MS in Engineering, Specialization in Healthcare Engineering
Gain Your Spartan Edge in Healthcare Engineering
As healthcare demands continue to rise alongside an aging population, the hybrid Master of Science in Engineering (MSE), Healthcare Engineering program prepares you to develop innovative, technology-driven solutions that improve patient care and healthcare systems. From AI-integrated technologies and robotics to data-driven healthcare innovation, you will gain the Spartan edge to help shape the future of healthcare engineering and support the evolving needs of patients, providers and communities.
Program Information
Modality
In-Person
Program Length
2 years · 30 units
Cost Per Unit
$1,073* for Fall 2027 · Financial aid and scholarships available
Applications Open
August 1 – June 1 for Fall start
Start Terms
Fall
How to Apply
General Requirements
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Be a baccalaureate graduate of an accredited four-year college or university
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Cumulative GPA of 3.0
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Official transcripts (must be sent sealed by the issuing institution)
Program-Specific Requirements
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Undergraduate degree in math, physics, engineering or a closely related field, equivalent to a four-year U.S. undergraduate baccalaureate degree or significant relevant professional experience.
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College-level courses in math and physics. A three-semester sequence of calculus, linear algebra and statistics will be a plus.
Out-of-State Eligibility
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If you live outside of California, check whether our program is approved to accept an application from you.
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International applicants with a TOEFL score of 550 (paper version) or 80 (Internet-based)
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Application opens August 1; deadline of June 1 for Fall admission.
Watch our video tutorial above or select any of the bookmarks below for steps to guide you through your SJSU Online application.
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Pre-apply: Complete Prequalification Form
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Apply through Cal State Apply and submit the required documents.
Valuable Learning Experiences
The MSE in Healthcare Engineering degree prepares you to address complex healthcare challenges through innovation, engineering and technology-driven solutions. Offered in a flexible hybrid format for working professionals, the program combines advanced engineering principles with real-world applications in healthcare systems, aging, data analysis and emerging technologies. Gain hands-on experience in:
- Solving complex healthcare engineering challenges using modern tools and technologies.
- Applying data mining and machine learning techniques to healthcare systems and devices.
- Designing and evaluating integrated healthcare technologies and solutions.
- Exploring the social, psychological and physiological dimensions of aging and healthcare innovation.
- Conducting risk assessment, systems design, testing and development for healthcare applications.
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What can you do with an MSE in Healthcare Engineering?
An MSE in Healthcare Engineering degree prepares you to develop innovative technologies and systems that improve healthcare delivery, patient outcomes and quality of life for aging populations. As demand for healthcare services continues to grow alongside rising rates of age-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, graduates are equipped to help design the next generation of healthcare devices, data-driven solutions and engineering systems that support patients, caregivers and healthcare providers.
- Bay Area Salaries: Healthcare engineers in the Bay Area make an average of $114,000 to $189,000 per year, according to Glassdoor and ZipRecruiter.
Take a look at some of the top sectors, companies and job titles of our alumni, according to LinkedIn and Indeed.
Top Job Titles
- Biomechanical Engineer
- Clinical Engineer
- Health Informatics Engineer
- Healthcare Solutions Architect
- Kaiser Permanente
- Manufacturing Engineer - Medical Devices
- Research and Development (R&D) Engineer
Top Employers
- Genentech
- Gilead Sciences
- Intuitive
- Johnson & Johnson MedTech
- Komodo Health
- Penumbra
- Verily
Top Sectors
- Aging and assistive technologies
- Data analytics
- Healthcare systems engineering
- Healthcare technology
- Medical device development
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