Biomedical/Medical Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Columbia University in the City of New York graduates compare to all programs nationally
Columbia University in the City of New York graduates earn $86k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all biomedical/medical engineering masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Biomedical/Medical Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $86,161 | — | — | — |
| University of Rochester | $84,888 | — | — | — |
| Cornell University | $78,844 | $96,614 | — | — |
| Binghamton University | $76,948 | — | — | — |
| University at Buffalo | $66,090 | — | — | — |
| CUNY City College | $63,295 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $82,315 | — | — | — |
Other Biomedical/Medical Engineering Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Rochester Rochester | $64,348 | $84,888 | — |
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $78,844 | — |
| Binghamton University Vestal | $10,363 | $76,948 | — |
| University at Buffalo Buffalo | $10,782 | $66,090 | — |
| CUNY City College New York | $7,340 | $63,295 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Columbia University in the City of New York, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.