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The accelerated B.S. and M.S. program enables eligible students to obtain both a B.S. and M.S. in Biomedical Engineering in as little as five years by taking approved graduate courses during their final undergraduate year. Participants can apply up to six credit hours (non-thesis option) or 12 credit hours (thesis option) of graduate coursework toward both degrees. This allows students to complete both degrees with a minimum of 155 credits (non-thesis option) or 149 credits (thesis option), compared to the 161 credits required when pursuing the degrees separately. Graduates with these combined degrees gain an advantage for industry careers or academic advancement. The M.S. degree offers formal research training, leading to broader employment prospects, enhanced career growth potential, and increased starting compensation.
VCU applications for admissions and scholarship consideration will be reviewed based on academic performance at an accredited high school or on GED scores. The college preparatory curriculum is highly preferred. Extracurricular activities and employment experience may strengthen an application.
Essays are required of all applicants and must be submitted with the Common Application. At least one recommendation is preferred for all applicants. Applicants will be asked to submit recommender information before submitting the Common Application. Recommenders will be sent an email on the applicant’s behalf requesting a recommendation. First-year applicants are required to submit an up-to-date high school transcript (including senior-year curriculum and grades, if available). GED holders must submit their official GED scores.