioral Biology Major!

HOUR (The Hopkins Office for Undergraduate Research) is proud to share the extraordinary undergraduate student majoring in Behavioral Biology who is part of the AY 2026 PURA Cohort. Aarushi Pant, 2026 […]

Summer STEM Symposium ~ Success!

A special thanks to Max Keller and URSCA for administrative programming and support! And to our JHU and JHMI Faculty Mentors and their labs. Undergraduate students presented their research to […]

Congratulations, 2025 Behavioral Biology Graduates!

Dear Graduates, The road ahead will have its share of obstacles, but you’re incredibly ambitious and strong enough to overcome anything that comes your way. Faculty and staff will miss […]