Tufts University - School of Engineering

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN

Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical Technology is Booming

More than ever before, companies are looking for engineers who understand the medical uses of diagnostic imaging instrumentation, biotechnology professionals with training in tissue engineering, and mechanical engineers who are well versed in biomaterials to design innovations such as artificial joints. When you graduate with a master’s from Tufts, you’ll be prepared to advance in the ever-changing field of biomedical engineering.

ENTRY TERMS:

  • Fall
  • Spring

APPLICATION DEADLINES:

  • Fall: March 15
  • Spring: September 15

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ENTRY TERMS:

  • Fall
  • Spring

APPLICATION DEADLINES:

  • Fall: March 15
  • Spring: September 15

For International Applicants

  • TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores are required, if applicable.
  • If admitted, confirm enrollment by April 15 for fall admission or December 1 for spring admission.
  • The Tufts International Center issues visa document forms and offers support.

GRE General Test scores not required for applicants who will have received a degree from a U.S. or Canadian institution by time of enrollment. GRE scores required for all other applicants.

A Global Community Welcomes You

With students who come from over 90 countries, resources for international students are available throughout Tufts. The Tufts International Center supports students and their dependents throughout their Tufts experience including assistance in visa processing, work authorization, and cultural acclimation. Special programs such as Thanksgiving programming, winter housing, and pairing with a local host are offered each year.

Choose Your Area of Study

The biomedical industry demands skilled professionals whose expertise can cross traditional boundaries of science and engineering. At Tufts, you’ll learn what you need to succeed through a highly interdisciplinary course of study—and you’ll focus on one of several biomedically relevant topics, including tissue engineering, biological delivery, or the interaction of biomaterials with mammalian tissues. Earn your master’s in biomedical engineering with a focus on any of these areas of study: 

  • Biomedical imaging: Help advance imaging technology used to scan tissue and organs in the human body, and improve the ability to assess medical conditions.
  • Biomaterials: Study the versatility of silk-based biopolymers, and explore their benefits in self-assembly, biomaterials engineering, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.
  • Drug delivery: Work to engineer technologies that transport therapeutic materials through the body, with applications in vaccines and cancer treatments.
  • Wearable sensing devices: Investigate sustainable materials used for high-technology applications, including identifying pollutants and pathogens or improving athletic performance.

$106,950

The average salary for a biomedical engineer in 2024*

*Source: bls.gov

98%

of Tufts School of Engineering graduates had secured employment or received a job offer at the time of graduation

125,000+

Join a network with 125,000+ Tufts University alumni

"In the master’s program, we currently have students with backgrounds in chemistry, biomedical engineering, pharmaceuticals, biology, material science, and chemical engineering. It’s a very diverse group that brings a variety of perspectives, experiences, and interests to the table."

– Professor Qiaobing Xu, Biomedical Engineering

Program Highlights

  • Small class sizes
  • Personalized path of study
  • Real-world projects and internship opportunities
  • Mentorship from professors at the top of their fields
  • Collaborative research that crosses disciplines
  • Five miles from the high-tech hub of Boston
  • One-on-one career advising and workshops
  • Extensive professional development training and resources

Graduate Cooperative Education (Co-Op) Program

Gain up to six months of full-time work experience, build your resume, and prepare for post-graduation employment through the School of Engineering’s Graduate Cooperative Education (Co-Op) Program. Apply the theoretical principles you have learned in your coursework to real-world engineering projects. This practical experience enhances your understanding of engineering concepts and prepares you for your future career.

Where Can You Go From Here? Anywhere You’d Like.

The field of biomedical engineering is rapidly growing and changing—and the demand for biomedical devices, solutions, and procedures is expected to increase as modern medical advances continue to astonish us and extend our lives.

As a biomedical engineer, you’ll work with scientists, medical researchers, and manufacturers to address a wide range of potential interventions for injuries, illnesses, physical disabilities, and more. Using what you learn at Tufts, you’ll combine engineering principles with medical and biological sciences to design and create equipment, computer systems, and software for health care.

Careers for graduates include:
  • Biomaterials developer
  • Manufacturing engineer
  • Independent consultant
  • Doctor
  • Biomedical scientist/researcher
  • Rehabilitation engineer
  • Medical technology engineer
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Discover Academic Excellence

Tufts University is one of the nation’s top research universities, earning a "tier 1" classification from the Carnegie Foundation and membership within the Association of American Universities (AAU). These honors recognize the university’s excellence in interdisciplinary research, education, and leadership. Located a subway ride away from the technology hubs of Boston and Cambridge, Tufts School of Engineering prepares students for success in the classroom, lab, and workplace.

The biomedical engineering program is distinguished by its opportunities to work closely with faculty every step of the way. Graduate students have the chance to collaborate with and learn from some of the most renowned experts in the country, all while seamlessly transitioning from graduate studies to a full-time career.
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About Tufts University

What do you get at Tufts? A rigorous engineering education in a unique environment that blends the intellectual and technological resources of a world-class research university with the strengths of a top-ranked liberal arts college.

At Tufts, you’ll work with world-renowned engineering faculty at the top of their disciplines. Combine classroom teaching and hands-on learning to earn a degree that will prepare you for success. Take advantage of Tufts’ dedicated career and networking resources, explore the Tufts campus just a few miles from the high-tech hubs of Boston and Cambridge, and get ready for the next step in your professional life.