PhD in Biomedical Engineering
The UMass Biomedical Engineering (BME) PhD program offers graduate students an opportunity to engage in cutting edge research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, and biomedicine. We work in close collaboration with colleagues in the Institute for Applied Life Sciences (IALS) and the UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester.
Research labs in the BME department cover the following broadly defined areas:
- Bioinstrumentation, sensors, and computation
- Biomechanics and multiscale physiology
- Biomaterials and therapeutic delivery
To apply to the BME PhD program, a Master's degree is not required. Prospective students with a Bachelor's degree in BME or a related field can apply directly to the BME PhD program. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to contact core or adjunct faculty members in BME to identify a primary research advisor before applying to the PhD program.
Benefits list
Customize your curriculum
Tailor your studies based on your interests and aspirations.
Our faculty and students work in a highly collaborative, diverse, and interdisciplinary environment to acquire expertise spanning the design, synthesis, characterization, modeling, and integration of materials and materials systems.
UMass Chan Medical School collaboration
Collaborate with faculty and peers at the UMass Chan Medical School located in Worcester, Massachusetts.
GRE optional
Although GRE scores aren't required on applications, you may still submit them if you wish.
Featured faculty
S. Thai Thayumanavan
Distinguished Professor, Biomedical Engineering
Distinguished Professor, Chemistry
Director, Center for Bioactive Delivery
Polymer self-assembly, responsive materials and their use in diverse applications including therapeutic delivery, sensing, and diagnostics
Joyita Dutta
Adjunct, Electrical and Computer Engineering
Graduate Program Director, Biomedical Engineering
Develops signal processing and deep learning techniques for biomedical applications, including Alzheimer’s neuroimaging and personal health monitoring.
Application information & deadlines
Applications are considered on a rolling basis, but applying by the deadline ensures full consideration for fellowships and sufficient time for visa processing, if applicable.
Fall Application
Spring Application
Please contact the BME department or faculty you are interested in working with.
Biomedical Engineering
From biomechanics to health care delivery, biomedical engineering students at UMass Amherst are revolutionizing the future of human health—and you can, too.