Biomedical Engineering at San Diego State University
If you plan to study Biomedical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at San Diego State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
San Diego State University sits in San Diego, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 14 biomedical engineering graduations were recorded at San Diego State University.
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Studying Online at San Diego State University
Many students take online classes at San Diego State University. Among 41,137 students, 2,454 (6%) studied exclusively online and 21,435 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Biomedical Engineering Rankings at San Diego State University
These rankings give you a sense of how San Diego State University’s Biomedical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #11 of 18 |
| Best Value | California | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 23 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #43 of 170 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #51 of 171 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #11 of 18 |
| Best Value | California | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #13 of 23 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #43 of 170 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #51 of 171 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Biomedical Engineering graduates at San Diego State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Biomedical Engineering graduates at San Diego State University are 43% women (6) and 57% men (8).
Biomedical Engineering Master’s Program at San Diego State University
Of the 14 master’s biomedical engineering graduates at San Diego State University, 43% were women (6) and 57% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering master’s degree recipients at San Diego State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 64% of Biomedical Engineering master’s degree recipients at San Diego State University, higher than the national average of 32%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Biomedical Engineering Concentrations at San Diego State University
The Biomedical Engineering program at San Diego State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bioengineering | 14 |
Best-Paid Careers for Biomedical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering program at San Diego State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Biomedical Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | $121,651 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.