Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering
University of Missouri - Kansas City
- Kansas City, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A 120-credit on-campus engineering degree focused on assistive and medical technology.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Biomedical Engineering. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Biomaterials
- Biomedical device design
- Data science
- Health care
- Prosthetics and orthotics
- Wearable technology
Curriculum
- 120 credits: a liberal arts core
- Then 10 foundational biomedical engineering courses and six electives drawing on computer
- Electrical and mechanical engineering. Labs use 3D printing
- Bioprinting and electronics. A freshman capstone introduces the design process
- A senior capstone is run with a clinical or industry partner.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school graduation with transcripts (line-by-line English translations) and statement of purpose
- core GPA 2.75 with 17 core units for automatic admission
- ACT/SAT optional
- transfer students submit all prior transcripts. Programme-specific entry standards may apply.
Minimum GPA
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Secondary School Diploma
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and deadlines. Apply online and pay the 75 USD application fee. Upload transcripts with line-by-line English translations
- a statement of purpose
- English test scores and passport
- plus a bank statement and Affidavit of Support. Receive the admission decision and I-20. Apply for the F-1 student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $38,961 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Volker Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Science and Engineering |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 127 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | UMKC offers merit-based international F-1 awards for eligible bachelor and master students, including Chancellor, Provost, Dean and Global Scholar awards that reduce the nonresident tuition differential. Professional-school exclusions apply. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left
Scholarships
UMKC offers merit-based international F-1 awards for eligible bachelor and master students, including Chancellor, Provost, Dean and Global Scholar awards that reduce the nonresident tuition differential. Professional-school exclusions apply.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $38,961 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The estimated living cost is $10,485 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.75. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.
UMKC offers merit-based international F-1 awards for eligible bachelor and master students, including Chancellor, Provost, Dean and Global Scholar awards that reduce the nonresident tuition differential. Professional-school exclusions apply.