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Biomedical Engineering B.S.

My professors have really guided me in achieving my academic goals and developing my career goals.

Avery Callahan ’19, Biomedical Engineering

About the Biomedical Engineering Program

Students are empowered to apply principles from the physical sciences to solve complex life-science challenges, preparing them for impactful careers in biomedical engineering product development, medicine, and other fields addressing global healthcare needs. With small class sizes, dedicated and accessible faculty, and abundant opportunities for research and study abroad, students benefit from a supportive and engaging environment designed to foster both personal growth and professional success.

Degree Type
Major


Outcome
Bachelor of Science


Modality
In person


Career Path
Engineering
Health and Humann Services
Science and Mathematics
STEM
Technology, Data, AI
 

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  • Specialize your curriculum based on your desired career path—industry, research or pre-medicine.
  • Collaborate with faculty on research projects at the Syracuse BioInspired Institute, SUNY Upstate Medical University and the SUNY Institute for Human Performance.
  • Complete a culminating senior design project to apply your skills in a meaningful, hands-on experience before graduation.
  • Join any of the College of Engineering and Computer Science’s 20 clubs and student organizations.
  • Choose electives that prepare you to meet the Association of American Medical College’s entrance requirements if a career in medicine is your goal.
  • Earn a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering and an MBA from Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management through the five-year H. John Riley Dual Engineering/MBA Program.
  • Earn a master’s degree in biomedical engineering after successful completion of the bachelor’s degree through the combined B.S./M.S. Program.
  • Graduate and begin work at companies like Abbott, Baxter, Brainlab, Boston Scientific, Bristol Myers Squibb, Medtronic, Merck, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Stryker and many others.

This program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

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