Biomedical/Medical Engineering at University of California-Merced
Master's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Biomedical/Medical Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in California (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Merced | $88,348* | — | — | — |
| University of California-San Diego | $100,166* | $107,777 | — | — |
| Keck Graduate Institute | $92,821* | — | — | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $88,348* | — | — | — |
| University of California-Irvine | $85,995* | — | — | — |
| University of Southern California | $85,502* | $96,971 | — | — |
| National Median | $82,315* | — | — | — |
Other Biomedical/Medical Engineering Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $15,265 | $100,166 | — |
| Keck Graduate Institute Claremont | — | $92,821 | — |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $88,348 | — |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $14,237 | $85,995 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $68,237 | $85,502 | — |
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 University of California-Merced, approximately 59% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.