Biomedical Engineering at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you plan to study Biomedical Engineering, take a look at what University of Massachusetts-Amherst. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is located in Amherst, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 78 biomedical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Of 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) studied exclusively online and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Biomedical Engineering Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Biomedical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 10 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #8 of 21 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 171 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #118 of 170 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 10 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #8 of 21 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 171 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #118 of 170 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Biomedical Engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Biomedical Engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst are 53% women (41) and 47% men (37).
Biomedical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 74 bachelor’s biomedical engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 51% were women (38) and 49% were men (36).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 43 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Biomedical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, below the national average of 44%.*
Biomedical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 3 master’s biomedical engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Biomedical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 1 doctoral biomedical engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 University of Massachusetts-Amherst
The Biomedical Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bioengineering | 78 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biomedical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Biomedical Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst pursue many career paths. 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
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