Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Systems Engineering
Advance Public Safety Through Biomedical Technologies
Explore the technologies and engineering systems transforming modern healthcare with Capitol Technology University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Systems Engineering. This program prepares you to design, analyze, and integrate advanced biomedical devices and healthcare technologies using systems engineering principles and multidisciplinary engineering methodologies. Through a rigorous curriculum grounded in mathematics, electronics, computing, and biomedical systems design, you’ll develop the technical expertise needed to create innovative medical technologies that improve patient care, safety, and healthcare outcomes.
What You’ll Learn
- Biomedical systems engineering principles and medical technology integration
- Biomedical instrumentation and physiological signal analysis
- Medical imaging systems and healthcare diagnostic technologies
- Embedded systems design for medical and healthcare applications
- Biomaterials, implantable medical devices, and rehabilitation technologies
- Signals and systems, circuits, and electronics for biomedical applications
- Microcontroller-based design and cyber-physical healthcare systems
- Systems engineering methodologies and computational modeling
- Medical device safety standards, regulatory requirements, and compliance principles
- Applied problem-solving through laboratory experiences and biomedical design projects
- Professional communication, teamwork, ethics, and leadership in healthcare technology environments
- Senior capstone design focused on real-world biomedical engineering challenges involving safety, performance, cost, and regulatory considerations
Whether your goal is to work in medical device engineering, biomedical instrumentation, healthcare automation, imaging technologies, rehabilitation systems, or advanced healthcare technology development, Capitol Tech’s Biomedical Systems Engineering program prepares you to graduate with the technical knowledge, systems-level perspective, and interdisciplinary problem-solving skills needed to lead in the rapidly evolving biomedical and healthcare industries.
Why Capitol?
Our location puts you in the heart of the action.
The Baltimore, Maryland/Washington D.C. area has one of the largest concentrations of high-tech companies, defense contractors, and government agencies in the United States, making it easier to find internships and high-paying jobs.
Our classes are taught by working professionals.
A field like software engineering is constantly evolving, which makes our faculty extremely valuable since many are experts in the field.
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Market Demand for Biomedical Systems Engineering Professionals
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of bioengineers and biomedical engineers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations, with about 1,300 openings for bioengineers and biomedical engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Growth is driven by healthcare and related sectors.
Degree Details
Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates are subject to change.
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (per semester,12–18 credits) | $13500 | $13635 |
| Per-credit Tuition (over 18 credits) | $1125 | $1125 |
| Student Activity Fee (resident) | $189 | $204 |
| Student Activity Fee (commuter) | $106 | $115 |
| Information Technology Fee (per semester) | $440 | $450 |
| International Student Fee (per semester) | $824 | $824 |
| International Student Application Fee | $50 | $50 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (per credit, on-campus, online, or independent study) | $869 | $875 |
| Student Activity Fee | $22 | $25 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (standard rate, per credit) | $455 | $460 |
| Tuition (partnership rate, per credit) | $360 | $375 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
| Fall 2025–Summer 2026 | Fall 2026–Summer 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (active duty, per credit) | $250 | $250 |
| Tuition (retired duty, per credit) | $769 | $769 |
| Information Technology Fee (per credit) | $45 | $55 |
- All full-time students who keep their student account current are promised their tuition will not increase more than 1% per year for four years.
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