Biomedical
Engineering
Innovate Healthcare, Transform Lives
The University of Cincinnati’s Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering (BME) combines engineering principles with medical innovation to improve healthcare outcomes. Through a practical, interdisciplinary approach, students learn to design medical solutions, improve diagnostics, and enhance patient care.
Ready to Impact Healthcare?
Why Biomedical Engineering at UC?
Interdisciplinary Excellence
BME students at UC benefit from unique collaborations with top-ranked healthcare institutions that are next to campus, like Cincinnati Children's Hospital and UC’s College of Medicine, gaining exceptional research and clinical exposure.
Real-World Experience Through Co-op
UC’s renowned cooperative education (co-op) model provides:
- Five semesters of paid, full-time industry experience
- Average BME co-op earnings of $60,000
- Extensive connections with healthcare and tech companies
Companies hiring UC BME co-op students include:
- AtriCure
- Johnson & Johnson MedTech
- Thermo Fisher Scientific Cook Medical
- Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
- Enable Injections
Biomedical Engineering Career Possibilities
Biomedical engineers are leading the charge in advancing healthcare technologies. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of biomedical engineers is projected to grow 5% from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. With a median annual wage of $99,550, this field offers both purpose and potential in industries spanning medicine, research, and device innovation.
Student Life & Organizations
Enhance your academic journey through active involvement in groups like Enable Cincy.
Accelerate Your Education with ACCEND
Through UC’s ACCEND program, students can concurrently earn bachelor's and master's degrees in just five years, enhancing career prospects and opportunities at undergraduate tuition rates.
Combining biomedical engineering with human-centered design at UC gave me practical skills and insights into how research translates to industry innovations.
Jonathan Raj BME and ACCEND Program Graduate
Research and Lab Opportunities
Participate in cutting-edge research labs, including:
- Biomedical Acoustics Lab
- Bioresponsive Materials Lab
- Emission Tomography Imaging Lab
- Ultrasound Research Laboratory
- Vascular Tissue and Cellular Engineering Lab