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| How
long will it take me to complete my degree?
Full-time students can usually complete all degree requirements in one academic year. (September thru May) While students have the option of completing relevant independent study courses during the summer session, most do complete the degree requirements by May. This results in a demanding schedule for the academic year, especially since interviewing and other job search activities are also pursued during this period. For specific degree requirements please follow this link. |
| Does
Penn's Bioengineering Department offer a traditional* master's program
in Bioengineering?
Not at this time. Students wishing to pursue research intensive careers are encouraged to apply directly to our Ph.D. program. *A traditional masters program refers to one whose purpose is to prepare students for a research career, or one that serves as a stepping stone to a Ph.D program. |
| My
undergraduate degree was not in engineering, what pre-requisite courses
or material should I have covered before I matriculate?
The applicant should have completed at least two years of college calculus including differential equations plus one year of physics with laboratory including calculus. Applicants lacking these requirements should complete them at an accredited engineering college or equivalent before matriculating. In rare circumstances, students may complete these prerequisites at Penn, but this will entail more time than the one year period anticipated for students with an appropriate background. A student lacking these prerequisites is strongly encouraged to contact Dr. Pollack for specific advice relating to his or her situation. Additional Prerequisite Requirements:
An undergraduate degree in an An undergraduate degree from an accredited natural science major, and completion of the following minimal coursework:
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| Can
I complete prerequisite courses at Penn, or at another school?
You may complete prerequisite courses at any accredited college or university program. Please arrange to have your transcripts sent upon completion to: Graduate Coordinator,return to question list |
| Are
there any fellowships or assistantships available from the department to
help pay for my master's program at Penn?
No—no funding, fellowships, or teaching assistantships are offered for the masters program in bioengineering. Other Forms of Financial Assistance: Resident Advisorships are dormitory and college house staff positions open to men and women enrolled in graduate degree programs. For further information contact: Associate Director of Staff and Programs Department of Residential Living, 3901 Locust Walk, University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA 19104-6180 Educational loans and College
Work-Study grants may be available for students with financial
need. Need is determined
from information submitted on the Graduate and Professional School
Financial Aid Form (GAPSFAS
form) by the student and, if applicable, the student's parents
and/or spouse. Any student
who is not considered independent by Federal guidelines must have
his or her parents complete
the GAPSFAS form. To be considered for financial aid (federal l
funds) a student must be
a permanent resident and must also be enrolled at least half- time in
a degree
program. The Office of Student Financial
Services asks that applications for University-administered
assistance be submitted no later than the March preceding the
Center for Graduate/Professional
Student Finance
Because of the difficulty in transmitting repayments from foreign countries, long-term loans are not available to foreign students. Also, visa regulations do not permit students holding the F-1 (student visa) to work off campus. The maximum a foreign student may work, outside the department, is twenty hours a week. This is limited to on-campus employment and requires the permission of the Office of International Programs. |
| How
much is Penn's tuition and can you give me an estimate of the living expenses?
For tuition and estimated living expenses follow this link. |
| Does
Penn provide any help in finding a job after graduation?
The Program Director holds seminars with the Professional Masters Class discussing resumé development, interviewing, career selection, and job descriptions. Students are invited to participate in interviews with the many companies who come to Penn's campus to meet our students. Penn also maintains an office of Career Services. As the numbers of program alumni increase, we are finding that networking amongst graduates of the program is a valuable way to get employment leads and tips. A dynamic web page is being created to provide continuity among the Classes that have graduated since the inception of the Professional Master's Program in 1997. The graduating Class of 2002 will be the first to fully benefit from this feature. Get a preview of some of the alumni you will be able to interact with who are graduating this May, some of whom have already found positions to follow graduation.
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there any graduates of the program that I may contact for further questions?
The following folks from our program have expressed interest in talking to prospective students.
Students from prior years:
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