For a better experience, click the Compatibility Mode icon above to turn off Compatibility Mode, which is only for viewing older websites.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Dean's Statement:

The school of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems is devoted to providing life-saving solutions for society. We must stand in support of our diverse students, faculty, professional staff, and community and ensure that our work is dedicated to securing the dignity, opportunity, safety, well-being, and health of all individuals regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, or socioeconomic status.

Paul Brandt-Rauf, ScD, MD, DrPH

Distinguished University Professor and Dean

Diversity STEM Leadership Pathways

The school of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems is committed to making education and research training opportunities available to all individuals regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or socioeconomic status. BIOMED’s commitment is demonstrated by the ongoing development of the Diversity STEM Leadership Pathways initiative (“DSLP”). BIOMED’s goal is to build a pathway for underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students to become STEM Leaders in Biomedical Engineering by removing institutional and economic barriers and by providing accessible, supportive, and engaging educational and research opportunities

High School Students

Summer Academy Need-Based Scholarship

Summer Academy Need-Based Scholarship

Engineering for US All

Engineering for US All

Undergraduate and Graduate Students

BME Student Diversity at a Glance

2021 Incoming Class

  • New Class Size
    Drexel: 2831 / BIOMED: 97

Degrees Awarded 2021

  • Bachelors: 85
  • Masters: 72
  • Doctorates: 6

Gender

  • Male 48%
  • Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

  • African American 4%
  • Asian 26%
  • Caucasian 46%
  • Hispanic/Latino 7%
  • Nonresident Alien 10%
  • Two Or More Races 4%
  • Unknown 3%

Average Starting Salary Offer

  • Average: $65,833
  • Median: $70,000
  • DU Average: $63,417