Overview
The Bioengineering program at University of Kansas provides knowledge breadth in engineering and the biological sciences and knowledge depth in the student’s area of research interest. The program offers the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in bioengineering and the M.D./Ph.D. combined degree in conjunction with the KU School of Medicine. Students have access to innovative research and educational facilities on KU’s Lawrence and KU Medical Center campuses.
The student selects from 6 tracks:
The student, in consultation with his or her advisor and advisory committee, develops a Plan of Study and a research program to satisfy degree requirements.
The program’s goals are:
- To give students an in-depth understanding of mathematics, engineering principles, physics, chemistry, physiology, and modern biology.
- To train students to apply basic sciences to biological problems using engineering principles.
- To train students to do bioengineering research and solve problems related to the design and development of diagnostic and therapeutic technologies that improve human health.
- To train students to apply bioengineering research to commercially viable technologies.
Programme Structure
The M.S. program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours* beyond the B.S. to meet degree requirements.
- Core Courses (6 hours)
- Track Courses (18 hours) Students must complete the depth, breadth, and elective courses required in the chosen track (see the program's website for track requirements).
- Research (6 hours)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Bio & Biomedical Engineering General Engineering & Technology View 382 other Masters in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Statement of Academic Objectives
- CV or Resume
- Official Transcripts
- 3 Letters of Recommendation-Letters should be on professional letterhead and include the name of the person providing the recommendation.
- GRE Scores
- English Proficiency Scores (if English is not your first language)
Tuition Fee
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International
18473 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18473 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
18473 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18473 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
8002 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8002 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Lawrence
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Financing
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Funding
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