<p>I am graduating with a Chemical Engineering degree for my Bachelors degree. I would really like to do biomolecular/biomedical engineering for graduate school. Ive applied to quite a few programs but these 3 are of particular importance to me. </p>
<p>I was wondering of the 3 schools, which would be best for a career in industry. According to Duke's website, they seem very well geared for preparing students for a career in industry with their program and have great internship oppurtunities, but Penn and Cornell are not very clear about their MEng program. I don't think I can really go wrong with any of the three but am curious on how the job prospects are with each of the schools and which would seemingly be the best choice for someone with my background. </p>
<p>I have no intentions on getting a PhD but would most likely try for an MBA down the line. </p>
<p>Number Reporting: 10
60% of graduates actively seeking employment found employment within six months after graduation"</p>
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<li><p>60% seems fairly low; it is not clear whether 10/10 M Engs were seeking employment or only 6/10. </p></li>
<li><p>Does the BME department at Duke arrange for internships & projects or does the student need to search for projects? Note that 7 internships are reported versus 10 who were looking for employment. </p></li>
<li><p>Since tuition is fairly steep (around $55,000) for the program at these universities, and none of the (3) universities provide assured financial aid, how would you pay for tuition & living expenses?</p></li>
<li><p>In the absence of placement numbers from Cornell & Penn, it is difficult to make an estimate of job prospects after completing M Eng. </p></li>
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<p>Note: With Chem E, I presume you can specialize in limited areas for M Eng in BME; it may preclude biomechanics, bioelectrical & biomaterials. One needs more information about internships/job placements in biotechnology (which perhaps a Chem E may be better trained) in order to make educated decision about the choice of universities.</p>
<p>However, IMO, the combination of ChemE-(UG)/BME-(M Eng) is a good choice.</p>
<p>You may try asking your question in the “Engineering Majors” section. Since it is specialized to engineering area, you are likely to get more responses from people who may have first hand experience. </p>