Biomedical/Medical Engineering at Rice University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Rice University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Rice University graduates earn $88k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all biomedical/medical engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Biomedical/Medical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University | $88,307 | — | — | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $63,249 | $87,290 | $19,500 | 0.31 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio | $60,705 | — | $24,900 | 0.41 |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | $58,916 | $73,218 | $18,750 | 0.32 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $56,045 | $87,087 | $21,071 | 0.38 |
| University of Houston | $48,329 | — | $13,502 | 0.28 |
| National Median | $64,660 | — | $23,246 | 0.36 |
Other Biomedical/Medical Engineering Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $63,249 | $19,500 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $8,991 | $60,705 | $24,900 |
| The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson | $14,564 | $58,916 | $18,750 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $56,045 | $21,071 |
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $48,329 | $13,502 |
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 Rice University, approximately 16% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.