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    Biomedical Engineering Masters Online

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    West Lafayette, USMSOnline2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $43,770.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette is a 30-credit, 2-year, online MS program based in West Lafayette, US. Tuition is $43,770 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires 30 credit hours including biomedical engineering courses, quantitative/analytical courses, life sciences courses, regulatory affairs and professional skills courses, and electives. It focuses on areas such as biostatistics, biomedical signal processing, medical imaging, cell and tissue mechanics, biosensors, and regulatory compliance for biomedical devices.

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    US News: #2 (Online Master's Engineering Program)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Dec 12, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Minimum TOEFL scores required for non-native speakers of English: must meet or exceed each of the following internet-based test scores: writing-18; speaking-18; listening-14; reading-19; total-80
    IELTS
    required
    Min at least the following minimum IELTS scores: reading-6.5; listening-6.0; speaking-6.0; writing-5.5; overall band score-6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $16,200.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette is $43,770 across 30 required credits.
    Is Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette online or in-person?
    Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette take to complete?
    Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or equivalent (A=4.0)
    Is Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Biomedical Engineering Masters Online at Purdue University West Lafayette is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.