PhD in Medical Engineering

At California Institute of Technology, tuition fees are 60,816 USD per year; the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Dec 15, 2026.

The PhD in Medical Engineering at California Institute of Technology is a 4-year doctoral program with two tracks: MedE only and Medical and Electrical Engineering (Med-EE). It is designed for students with a Master's degree and offers a single degree diploma for the Med-EE track. The program's main advantage is its joint offering by the Medical Engineering and Electrical Engineering departments.

The curriculum includes research projects and coursework in medical engineering and electrical engineering. Students develop skills in research, engineering, and problem-solving. The program is tailored to each student's interests and background, with a focus on medical and electrical engineering applications.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Medical Engineers, Research Scientists, Biomedical Engineers, or Engineering Managers. They can work in industries such as healthcare, medical devices, or pharmaceuticals, and be employed by companies like Medtronic, Boston Scientific, or Johnson & Johnson.

California Institute of Technology (Caltech) in Pasadena is internationally renowned for its focus on science and engineering and for a research environment that emphasizes discovery and innovation. Founded in 1891, Caltech combines small class sizes with world-class faculty and a culture that encourages independent inquiry. The institute’s achievements in fundamental research and technology transfer make it a top choice for students seeking an intensive STEM education and close mentorship from leading scholars.

Caltech offers a compact, high-impact academic setting where undergraduates and graduate students participate directly in cutting-edge projects across physics, biology, engineering and computation. Research opportunities are abundant and accessible, with students contributing to labs, observatories and centers that address global challenges. The collaborative, interdisciplinary approach cultivates both deep technical expertise and the ability to work across fields.

As a relatively small campus community, Caltech provides strong academic support, mentorship and networking in the greater Los Angeles research ecosystem. For international students drawn to rigorous STEM training, Caltech delivers concentrated resources, hands-on research experiences and pathways to meaningful scientific contribution in industry, academia and public service.