Biomedical/Medical Engineering at Northwestern University

Master's Degree

Location: Evanston, IL•In-State Tuition: $65,997•Admission Rate: 7%•Avg SAT: 1526
Median Earnings (1yr)
$80,670
44th percentile
Sample Size
25
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Northwestern University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Northwestern University graduates earn $81k, placing them in the 44th percentile of all biomedical/medical engineering masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Biomedical/Medical Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (5 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Northwestern University$80,670———
National Median$82,315———

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 Northwestern University, approximately 19% 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.