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PhD Biomedical Engineering at University of Rochester

University of Rochester, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Biomedical Engineering prepares students for research, academia or industry, with research across more than 40 labs and clinical settings at the University of Rochester Medical Center.

Faculty: Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences  |  Department: Department of Biomedical Engineering  |  Duration: 4 or more years  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

Years 1-2 are mostly coursework (advanced biomedical engineering, engineering, biology, statistics) with three lab rotations, a preliminary exam after year one, a qualifying exam (written proposal and oral presentation), then thesis research and oral defense, typically in year four. All PhD students serve as a teaching assistant for two semesters.

Career pathways

Research, academia or industry; URBEST offers internships and externships for non-academic careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Biomedical Engineering MS and PhD: bachelor's degree in engineering, applied physics or a related technical field (applicants without that background may need extra coursework); minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0/4.0; GRE optional; three letters; statement of purpose of one to three pages; transcripts; resume/CV; English proficiency for non-native speakers (TOEFL 105 internet-based, 620 paper or 260 computer; IELTS 7.2), lower scores considered but strongly weighed. Fee $70. PhD application due January 5 (fall start only).

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall

Duration: 4 or more years

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