OpenFieldPh.D. in Biomedical Engineering
Joint doctoral program investigating biomaterials for bone regeneration, microfluidic diagnostics, orthopedic biomechanics, and cardiovascular stent surface modifications.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- BS or MS in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or bio-sciences with 3.2+ GPA
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 85+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE scores required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research statement
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Biomedical research assistantships with full tuition remission and $28,000 annual stipend
- Application fee
- $35
- Tuition / joining costs
- Covered by assistantships
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official South Dakota School of Mines & Technology documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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