Graduate studies
Apply your engineering expertise to the mechanisms of life with a biomedical engineering graduate degree. We offer both M.S. and Ph.D. programs with multiple tracks to choose from – and are ranked among the best graduate programs in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.
You will learn to meld engineering and technology with medicine and biomedical sciences with access to a variety of specializations from biomedical imaging systems to artificial organs and more.
Biomedical engineering graduate program is top-ranked by U.S. News & World Report.
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Estimate the cost to attend using the VCU cost calculator. Tuition and fees vary based on a student’s residency status with the state of Virginia.
International applicants
VCU Global Education Office (GEO) has a team of immigration advisors to assist prospective and current international students with questions related to visas, housing and more.
Master's degree programs
M.S in Biomedical Engineering
Apply your engineering expertise to the mechanisms of life with a master’s degree in biomedical engineering. Learn to meld engineering and technology with medicine and biomedical sciences with access to a variety of specializations from biomedical imaging systems to artificial organs and more.
Rehabilitation engineering concentration
The Master of Science in Engineering with a concentration in rehabilitation engineering you'll help develop emerging technologies like: assistive devices for communication, information access, mobility and cognitive activities; rehabilitation devices and therapies; and sensory, motor and cognitive prostheses.
Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine concentration
The Master of Science in Engineering with a concentration in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine will have you studying the molecular, cellular and biochemical aspects of the body and learn to apply engineering principles to the design and development of solutions to diverse engineering challenges.
Doctoral degree programs
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in biomedical engineering prepares students to to advance healthcare and biomedicine through strong foundations in science, engineering, and life sciences; while fostering teamwork, communication and lifelong learning.
M.D./Ph.D. dual degree program
The M.D./Ph.D. dual degree program in Biomedical Engineering combines medical and engineering training to prepare students for careers as independent physician-scientists.