Curriculum Built for the Real World

The biomedical engineering curriculum at Alvernia combines engineering, biology, health sciences, design, and ethics. You will study mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology, circuits, statics, dynamics, strength of materials, fluid mechanics, anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, measurement systems, and biomedical engineering electives. Through courses such as Introduction to Biomedical Engineering, students examine biomechanics, biomaterials, biomedical instrumentation, medical imaging, prosthetics, implants, surgical tools, patient monitoring, biomedical codes, human factors, usability, and patient safety.

A Well-Rounded Foundation

The liberal arts core helps you think critically, communicate clearly, and approach challenges from multiple perspectives. It also prepares you to work with people from different professions and backgrounds, which is essential in today’s collaborative workplaces. Biomedical engineers need technical skill, ethical judgment, and the ability to work with engineers, clinicians, patients, companies, and communities.

Ready for What Comes Next

Graduates leave with a strong technical foundation, a practical skillset, and a professional mindset. They are equipped with hands-on experience, problem-solving ability, ethical decision-making, and the adaptability and collaboration skills employers expect. They are ready not only for their first job, but for a successful career. The first class of Alvernia biomedical engineering students is planned to graduate in 2030.

AI That Enhances Your Skills

You will learn to use artificial intelligence as a tool to improve design, testing, and decision-making. It supports the skills you build as an engineer and helps you work more efficiently. At Alvernia, AI is thoughtfully integrated to enhance what engineers are already doing. It is not replacing any part of the curriculum but helping us do it better.

From Classroom to Career

• Learn from Expert Faculty: Small class sizes mean you will work closely with faculty who know your goals and support your success. With athlete-friendly scheduling and personal attention, you will have the flexibility to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
• Graduate with Experience: Our industry and healthcare partners are excited to offer internships, observations, research experiences, and project opportunities to Alvernia students. Internships are encouraged during the summer and throughout the academic year, giving you the chance to apply what you learn, gain experience, and build your network before graduation.
• Work Across Disciplines: Biomedical engineering students will have opportunities to work with faculty and students in nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, biology, allied health, and other health sciences fields through observations, projects, and shared healthcare contexts.
• See Real Results: Most graduates from the School of Engineering completed at least one internship. Most secured full-time job offers before they even walked across the stage.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

The John R. Post School of Engineering provides access to cutting-edge labs designed to give students real-world experience in key areas of engineering:

• Gait Lab: Analyze human movement, biomechanics, rehabilitation, and performance.
• Anatomage Virtual Dissection Tables: Connect engineering design with anatomy, physiology, and clinical understanding.
• Mechatronics Lab: Explore instrumentation, automation, and biomedical device control.
• Fluids Lab: Study fluid dynamics through hands-on experiments connected to cardiovascular, respiratory, and medical device applications.
• Mechanical Testing Lab: Analyze the strength, performance, and behavior of materials used in devices, structures, and assistive technologies.
• Circuits Lab: Gain practical experience in electrical circuits, sensors, and control systems.

Application Instructions

Through a rolling admission process, prospective undergraduate students — including first-year, transfer, and international students — may apply via the Alvernia web portal or The Common Application. To learn more about how to complete your application, please visit our application page.

Financing Your Education

There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.

Accreditation Statement

Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Get to Know Your Faculty

For more information about Alvernia’s Biomedical Engineering program contact the Admissions Office at 610-796-8269 or admissions@alvernia.edu. Or reach out directly to Joseph Mahoney, Ph.D., department chair, John R. Post School of Engineering at 484-254-2135 or joseph.mahoney@alvernia.edu.