Master’s in Biomedical Engineering
Preparing Engineers for the MedTech Ecosystem
The Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering at GCU blends engineering rigor, clinical insight and entrepreneurial thinking. Designed for those eager to shape the future of MedTech, this program builds on a strong biomedical foundation while integrating hands-on projects, venture creation and immersive clinical experiences.
You will be taught to address field-based healthcare challenges with biology, physics, chemistry and engineering. Coursework emphasizes product design, medical technology innovation and ethical and regulatory considerations — helping prepare graduates for careers in biomedical research, device development and healthcare innovation.
Campus: $8,250 per semester [More Info]
Up to 12 credits or 1/3 of the total program requirements in transfer (whichever is less)
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Admission Requirements (Master's)
- Undergraduate Degree*
- 2.8+ GPA
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
- GMAT: 500
- GRE: 300 combined**
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).
Master's in BME: Innovation, Ethics and Opportunity
Graduate-level courses in biomedical engineering can help you develop specialized skills for careers in research, clinical innovation and medical technology. As a master’s student, you’ll have access to advanced labs at GCU — such as biomaterials, bioinstrumentation and medical imaging — to apply engineering principles in clinical and industrial settings. Our curriculum integrates ethical decision-making and a Christian worldview, while on-campus learning encourages meaningful interaction with faculty and peers, supported by collaborative spaces and campus resources.
"I’m very impressed with all that GCU has for engineering. They continue to surprise me. The equipment here, the courses here, the professors here — it definitely makes me glad I made the decision to come here."
"I’m very impressed with all that GCU has for engineering. They continue to surprise me. The equipment here, the courses here, the professors here — it definitely makes me glad I made the decision to come here."
Exploring Advanced Concepts in Biomedical Engineering
This master’s in BME program is designed for those ready to bridge engineering innovation with human health. Through a combination of advanced engineering concepts, clinical collaboration and ethical leadership, you’ll be introduced to the tools needed to design and develop solutions that meet practical healthcare needs. Rooted in faith and purpose, knowledgeable faculty guide you in analyzing how science, technology and compassion can intersect to improve patient care and medical outcomes.
Students in this program will engage with a variety of biomedical engineering concepts while discovering how to move ideas from concept to clinical application, including:
Hands-on medical device design
Collaborate in teams to design, prototype and test devices that address real clinical challenges.
Engineering for clinical impact
Translate user needs into functional designs that meet medical, safety and performance standards.
Understanding healthcare systems
Explore how policies, economics and financial decision-making influence innovation, accessibility and patient outcomes.
Integrating leadership, ethics and management
Develop organizational and servant leadership principles that promote integrity, accountability and effective decision-making.
Exploring cybersecurity in healthcare
Study foundational concepts of data protection and system security as they relate to medical technology and patient information.
Innovation through interdisciplinary projects
Partner with industry and clinical mentors to bring prototypes from concept to viable, industry-based applications.
Career Paths for Biomedical Engineering Master’s Graduates
Graduates may find opportunities to contribute to innovation in areas like medical devices, imaging technologies and regenerative therapies. Their work often involves applying advanced science to practical challenges in healthcare.
With a master’s in biomedical engineering, you may be prepared to pursue careers such as:
Biomedical engineer or bioengineer
Architectural and engineering manager
Median annual salary for biomedical engineers and bioengineers as of May 2024(See disclaimer 1)
Estimated job growth for biomedical engineers and bioengineers from 2024 to 2034(See disclaimer 2)
Earn Your Master’s in BME From an Accredited University
GCU has been institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968 and prioritizes academic quality across all our colleges and programs.
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Program Curriculum
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- The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers as of May 2024, retrieved September 2025. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as bioengineers and biomedical engineers, nor does it reflect the earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It is very unlikely that a median salary will reflect an entry-level salary. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc. against a pool of candidates.
- COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. Accordingly, data shown is effective August 2025, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers, retrieved September 2025.