Admissions to the Bioengineering Graduate Program is granted to students who have a superior record of achievement in their previous studies and show strong potential to succeed in studies at the advanced level. Applicants normally have a Bachelors of Science degree or a Masters of Science degree in an engineering discipline, physical sciences (e.g. Chemistry, Physics, etc.), the life sciences (e.g. Biology, Biochemistry, etc.), or a closely related field. Highly qualified undergraduate students may apply for admission directly into our Ph.D. program after completing their B.S. degree.
In order to receive full consideration for fellowships and other awards, a complete application package should be submitted by the following deadlines:
Click here for detailed instructions on the application process.
The Bioengineering graduate admissions committee nominates applicants for University and School of Engineering scholarships and fellowships based on academic merit and other selection criteria, as specified by the fellowship selection committees.
The Bioengineering Graduate Program staff is happy to work with all prospective students in determining the fit between the student and the Program. In order to determine this, we feel that visiting our campus in Lawrence and the Medical Center campus in Kansas City is a very important step. In order to facilitate your visit to KU, there are two main options:
The first, and most preferred, option entails simply applying for Fall admission to the program. If you are admitted, it is highly likely that you will be invited to participate in Visitation Days in late February prior to the Fall semester of your intended matriculation. Your travel and most of your meals will be paid if you choose to participate in Visitation Days. This organized visitation opportunity will allow you time to gather a great deal of first-hand information which we hope will help you in making a final decision about whether to attend KU.
The second option is making arrangements to visit us on your own, outside of organized events. With early notification, we will do our best to work with you to provide information and schedule appointments with faculty when possible. Please contact us if you feel that this is the best option for you.
Please contact the Bioengineering Program Assistant, bioe@ku.edu or (785) 864-5258, with questions about the bioengineering application process.
