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Top-Ranked Graduate Education

The Department of Biomedical Engineering in the top-ranked Cockrell School of Engineering offers one of the most robust graduate engineering educations in the nation. We offer opportunities for students to grow and build interdisciplinary knowledge in areas of regenerative medicine, cellular and biomolecular biomechanics, computational simulation, imaging technologies and more. Start your application today or keep browsing to learn more about the Texas BME experience.

100%

Of Ph.D. Students Are Fully Funded

#17

Graduate Biomedical Engineering Program in the U.S.
U.S. News and World Report

2k+

Alumni Worldwide

Texas biomedical engineering students doing hook 'em horns with professorTexas engineering professor Mia Markey looking at computer with graduate student

 

Top 5 Reasons to Get Your Texas Biomedical Engineering Degree

number 1

Outstanding Faculty

Among our faculty are 17 American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering fellows, four American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellows, four National Academy of Inventors fellows and several members of the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine.

number 2

Full Financial Support

Texas BME offers full financial support for Ph.D. candidates with a competitive stipend, paid tuition and health insurance.

number 3

Superior Facilities and Equipment

Our students have access to premiere lab facilities, research centers and equipment, including the most powerful academic super computer in the U.S. 

number 4

Dell Medical School

Many Texas BME professors are also faculty members in the Dell Medical School, one of the first medical schools in decades to be built from the ground up at a Tier 1 research university. We collaborate with physicians and DMS researchers in areas such as cancer, pediatrics, modeling and many others.

number 5

One of the Nation’s Best Cities

Austin is consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live in. We boast a sunny, temperate climate year-round, a robust music, arts and culture scene, natural beauty built directly into the city, and a welcoming open-minded spirit. As a major technology hub with a thriving economy and job market, what starts here changes the world.

Degree Options

Doctoral Program

Earn a doctoral degree using a custom learning plan to ensure expertise in innovative research frontiers; typically completed in five to six years. A master's degree is not required to apply for the doctoral program.

MD/M.S. Dual Degree Program

In collaboration with Dell Medical School, we offer a dual master's degree specifically designed for current medical students; typically completed in three to four years.

B.S./M.S. Integrated Program

Earn a bachelor's degree and master's degree at an accelerated pace; typically completed in five years.

Areas of Study

There are eight research areas spanning biomedical engineering. However, the interests and research of students and faculty may overlap with more than one track. Additionally, Texas BME offers unique interdisciplinary education programs in Computational Medicine and Imaging Science.

  • Biomaterials
  • Biosensors and Instrumentation
  • Cell and Tissue Engineering
  • Computational Biomedical Engineering
  • Drug Discovery and Delivery
  • Imaging and Image-Guided Interventions
  • Multiscale Biophysics and Biomechanics
  • Neuroengineering

 

Ultrasound Imaging Engineer Susan Burrell

"I love the idea of spreading knowledge."

For Susan Burrell, the innovative research and welcoming environment in Texas BME made the Cockrell School of Engineering the place to be.

Watch the full interview on Youtube

Ready to Apply?

Application for admission to the Graduate School is a multi-step process. The deadline for Texas BME graduate school applications is December 1st.

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Need More Information? Contact:
Texas biomedical engineering staff, Jenny Kondo

Jenny Kondo

Graduate Program Administrator

bme-grad@engr.utexas.edu

Visit Us

Applicants who are offered admission will have the opportunity to visit our world-renowned faculty. To meet with a faculty member outside of a scheduled event, contact them directly.