Biomedical Engineering at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
What traits are you looking for in a school for Biomedical Engineering, take a look at what University of Massachusetts-Lowell. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Massachusetts-Lowell is in Lowell, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 66 biomedical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Distance learning is available at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Of 16,598 students, 5,089 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,937 (12%) took at least some classes online.
Biomedical Engineering Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Lowell’s Biomedical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #3 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #14 of 21 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #80 of 170 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #108 of 171 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #3 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #14 of 21 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #80 of 170 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #108 of 171 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #3 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #14 of 21 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #80 of 170 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #108 of 171 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biomedical Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Biomedical Engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Biomedical Engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Lowell are 50% women (33) and 50% men (33).
Biomedical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Among the 42 bachelor’s biomedical engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 45% were women (19) and 55% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 48% of Biomedical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, above the national average of 44%.*
Biomedical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Among the 20 master’s biomedical engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 55% were women (11) and 45% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 40% of Biomedical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, above the national average of 32%.*
Biomedical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Among the 4 doctoral biomedical engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Biomedical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, below the national average of 26%.*
*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-Lowell
This Biomedical Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bioengineering | 66 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biomedical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-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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