<p>I don't believe he needs a school with a "biomedical engineering" major. As was mentioned, basically he just needs to take the courses that will be prereqs for grad school. I am not a science person, but W&M doesn't have a "premed" major, but of course they still send students to med school. They major in physics or chem or bio and take the required courses (like an English course). I imagine it would basically be the same deal. Again, I know nothing for sure, but I imagine he could get the right courses at most schools.</p>
<p>Also, as a VA resident and current student, I can't really see a valid reason to leave the state for undergrad, unless there is merit money or financial aid making the cost equal. With a little summer work from the son, that $40,000 could get him out of a VA school with no loans to pay, and it is possible grad school could be covered (I know some medical related grad school work can be covered).</p>