Program Introduction
The Bioengineering (BioE) and Business track at UC Berkeley is part of the M.E.T (Management, Entrepreneurship, & Technology) program, offering students the opportunity to earn both a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in just four years. This program develops leaders who combine technical expertise in bioengineering with business acumen to drive innovation in medical technology, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology sectors. As a designated STEM program, international students can benefit from up to 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) after graduation, expanding employment opportunities in biotech companies, healthcare startups, and medical technology fields.
- Language of InstructionKorean
- Program Length48 months
- Teaching MethodsOffline
- Bioengineering core courses: Molecular and cell biology, biomaterials, tissue engineering, medical imaging, biomechanics - Business core courses: Economics, accounting, finance, marketing, organizational behavior, strategic management - Integrated entrepreneurship courses: Healthcare innovation, biotech business models, medical device commercialization, pharmaceutical industry analysis - Laboratory and practical experience: Bioengineering laboratory techniques, prototype development, clinical applications - Capstone project: Comprehensive project addressing real healthcare challenges from both technical and business perspectives
Biotech Product Manager
$95,000 ~ $140,000
Biomedical Engineer
$80,000 ~ $115,000
Biotech Startup Founder/Early Employee
$75,000 ~ $120,000
| Intakes | Application Deadlines |
|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | 2024-11-30 |
Admission Requirement
- GPA3.4
- SAT / ACTNo Min Score
90
7.0
- Online ApplicationRequired
UC Application
- Official TranscriptRequired
- 2 Letters of RecommendationOptional
Submission is voluntary but it is highly recommended
- Statement of PurposeRequired
Statement of Purpose
- Resume/CVRequired
- SAT / ACTOptional
Optional
- M.E.T. Program-Specific Additional EssayRequired
Interest in Technology and Business, Goals, etc
- InterviewOptional
May request an interview with some applicants
- Certified English Test Score ReportRequired
Fees and Funding
$54,708/Year
$22,398/Year
$95