4+1 Accelerated Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering
Our 4+1 BS/MS Program
UMass Amherst’s 4+1 Accelerated Masters in Biomedical Engineering builds research and technical depth in diagnostics, therapeutics, and medical device design.
The Accelerated MS program in Biomedical Engineering is open to all undergraduate students at UMass Amherst and Smith College who are majoring in an engineering discipline or a related field.
The program spans five research areas:
- Biomedical Imaging and Artificial Intelligence
- Biomedical devices, Biosensors, and Bioinstrumentation
- Biomaterials and Therapeutic Delivery
- Biomechanics and Multiscale Physiology
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
This program is typically completed in one year; however, students with a non-engineering background may require additional time to complete the program.
Students receive close faculty mentorship through either a professional-based or thesis-based MS pathway. All MS students have the option of completing an independent study with faculty.
Applications for Fall 2027 are due on January 15, 2027. For more information on the application process, please see How to Apply from the UMass Graduate School. For questions, please email bme-admissions [at] umass [dot] edu.
Benefits list
Easy Application Process
UMass Amherst undergraduate students benefit from a simplified application process. Engineering students with a 3.5 GPA qualify for fast-track admission to the program.
Accelerated MS BME: Thesis or Professional Track
Accelerated Masters students can choose between the Thesis Track or the Professional Track. Thesis MS students supplement their coursework with hands-on research experience in BME labs. Professional track MS students will focus on core and elective coursework that best fits their career interests
Transfer Credits to the MS Program
Students can transfer up to 12 credits of coursework taken during the undergraduate program to the Accelerated MS. Of these 12 credits, 6 credits may be double-counted for credit for the BS and MS degrees.
Application information & deadlines
Fall Admission Deadline
Biomedical Engineering
From bench to bedside, across imaging, materials, and devices, biomedical engineers close the distance between an idea and a cure. Come build with us.