Why Biomedical Engineering?

Dive into a dynamic curriculum that integrates engineering principles with biological systems to advance healthcare solutions. Our undergraduate programs allow you to specialize in areas such as:

  • Cellular, tissue, and regenerative engineering
  • Biomechanics and rehabilitation engineering
  • Biomedical instrumentation and imaging.

From day one, you'll thrive in a hands-on learning environment. You'll participate in medical and clinical rounds as early as your freshman year – learning key design and testing methodologies. Qualified seniors have the option to enroll in an accelerated master’s program, potentially earning a graduate degree in just one additional year.

Located in the culturally vibrant city of Richmond, VCU provides unique opportunities through close partnerships with renowned health organizations like VCU Health and the Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Hear from Karah Moore as she shares her experiences as a biomedical engineering major.

Biomedical engineering graduate program is top-ranked by U.S. News & World Report.

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Quick facts

$68,587

average post-graduation salary

87%

of students are employed or enrolled in graduate school within 6 months of graduation

$106,950

2024 median pay per year for bioengineers and biomedical engineers

86%

of students graduate having completed experiential learning

75%

of students participated in research

244

enrolled undergraduate students (Fall 2024)

14:1

student to faculty ratio

May 2024 First Destination Survey | VCU Institutional Research Data | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics