Biomedical Engineering Specialization

Master of Engineering (M.E.) ONLINE

More Information

For online education and registration questions:

Jenny Hannifin
Continuing Education
(970) 491-2665
jhannifin@learn.colostate.edu

For admission or advising questions:

Brett Eppich Beal
Biomedical Engineering
(970) 491-7077
brett.beal@colostate.edu

Career Opportunities

The online Master of Engineering Degree in Biomedical Engineering will open doors to advance your career. You will learn about cutting edge technologies from faculty on the forefront of biomedical research. This advanced training in biomedical engineering will update your skills and knowledge improving your daily work practices as well as yielding advancement opportunities.

Biomedical Engineering was named by CNNMoney.com as one of the top 15 most lucrative college degrees in 2009. This is according to the average starting offers for graduates with this degree.

You will be prepared to meet the rapidly growing need for biomedical engineers, with advanced training, who use their expertise in engineering, biology, and medicine. As a biomedical engineer student you will develop and apply cross-disciplinary skills to solve complex problems and improve health care technology from diagnostics to treatment.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the number of bioengineering jobs is expected to grow 31.4% by 2010. This shows that the opportunities in this field are abundant and this graduate degree can help you reach your personal and career goals.

Who Should Earn This Degree

This online degree is perfect for individuals pursuing professional development opportunities in the engineering, medical, or veterinary fields as well as in research laboratories.

Degree at a Glance

Delivery

Online. On-campus attendance is not required to complete this program.

Total Credits

30 credits

Tuition

$520 per credit
(financial aid available)

Time Frame

Program duration may vary based on previous course work, intensity of study, and course availability. Summer courses are not required.

Designed For

Individuals pursuing professions or professional development opportunities in the engineering, medical or veterinary fields as well as in research laboratories.

What You Will Earn

You will earn the same regionally accredited Colorado State University degree that a student on the Fort Collins campus is awarded. Your diploma and transcript are identical to those given to on-campus students.