This MS in Medical Device and Diagnostic Engineering program is designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed for the development of medical devices and diagnostic techniques, including aspects of medical product regulation and of product development. The course of study requires successful completion of 28 units of course work and has been designed to be completed in three semesters of full-time study. Students in the program will complete a 19-unit core and must select a 6-unit specialization (or “track”) and one elective from a list provided by the department.
International Students: This program is eligible for the OPT STEM extension.
Please Note: Requirements for graduation, course offerings, course availability, track offerings and any other degree requirements are subject to change. Students should consult with an academic advisor prior to registering for any classes.- A minimum of 26 units is required to earn the MS in Medical Device and Diagnostic Engineering degree.
- Required Courses: 17 units
- Technical Elective Course: 3 units
- Track Courses: 6 units
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required for graduation.
Detailed Program Curriculum and RequirementsSchedule of Classes
APPLICATION DEADLINES| SEMESTER | DEADLINE |
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| Spring 2022 (Final Deadline) | September 15, 2021 |
| Spring 2022 (Scholarship Consideration Deadline) | August 31, 2021 |
| Fall 2022 (Final Deadline) | January 15, 2022 |
| Fall 2022 (Scholarship Consideration Deadline) | December 15, 2021 |
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any engineering or engineering-related disciplines including but not limited to: Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
The following materials are required to be included with your online application:
- Transcripts: Upload Electronic Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. A mailed hard copy or official e-transcript is not required for admission to our programs.
- Submit an electronic copy of official transcripts (.pdf recommended) and other degree related documents through the online graduate application (International applicants, visit USC Graduate Admission’s Country Requirements page for details on required documents)
- Unofficial transcripts from university student portals are not acceptable
- If the transcript includes a separate grading scale, make sure it is also uploaded
- For upload purposes, all transcript related documents for a single school must be submitted as one document
- If you are admitted, you will be given specific instructions on submitting your hard copy transcripts
- GRE General Test: Satisfactory and valid test scores. Valid GRE scores must be dated within five years of the start of the intended application semester. The fall semester starts in August, and the spring semester starts in January. Official scores must be reported from ETS directly to USC using ETS school code 4852. A department code is not required.
- Resume/CV
- Personal Statement : The personal statement should describe succinctly your reasons for applying to the proposed program at the Viterbi School of Engineering, your preparation for this field of study, study interests, future career plans, and other aspects of your background and interests which may aid the admissions committee in evaluating your aptitude and motivation for graduate study.
- Letters of Recommendation (3 Required): Letters of recommendation should be from faculty or others (supervisors, professional colleagues, etc.) qualified to evaluate your potential for graduate study.
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTSEnglish Language Proficiency: In addition to application requirements above, international students whose first language is not English are required to take the TOEFL or IELTS. There is no minimum TOEFL or IELTS score required for admission to the Viterbi School. For possible exemption from additional language requirements, you must achieve an Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) score of 90, with no less than 20 on each section or an IELTS score of 6.5, with no less than 6 on each band score. Please review USC Graduate Admission – Proficiency in English.
USC GRADUATE APPLICATION
The following is an overview of the tuition & fees for graduate engineering students. Both on-campus and DEN@Viterbi students pay the same tuition.
TUITION
| Academic Year | Per Unit Rate | 3-unit Course | 4-unit Course |
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| Fall 2021 - Summer 2022* | $2,199 | $6,597 | $8,796 |
| Fall 2020 - Summer 2021* | $2,148 | $6,444 | $8,592 |
| * Tuition is the same for on-campus and online students |
ESTIMATED COST OF ATTENDANCE – 26 UNIT PROGRAM
STUDENT FEES
| Fee Description | Fee Amount | On-Campus | DEN@Viterbi |
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| Mandatory Fees (approximate) | Fall 2019: $475
Spring 2020: $420 | | |
| Health Insurance | Fall 2019: $730
Spring 2020: $1,311 | | |
| Norman Topping Student Aid Fee | $8/semester | | |
| ENGR Computing Access Fee (On-Campus students) | $75/semester |
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| ENGR Computing Access Fee (DEN@Viterbi students) | $35/semester | |
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| Exam Proctoring | $40 - $100 per course | | |
Detailed Information on Tuition & Fees
Want to find out where our graduating class of 2019 Biomedical Engineering Master's students did their internships and where they went after commencement? Visit our Biomedical Engineering Employment Outcomes page.
This program is also available online to professional engineers through DEN@Viterbi. Because the DEN@Viterbi program provides a fully equivalent academic experience, the degree a USC engineering student earns is the same whether they are on-campus or online.
If you are interested in beginning classes as a DEN@Viterbi student next semester, explore the requirements and steps to enrolling as a Limited Status Student.
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Detailed Program Curriculum and RequirementsSchedule of Classes
DEN@VITERBI ONLINE COURSE OFFERINGS
The following courses and program requirements serve as program planning for DEN@Viterbi students. Course offerings and availability are subject to change. Please consult with advisor if you have any questions.
| Required Courses |
| All courses are required - 18 units total - students may choose either BME 501 or BME 502. |
| BME 501 | Advanced Topics in Biomedical Systems OR BME 502 (4 units) |
| BME 502 | Advanced Studies of the Nervous System OR BME 501 (4 units) |
| BME 513 | Signal and Systems Analysis (4 units) |
| BME 650 | Biomedical Measurement and Instrumentation (4 units) |
| ISE 527 | Quality Management for Engineers (3 units) |
| ISE 545 | Technology Development and Implementation (3 units) |
| Required Specialization Track |
| Students must complete 2 courses from one of the tracks. |
| Medical Technology and Device Science Track |
| BME 535 | Ultrasonic Imaging (4 units) |
| BME 552 | Neural Implant Engineering (3 units) |
| Product Development Track |
| ISE 515 | Engineering Project Management (3 units) |
| ** DEN@Viterbi students completing this specialization will substitute ISE 555 (not available online) with a department approved alternative. |
| Technical Elective |
| If necessary to meet minimum 26 unit program requirement. |
| AME 503 | Advanced Mechanical Design (3 units) |
| BME 511 | Physiological Control Systems (4 units) |
| BME 535 | Ultrasonic Imaging (3 units) |
| ISE 507 | Six-Sigma Methods and Applications (3 units) |
| ISE 508 | Health Care Operations Improvement (3 units) |
| ISE 544 | Management of Engineering Teams (3 units) |
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