Biomedical Engineering, B.S.

Prerequisites & Recommended Preparation

• High school algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus/advanced mathematics
• Foundation in physics, chemistry, and biology
• Foundation in basic computer literacy and problem-solving skills
• Applied Statistics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Application Requirements

• Online application
• Official High School Transcripts / Academic Records
• Standardized Test Scores (Optional)
• Resume / Extracurricular Activities Summary
• Personal Essay / Statement of Purpose
• Letters of Recommendation
• English Language Proficiency Testing (where applicable)
• Application fee

Tuition for the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters varies for NYU students based on their major or program, the school or college they are matriculated in, their admit term and the number of credit hours taken.

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Affordability and financial aid support are a University-wide priority. We are committed to keeping education accessible through merit- and need-based financial aid, internal and external scholarships, appeal support, global study funding, and specialized awards.

Explore our Financial Aid and Scholarships page to learn more about these opportunities.

Prospective Students

For questions about the application process, application status or to talk to an admissions counselor:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
NYU Tandon School of Engineering
admissions@nyu.edu
212-998-4500

Accepted and Enrolled Students

For questions about the curriculum or courses:

Department of Biomedical Engineering
NYU Tandon School of Engineering
370 Jay Street, 9th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201
bme@nyu.edu
646-997-3600

For advising questions:

Undergraduate Academic Advising Center
General B.M.E. Advising
tandon.advising@nyu.edu

Four Humanities and Social Sciences Elective (HUSS) courses satisfying Tandon requirements (3000/4000 level, Advanced Seminar, Ethics)

All undergraduate Tandon students are required to take at least 1 ethics class:

Three biomedical engineering electives from the list below:

Five free electives

This typical course schedule provides guidance to students as to how they would normally be expected to complete the degree requirements. Students should be sure to consult their Academic Advisor before selecting courses for a given semester as prerequisites and course offering patterns are the primary considerations affecting registration.

To earn a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, students must complete 128 credits to graduate from the School of Engineering with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering.

Students enrolled full-time typically complete the program in 8 semesters (4 academic years).

Fall Semester

• November 1: Early Decision I
• January 1: Early Decision II
• January 5: Regular Decision

• Online application
• Official High School Transcripts / Academic Records
• Standardized Test Scores (Optional)
• Resume / Extracurricular Activities Summary
• Personal Essay / Statement of Purpose
• Letters of Recommendation
• English Language Proficiency Testing (where applicable)
• Application fee

NYU Tandon BME students have access to state-of-the-art facilities across campus, including specialized Biomedical Engineering research and teaching laboratories, the NYU MakerSpace, and collaborative research centers connected with the NYU Grossman School of Medicine.