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What can I do in college to help pursue and prepare myself for a career neuropsychology?

I'm starting college in Fall of 2025 and want to gain some insight on how I can set myself up to excel in neuropsychology- the profession I plan on going into. What extracurricular work/experience would be recommended to do so?

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Good day,

To prepare for a career in neuropsychology, aside from majoring in biology and minoring in psychology or majoring in psychology and minoring in biology, I would suggest that you connect with your instructors early. Do not hesitate to let them know what you are interested in becoming. Finding a faculty mentor who can provide practical experience and experience on how to conduct research is important. If you are going to attend a school with a cognitive science lab or faculty interested in cognitive science, see if you can work in the lab or with the faculty member. If your institution does not have either, I ask that you please don't worry. Working with a faculty member in general and tailoring your research projects and papers around neuroscience will help. Also, learning to do research and think critically will go a long way.

I hope this helps. You will more than likely receive a lot of pointers. Make a list of the pointers and carry them with you. As you grow and learn about your field, and when you connect with your faculty mentor, you can adjust your list.

I wish you the best.
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