Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
at University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham

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Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
at
UAB
Overview

International students can pursue Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering at UG level at University of Alabama at Birmingham. The duration of the course at the university is 4 years. The course is among the top-ranked courses in the International students must meet the entry requirements such as complete academic qualification, a valid test score in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo to be eligible for the course. The University fees for international students for Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering is around USD 30,600 (INR 2,937,294) for first-year. Students must manage additional costs such as:

Rent
Hostel fees
Food, books
Supplies
Utilities, etc.

The average University of Alabama at Birmingham cost of living is USD 12,180 (INR 1,169,158).

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹29.61 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering

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Entry Requirements
Application Process
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Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
at
UAB
Fees

University of Alabama at Birmingham Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering fee structure includes first-year tuition fee that all the students have to pay. Apart from the tuition fee, the students also have to spend money on stay, food and other utilities, which comprises cost of living, which is USD 12,180 (INR 1,169,158). The total expense may vary, depending on the additional charges provided by the University of Alabama at Birmingham. The total first-year tuition fees of Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering are USD 30,600 (INR 2,937,294).

To know more about University of Alabama at Birmingham Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering fee breakup, check out the table below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 29,61,331
Application Fee	INR 3,871

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 11,78,726
Insurance	INR 3,13,940

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 96.77552 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 13ᵗʰ July 2026

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Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
at
UAB
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 2.75/4
Applicants must have passed a High School

Minimum overall GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 US grading scale based on UAB's evaluation of the secondary school transcript

Required Academic Units:

4 units of English

To include composition and literature

3 units of science

To include two courses with laboratory components

3 units of math

To include algebra I and II, geometry, pre-calculus or other college preparatory or advanced level senior math

3 units of social science

History, psychology, sociology, etc.

4 units of Additional Core Courses
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Marks - 77/120
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IELTS

Marks - 6/9
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Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
at
UAB
Application Process

Step one

Start your online application

https://www.uab.edu/admissions/apply

Step two

Application fees for this course

USD 40 = INR 3.85 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card, Debit card

University Offers the Blazer Flex Plan to students
Students can make payments in three installments over three (3) payment deadlines with the first deadline one week prior to the first day of the term
It will also include a $25 enrollment fee

Step three

Application deadline

Fall (Aug): 1st June

Spring (Jan): 1st Nov

Summer (May): 15th May

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
at
UAB
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#104	USA Ranking QS, 2026
#132	National University US News & World Report, 2026
#301	Universities ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
at
UAB
Placements

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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

20% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Fun loving

Internships3.6

Part time work3.2

Post study jobs3.4

Quality of faculty3.8

Student Life4

Value for money3.6

Public transportation2.2

Safety2.6

Indian Food3.2

Permanent Immigration3

Anonymous

Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2026

2.7

Life at UAB and their academic rules.

Tips: The University has a very strict Academic Integrity Code which means they have very strict plagiarism checks. The assignments are lengthy and they need to put in a genuine effort to get away with plagiarism. They have a 3 strike system. Even a 30-40% plagiarism you get a strike. The professors are getting very strict.

Likes (Permanent Immigration): There are a lot of options for students to find an accommodation. The university has an official WhatsApp group where students post about available accommodation and they can find them really quick. They are reliable sources and offer accommodation with a wide budget range.

Dislikes (Safety): Birmingham, Alabama is not very safe for international students. There are instances of shooting in the campus surroundings. There are a lot of people who might trouble you. Life around campus is better because the UAB Police is everywhere and they take good care.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1200

Prepping time for classes14 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024Read more

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Anonymous

Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2023

3.9

It is a challenging yet worthwhile experience.

Tips: Students should talk and engage with the professors as well as the alumni. Stay updated with the university and course credit requirements, and participate in community or club events as this will help ensure that your experience is smooth and fulfilling.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 7025

Prepping time for classes28 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024Read more

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Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2024

3.0

This university is good, as a mechanical student.

Tips: Studies and student life is very good at this university, but from time to time submission for assignments is necessary and we have a strict academic integrity code. The education is good and worth for money, we can enjoy our life here and at the same time, we have our own things to do in our studies.

Likes (Student Life): Here for students we have all the necessary facilities. As an international student, I have the freedom to utilize everything. Part times are not that much good because we have a lot of international students here so we cannot get jobs easily.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I am not planning to settle here. I will finish my master's and will do a job in India. I have a plan of finishing my master's and with my master's degree I need to earn a job in the top mechanical firm and need to lead my life with my parents in my own country. That's what I need in my future.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 606

Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2023Read more

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Master of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2024

3.5

Do not expect any fee waiver and very less scholarships

Tips: We cannot expect any scholarships or fee waivers even if we get admitted to on campus jobs. The students have to pay the full fee on their own. Whereas in other colleges they will reduce a certain amount of fee if they are serving the college in any way.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 777

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2023Read more

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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2023

3.2

Academically oriented university.

Tips: I did not feel any major cultural shift during my time here. As there are a lot of Indians around in the city and in college as well. There was no special support provided to foreign students but there are some Hindu communities though which help. The Indian communities here organize many events and activities.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 745

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2023Read more

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Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
at
UAB
Highlights

Biomedical Engineering (BME) is the application of engineering principles and problem-solving techniques to biology and medicine
BME knowledge and skills play important roles in modern healthcare - from diagnosis and analysis to treatment and recovery, and from the proliferation of implantable medical devices (such as pacemakers and artificial hips) to more futuristic technologies (such as stem cell engineering and 3D printing of biological organs)
Subdisciplines in BME include design and development of active and passive medical devices, orthopedic implants, medical imaging, biomedical signal processing, tissue and stem cell engineering, and clinical engineering, just to name a few
Students can choose to concentrate on three areas:
Biomaterials- the study of how synthetic or natural materials are used in constructing artificial organs and tissues as well as how devices or prostheses interact with living tissue
Tissue Engineering- the practice of combining scaffolds, cells, and biologically active molecules into functional tissues. The goal of tissue engineering is to assemble functional constructs that restore, maintain, or improve damaged tissues or whole organs
The BME undergraduate program prepares graduates to be immediately productive and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Students will study subjects like Engineering Graphics, Engineering in Biology, Bioinstrumentation, Biological Transport Phenomena, Living Systems Analysis and Biostatistics, Living Systems Analysis and Biostatistics Laboratory, etc
Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering undergraduate program will have:
Pursued opportunities for professional growth, development, and service