Biomedical Engineering Degree

The biomedical engineering program at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center prepares students for careers in industrial, health care, academic, and government settings. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of biological and health systems. Program courses include: integrated biological systems, instrumentation, medical information systems, artificial organs and prostheses, and health management and care delivery. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer biomedical engineering degrees.

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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Also known as UT Southwestern

2600 S 1st St, Temple, TX

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is a public school that has a fair number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Dallas, TX, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled yearly at UTSWMC.

Students may pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Engineering

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $6,900 and out-of-state residents pay $20,000 per year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at www.utsouthwestern.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Biomedical Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UT Southwestern has offered the following programs for students:

• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Killeen-Temple, TX
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $62.52
  • Average Annual Salary: $130040

Biomedical Engineers

Description

Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, biomedical engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 23.1% from 2014 to 2024

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).