Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical engineering encompasses the areas of biological, physiological, medical and social systems, as well as other fields in which the design, development or modification of complex, knowledge-intensive systems is a requirement.

Biomedical engineers will also learn about biodevices, pharmaceuticals, biomechanics and bioinformatics while developing analytical and creative-thinking skills.

• Official transcripts are required for each of the most recent three (3) years of schooling and must list all courses attended and grades obtained. If the transcripts are not in English, send the original transcript with English translations. In order for transcripts to be considered official, they must be sent directly to Binghamton by a school officer:

  • Electronically through the application;
  • By email to [email protected] (Note: must be sent from a school email domain); or
  • By mail to Binghamton University Office of Undergraduate Admissions, P.O. Box 6001, Binghamton, NY 13902-6001

Biomedical engineers can pursue advanced degrees in biomedical engineering, business, law and medicine. Others enter the workforce in fields like food, environmental and rehabilitation engineering, or at research institutions. A popular career field among biomedical engineers is healthcare, as it includes fascinating careers that work with pharmaceuticals, medical devices, artificial organs, prosthetics, medical instrumentation and medical imaging.

An international applicant is someone who is not a U.S. citizen and who currently holds or will obtain an F or J Visa to study in the United States as a first-year or transfer student.

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