School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences

The nine departments in the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences range from psychology and physics to anthropology and archaeology. All of them have a strong common ground: They maintain a rigorous investigation into the nature of human life. Many of our distinguished faculty will extend to you the opportunity to become important members of their research team, adding to the excitement of your learning experience.

Go Far. Go to Brooklyn.

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No.1

Ethnically Diverse Campus for 5th Year

U.S. News & World Report, 2022

Best Bang for the Buck

Best Value College

Forbes, 2021-2023

NO.1

PUBLIC LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE IN NYC

Academic Influence

No.5

Nationwide for Social Mobility

CollegeNET, Inc.

NO.13

MOST ECONOMIC MOBILITY IN THE U.S.

The Third Way

Get Real Business Experience

The Koppelman Experience is our commitment to continuous improvement: to greater engagement with our stakeholders, to innovation across all our programs, and impact on the world at large. And as a business student at Brooklyn College, you’ll be a vital part of the success of this exceptional business education.

Engagement

You’ll be a part of a vast network of connected entities, through outreach in our local community, partnerships with corporations, and collaborations with other institutions of higher education.

Innovation

We bring a creative approach to business, through experimentation with ideas and sheer determination to bring our innovative discoveries to life.

Impact

You’ll have a broader perspective in the classroom through high quality and meaningful research, preparing you for success as a business professional as you contribute to the betterment of society.

Engagement

You’ll be a part of a vast network of connected entities, through outreach in our local community, partnerships with corporations, and collaborations with other institutions of higher education.

Innovation

We bring a creative approach to business, through experimentation with ideas and sheer determination to bring our innovative discoveries to life.

Impact

You’ll have a broader perspective in the classroom through high quality and meaningful research, preparing you for success as a business professional as you contribute to the betterment of society.

Go Further

There’s no limit to how far you can go.

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Facilities, Programs, and Centers

The activities supported by these entities are designed to have an impact on our stakeholders and provide our students with real-world experience.

Brooklyn College Cancer Center
Science and Resilience Institute at Jamaica Bay
Aquatic Research and Environmental Assessment Center
Center for Achievement in Science Education
BC Academic Enrichment Program
Urban Soils Lab
Food Lab

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All In for Your Success

While you’re here to focus on your education, we’ll be here to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to achieve your academic, professional, and life goals. With a vast array of offerings, including career services, financial aid, guidance and counseling, and health and wellness, you’ll find a campus full of people and resources to support you every step of the way.

Student Support

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Internships and Employers

Through job fairs, the internship database, and internship panels, the Magner Career Center gives School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences students access to career opportunities at a wide variety of employers, including:

  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
  • City University of New York
  • Coney Island Hospital
  • Fordham Tremont Community Mental Health Center
  • Institute for Family Health
  • Institute for Human Identity
  • New York City Department of Education
  • New York City Department of Environmental Protection
  • New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
  • New York Methodist Hospital
  • North American Youth Parliament for Water
  • Princeton University
  • Prospect Park Zoo
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office
  • Weill Cornell School of Medicine

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Academic Resources

Our campus at Brooklyn College is built with all the resources you’ll need to succeed in your education.

Academic advising

To help you find your way.

Research Opportunities

To help you dig deeper.

Library Resources

To help you discover more.

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Student Resources

Student Career Services

Contact Information

School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
2131 Ingersoll Hall
P: 718.951.3170
F: 718.951.4210

Peter Tolias

Dean
E: DeanofNBS@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Sophia Suarez

Faculty Associate to the Dean
Associate Professor of Physics
E: SNSuarez@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Crystal Schloss-Allen

Administrative Executive Associate to the Dean
E: CSchloss@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Tamara Harris

COA Secretary
E: THarris@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Brooklyn. All in.