Rebekah Awood, Graduate Program Coordinator

Phone: 313-593-5241

Pursue One of Engineering’s Most Exciting Fields

Student working in a labBioengineering is a field that gives you the opportunity to profoundly impact society by improving the quality of human life. Bioengineers do everything from designing and building artificial organs to creating more efficient drug development technologies. Our master’s program in bioengineering at UM-Dearborn provides the advanced training you need to excel in this rapidly growing field.

The 30-credit program combines online and on-campus courses. Most bioengineering courses are offered one night per week from 6 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

Research assistantships may be available to exceptionally qualified students who are not otherwise employed. Tuition scholarships are available for full-time graduate students.

The Student Handbook provides detailed information about the bioengineering master’s program.

Where an MSE in Bioengineering Will Take You

An advanced degree in bioengineering opens the door to a multitude of careers. High-tech start-ups, biomedical engineering firms, pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and laboratories are just a few examples of potential employers that will welcome your knowledge and skills.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and is meant to be averages across the United States in 2022. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$100,730 Median Salary

Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

Employment of bioengineers and biomedical engineers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 1,200 openings for bioengineers and biomedical engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$100,890 Median Salary

Medical Scientists (PhD usually required)

Employment of medical scientists is projected to grow 10 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 7,500 openings for medical scientists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$107,460 Median Salary

Biochemists and Biophysicists (PhD usually required)

Employment of biochemists and biophysicists is projected to grow 7 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 2,800 openings for biochemists and biophysicists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$100,090 Median Salary

Environmental Engineers

Employment of environmental engineers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 3,400 openings for environmental engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$112,100 Median Salary

Chemical Engineers

Employment of chemical engineers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 1,300 openings for chemical engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Program Details

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Tuition

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Application Deadline

This program operates on a rolling admission basis. It is advised to submit all documents by the advisory deadline to ensure consideration for your preferred term and to facilitate pre-term planning. Advisory deadlines differ for domestic and international students.

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Graduate Scholarships

Learn about scholarship opportunities for new and continuing graduate students.

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How to Get Involved

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You can get experience as a graduate student instructor or research assistant. You also can join the Biomedical Engineering Society, the Society of Women Engineers, other organizations aimed at students in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, or general student organizations devoted to a wide range of interests and topics. And be sure to attend seminars and workshops sponsored by the College of Engineering and Computer Science.

Next Steps

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