When applying to SLU, a student must specify whether they are interested in the M.S. track or the Ph.D. track. Ph.D. track students are typically supported during their first year through Graduate School Graduate Research Assistantships, allowing them time to choose a specific research advisor. In special cases, M.S. track students may also be supported by the department. To be eligible for University Fellowships, applications must be received by February 1. All applicants must complete a Classified Application.

Graduate Assistantships
Students funded by a Graduate School Graduate Research Assistantship (RA) in BME are expected to carry out research for a minimum of 20 hours of per week with their research mentor. In addition, students with RAs must remain in good academic standing and be enrolled in graduate coursework. Currently, RAs receive full time tuition, stipend and health benefits. While these benefits are specific for RAs through the Graduate School, similar benefits may be available through externally funded sources or the student's research advisor.

Master of Science Degree in Biomedical Engineering

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Prerequisites:
An undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field is recommended.

Required Courses:
BMEP500 Seminars
BMEP501 Current Topics I
BMEP502 Current Topics II
BMEP503 Current Topics III
BMEP504 Current Topics IV

Additional Requirements:
The Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering degree must include 30 credits of academic work. The Thesis Option (M.S.-Research) requires 24 credits of coursework and 6 credits of thesis research while the Project Option (M.S.) requires 27 course credits and 3 project research credits. A minimum of 15 credits of courses plus the research credits must be in BME. No more than 9 credits of 400-level courses may count toward the M.S. degree. The entire set of courses must constitute a coherent plan that is consistent with the expertise in the BME Department, the academic background of the student, and the career goals of the student.

Application Process:
To apply, you will need to fill out an application to the Graduate School. All applicants must complete a Classified Application.

Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Biomedical Engineering

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Prerequisites:
An undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field is recommended. For those applicants from other disciplines, a strong background in mathematics, science, and engineering is essential. While students typically move directly from a B.S. program to the Ph.D. program, students that have already completed an M.S. degree are also encouraged to apply.

Required Courses:
BMEP500 Seminars
BMEP501 Current Topics I
BMEP502 Current Topics II
BMEP503 Current Topics III
BMEP504 Current Topics IV

Additional Requirements:
The Ph.D. degree in BME requires a total of 48 credits of courses beyond the B.S., plus 12 credits of dissertation. Of the 48 credits, a maximum of nine credits may be at the 400 level; all others must be at the 500 or 600 level. Those students who earn an M.S. degree can include the M.S. course credits, but not the thesis credits, in the 48 credits for the Ph.D..

Application Process:
To apply, you will need to fill out an application to the Graduate School. All applicants must complete a Classified Application.