Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Advance your career with Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering. Designed for professionals, this flexible program explores medical device design, tissue engineering, and computational modeling. Benefit from Purdue’s engineering excellence and innovative tools to solve healthcare challenges. Take the next step toward leadership in biomedical engineering with an interdisciplinary curriculum tailored to your goals.
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Advance your career with Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering. Designed for professionals, this flexible program explores medical device design, tissue engineering, and computational modeling. Benefit from Purdue’s engineering excellence and innovative tools to solve healthcare challenges. Take the next step toward leadership in biomedical engineering with an interdisciplinary curriculum tailored to your goals.
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering Overview
Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering (MSBME) is a flexible and academically rigorous program offered by Purdue’s award-winning College of Engineering, ranked #2 in the nation for best Online Master’s Degree Programs in Engineering by U.S. News & World Report (2025). Designed for professionals ready to lead in the interdisciplinary field of biomedical innovation, this program offers advanced coursework in areas such as medical device design, tissue engineering, biomechanics and computational modeling.
Students can further enhance their expertise with Purdue’s Regulatory Affairs and Regulatory Science for Medical Devices Graduate Certificate, gaining critical skills to navigate regulatory processes and bring innovative medical devices to market. Guided by industry-experienced faculty, the program prepares students to tackle real-world challenges and advance their careers in one of engineering’s most rapidly evolving industries.
Advanced Biomedical Engineering
Expertise Students will deepen their knowledge across core areas like medical device design, computational modeling, tissue engineering and biomechanics. The program integrates engineering principles with biological sciences, equipping students to tackle healthcare challenges through innovative and interdisciplinary solutions.
Real-World Application through Case Studies
Engage with practical, real-world case studies that explore the development of biomedical devices, diagnostic tools and advanced therapies. Students will apply what they learn to solve current healthcare problems and develop technologies that improve patient outcomes.
Expand Your Expertise with a Graduate Certificate
In addition to the master’s degree, students can earn Purdue’s Regulatory Affairs and Regulatory Science for Medical Devices Graduate Certificate, gaining specialized knowledge in regulatory processes to ensure the development of safe and effective medical devices. This additional credential equips graduates for leadership roles in regulatory science and compliance.
For many professionals, earning a master’s degree can provide a big return-on-investment. In addition to financial benefits like salary increases and promotions, master’s degrees also help professionals learn in-demand skills, which can improve their job prospects, help them pivot to a new industry, or help them stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.
Many employers value the advanced skills that master’s programs teach, and research shows that job candidates with master’s degrees have average salary increases from 25% to more than 75% in select fields. Ask your enrollment counselor for details on Purdue’s online master’s programs or learn more about the benefits of earning a master’s here.
Request Information
Plan Your Path
The cost of attending Purdue varies depending on where you choose to live, enrollment in a specific program or college, food and travel expenses, and other variables. The Office of the Bursar website shows estimated costs for the current aid year for students by semester and academic year. These amounts are used in determining a student’s estimated eligibility for financial aid. You can also use our tuition calculator to estimate tuition costs.
More information on courses and faculty can be found at the program website.
Degree Required Courses
The MSBME program requires a total of 30 credit hours. Student are required to take courses in the following areas to ensure a well-rounded education.
- Biomedical Engineering Selective Courses – 6 Credit Hours Required
- Quantitative/Analytical Courses – 3 Credit Hours Required
- Life Sciences Courses – 3 Credit Hours
- Regulatory Affairs and Professional Skills – 12 Credit Hours
- Elective Course – 6 Credit Hours
Admissions Requirements
- Applicants must hold an accredited bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area (Engineering, Life Science, or Technology)
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent (A=4.0). A strong foundation in Mathematics is required for success in an engineering curriculum. If your bachelor’s degree is a non-ABET accredited engineering degree (or international equivalent), we require that you have taken Calculus I and Calculus II (MA 16500 and MA 16600 at Purdue) and highly encourage a Differential Equations and/or Linear Algebra course (MA26600 and/or MA 26500 at Purdue) at the undergraduate level.
- 2 Statements of Purpose
- 3 Recommenders
- Official Transcripts
- Resume
Source: LightcastTM (2025). Unique job postings for July 2024-25. Projected growth for years 2019-2029.
Top Job Titles
Biomedical engineering prepares professionals for leadership and technical roles that bridge engineering innovation with healthcare applications. These include Engineering Managers, Project Engineers, and Directors of Engineering, each overseeing the development and implementation of medical technologies. Additionally, Chief Engineers and Engineering Program Managers guide complex projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive the successful delivery of biomedical solutions that improve patient care and clinical outcomes.
Top Industries
Several major industries offer strong career opportunities for professionals in biomedical engineering. These include Engineering Services and Search Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, both of which rely on advanced engineering expertise to support the development of complex medical and technical systems. Additionally, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools play a key role in education, research, and the advancement of biomedical engineering innovation.
Purdue’s online Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering opens door to a new career for program’s first graduate
Hannah Taggart earned her bachelor’s degree in engineering science and mechanics with plans for a career in engineering, but life happened. Her husband’s career as a Marine Corps Officer kept them moving station to station and she had four daughters along the way. She was also able to find time for a master’s degree in teaching and taught high school math as the family moved around every few years. But while she enjoyed teaching, engineering was her passion and she felt it calling to her.
Ready to Become a Boilermaker?
Contact Us
You are not alone in taking your next giant leap.
Get your questions answered, receive application help, or plan your degree journey by speaking with an enrollment counselor. Request more information today by filling out this form to connect with a Purdue University enrollment counselor and receive additional program materials.
Ready to become a Purdue Boilermaker?
Are you ready to join the Purdue innovators and changemakers always striving to make giant leaps forward in our industries and fields? Start your application today!