Biomedical Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
If you are interested in studying Biomedical Engineering, consider the program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is in Pittsburgh, PA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 157 biomedical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
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Online Class Availability at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. Of 35,724 students, 1,465 (4%) studied exclusively online and 6,044 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Biomedical Engineering Rankings at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Use these rankings to compare University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’s Biomedical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 34 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 171 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #137 of 170 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 34 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 171 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #137 of 170 |
Earnings for Biomedical Engineering Graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Students who complete University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’s Biomedical Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,633 |
| 2 years | $69,357 |
| 3 years | $75,113 |
| 4 years | $90,434 |
| 5 years | $100,258 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Biomedical Engineering graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus earn a median of $90,434, compared with $69,239 for all University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus graduates — about 31% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Biomedical Engineering graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Biomedical Engineering graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Biomedical Engineering graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus are 57% women (90) and 43% men (67).
Biomedical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Of the 102 bachelor’s biomedical engineering degrees awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 60% were women (61) and 40% were men (41).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 70 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 26% of Biomedical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, lower than the national average of 44%.*
Biomedical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Of the 32 master’s biomedical engineering degrees awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 56% were women (18) and 44% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 31% of Biomedical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, below the national average of 32%.*
Biomedical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Among the 18 doctoral biomedical engineering graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 61% were women (11) and 39% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Biomedical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Minority students account for 28% of Biomedical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, higher than 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 Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
This Biomedical Engineering program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bioengineering | 157 |
Top-Paying Careers for Biomedical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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