Graduate Program

The Department of Bioengineering will encompass the use of biology as a new engineering paradigm and the application of engineering principles to medical problems and biological systems. The discipline will embrace biology as a new science base for engineering. We are seeking outstanding graduate students that are committed to the discipline of bioengineering.

The Bioengineering Department will accept applications for full-time study toward the degrees of M.S., Bioengineering and Ph.D. for the autumn quarter only. Applicants from colleges and universities of recognized standing who hold a U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent are eligible to apply for admission to graduate degree programs in Bioengineering. The competition for admission is keen, and is granted to students who exhibit an excellent academic record and exceptional research potential.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply electronically. To apply online, go to the Stanford Graduate Admission's page page and follow the step by step instructions. You will need to establish a user account and enter a credit card payment (Visa or Mastercard) or you may pay by check electronically through U.S. bank accounts.

The following items are included in the electronic application and must be submitted by the application deadline date:

• Completed application form
• Application fee
• Statement of purpose
• Supplemental information forms (GPA calculation, fields of specialization, personal information)

See more details information on the Admissions page.