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Biomedical Engineering at St. Mary’s

At St. Mary’s University, we lead the way in preparing the next generation of biomedical researchers to meet challenges head-on and pave the way for medical field advancements. Beginning Fall 2026, pending SACSCOC approval*, the new Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering equips students with the technical, professional and ethical skills needed to solve complex biomedical problems and develop solutions that address public health.

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Program of Study

The curriculum emphasizes hands-on laboratory work, design projects and collaborative team experiences. By merging engineering and applied sciences, the program provides students with a rigorous foundation in engineering, mathematics and the life sciences, preparing them to address challenges at the intersection of technology and human health.

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  • Degree Plan

    The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering is a 128-credit-hour program. Students choose one of three concentrations and complete a senior design capstone project and a supervised internship before graduating.

    Concentrations

    • Bioinformatics and Data Science
    • Bioinstrumentation and Medical Devices
    • Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering

  • Courses

    • Biomedical Imaging and Instrumentation
    • Compatibility and Immune Response to Medical Devices
    • FDA Regulation and Product Development
    • Frontiers in Biotechnology
    • Fundamentals of Biomedical Engineering
    • Tissue and Cellular Engineering
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  • Combined Degree Program

    Students in the Biomedical Engineering program can earn a combined Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering and Master of Science in Medical Genomics through the St. Mary’s Combined Degree Program, allowing them to begin earning graduate-level credits during their senior year, while saving money and time.

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$106,954
Median annual earnings for Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
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+7.63
Expected growth in employment demand for Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers over the next 10 years
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11-to-1
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What can I do with a degree in Biomedical Engineering?

Career Opportunities

Biomedical Engineers have diverse career opportunities in the health care industry, as well as the option to pursue medical school. Graduates can work as designers and researchers in fields such as:

  • Biotechnology
  • Defense health care systems
  • Health care technology
  • Medical device design
  • Medical research
  • Rehabilitation technology
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Outside the Classroom

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Student Organizations and Clubs

Students can join a variety of STEM clubs and organizations, including the St. Mary’s Health Occupations Students of America.

STEM clubs and organizations
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Science Living Community

Students majoring in any science — from Physics to Computer Science, Biology to Engineering — can join the Science Living Community. Members live together and can participate in a variety of programs throughout the year.

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