Biomedical/Medical Engineering at Cornell University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Cornell University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Cornell University graduates earn $79k, placing them in the 38th percentile of all biomedical/medical engineering masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | $78,844 | $96,614 | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $86,161 | — | — | — |
| University of Rochester | $84,888 | — | — | — |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $86,161 | — |
| University of Rochester Rochester | $64,348 | $84,888 | — |
| 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 Cornell University, approximately 18% 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.