Program Overview

Medical Engineering

The University of South Florida offers a highly interdisciplinary program in Medical Engineering, combining engineering and medical sciences.

Graduate Program

Master's of Science in Biomedical Engineering (MSBE)

The Master's of Science in Biomedical Engineering (MSBE) is a graduate program that draws on courses from engineering, medicine, public health, and the life sciences. Students work with an advisor to develop a graduate major that suits their interests and career goals.

Active Areas of Research

Active areas of research in the MSBE program include:

• Biomedical imaging and bioelectronics
• Cell and tissue engineering
• Molecular medicine and drug delivery
• Neuroengineering and rehabilitation engineering

Participating Institutions

In addition to USF Health, participating institutions in the MSBE program include:

• James Haley Veterans Administration Hospital
• Florida Orthopedics Institute
• Tampa General Hospital

Admissions Information

Requirements for Admission

To be admitted to the MSBE program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher
• GRE with preferred minimum scores:
  • Quantitative > 75%
  • Verbal > 50%
  • Analytical Writing 4 or better
• An undergraduate Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science
• TOEFL 550 (paper-based total) for international students or 213 (computer-based total)
• Two (2) letters of recommendation
• A statement of purpose
• CV/Resume
• Applicants from countries where English is not the official language must demonstrate proficiency in English

Exceptional Cases

Exceptionally qualified students with bachelor's degrees in other disciplines may be admitted into the BME M.S. major on a case-by-case evaluation of their credentials.

Program Details

The Graduate Catalog is the definitive source of curriculum and requirements for USF students. Please refer to the catalog for full degree program details and policies for the Biomedical Engineering major.