Program Overview

UH-Extend Biomedical Online Master's Program

The Online Programs — UH Extend engineering programs are designed to serve the needs of a broad range of students, including recent graduates as well as mid-career engineering and technical professionals who are seeking high-quality graduate education and credentials.

Highlights

• All of the Online Programs — UH Extend Master's and Certificate programs consist of the same rigorous curriculum and coursework as traditional face-to-face programs at UH, and are taught by the same faculty.
• The only difference is in the mode of instruction, which is fully online.
• Competitive and cost-effective tuition: all available engineering programs under Online Programs — UH Extend have a tuition of $745 per credit-hour, with no additional fees.
• A 30 credit-hour engineering Master's degree under Online Programs — UH Extend costs a total of $22,350.
• A 9-hour graduate Certificate program costs $6,705.

Who Should Apply?

Admission requirements vary by program. Most programs require:

1. Math background consisting of three semesters of Calculus, Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra.
2. College-level Chemistry and Physics.
3. An undergraduate Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). While a background in a related engineering area is preferred, students in broader STEM fields are welcome to apply and may be offered provisional admission consisting of a select group of leveling and introductory Master's courses.

Application Requirements

1. Transcripts of all prior college education.
2. A summary of professional and relevant experience.
3. Resume/CV.
4. Statement of Purpose.
5. A supporting letter from the current employer is recommended.
6. 1 Letter of Recommendation.
7. (Optional) Recommended GRE: (Current scale) Q-159, V-150 (Prior scale) Q-750, V-450.
8. TOEFL or IELTS is required for international students only.

Application Deadlines

• Fall semester admission deadline: July 1.
• Spring semester admission deadline: December 1.
• Summer semester admission deadline: April 1 (not all programs have a summer admission option).

Graduate Program

Overview

The Graduate Program in Biomedical Engineering offers a range of degree plans and research areas.

Degree Plans

• Master's degree: 30 credit-hours.
• Certificate program: 9 credit-hours.

Graduate Handbook

The Graduate Handbook provides detailed information on program requirements, policies, and procedures.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to qualified students.

Graduate Tuition Fellowship

Graduate Tuition Fellowship is available to qualified students.

Forms

Various forms are available for download.

Alumni

Information on alumni is available.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions are answered.