Biomedical/Medical Engineering at University of Pennsylvania
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Pennsylvania graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Pennsylvania graduates earn $89k, placing them in the 93th 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 Pennsylvania
Biomedical/Medical Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | $89,330 | $96,059 | — | — |
| Drexel University | $83,592 | $91,048 | — | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University | $75,083 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $82,315 | — | — | — |
Other Biomedical/Medical Engineering Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $60,663 | $83,592 | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $63,829 | $75,083 | — |
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 Pennsylvania, 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.