The Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering is designed to be completed in four to five years of full-time study, including summer terms. A minimum of 60 units is required for this program beyond the bachelor of science degree. Ph.D. candidates must take all required core courses, complete lab rotations (BME 505aL and BME 505bL) and pass a Screening Exam at the end of their first year pass a Qualifying Exam when they begin their dissertation research and conduct an oral Defense of their dissertation at the end of the program.
January 2027
University Park Campus
3551 Trousdale Pkwy Los Angeles,
Los Angeles,
California,
90007, United States
Bachelor's degree of equivalent in engineering, math or hard science
Official Academic Transcripts
Personal Statement
Resume/ CV
3 Letters of Recommendation
Demonstrated Research Ability & Experience
GRE Required (2026 Applications): Astronautical Engineering (ASTE), Industrial & Systems Engineering (ISE)
GRE Not Required (2026 Applications): All Viterbi School PhD programs except ASTE and ISE
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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