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Advance your career with specialized training in biomaterials and tissue engineering from Colorado State University. Gain an in-depth understanding of biomaterials by studying the properties, processing, and economics of biomedical and biotechnology applications.
After successfully completing this program, you will be able to:
Complete your coursework at times that are convenient for you with CSU’s flexible online learning format. Cultivate career-building skills on your time and at your own pace. Learn from faculty in the School of Biomedical Engineering who bring their expertise into the online classroom as ground-breaking researchers in prostheses, therapeutics, cancer, orthopedics, cardiovascular tissue biomechanics, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.
Start on a path towards your Biomedical Engineering Master’s Degree by earning your Graduate Certificate in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering. Completion of this certificate may count toward credit hours required for completion of CSU’s online Master of Biomedical Engineering after formal admission. However, successful completion of the courses or certificate does not guarantee admission to the degree program.
As the healthcare industry continues to evolve and the aging population grows, job opportunities for biomaterials and tissue engineers will increase to meet demand in areas such as regenerative treatments and new reconstructive medical technology.
Biomaterials-based companies are contributing to the bulk of the tissue engineering market in the United States. The global biomaterials market size is expected to reach $348.4 billion by 2027, according to a report by Grand View Research, Inc. Prominent players operating in the market include Medtronic, Evonik, DSM, BASF, Berkeley Advanced Biomaterials, Covalon Technologies, and Zimmer Biomet Holdings.
By successfully completing this certificate, you will gain the skills to pursue advancement opportunities in a variety of industries, including:
Pursue your professional development and prepare to create solutions that help people live better lives. Career areas of focus include:
Note: Additional coursework may be required due to prerequisites.
Note: This certificate may have courses in common with other graduate certificates. A student may earn more than one certificate, but a given course may be counted toward only one certificate.
| Fall semester | May 15 |
| Spring semester | November 15 |
Start your application online and upload materials directly into the online system. You can save your progress and return any time.
Apply NowApplicants to this program must have:
Note that meeting the minimum department standards does not ensure admission to the program. Admission to Colorado State University graduate programs is based on a number of factors, including prior academic and professional experience and the personal statement.
While it is not required, it is recommended that you contact us in advance of submitting application materials. Prepare the materials below and upload when you apply online.
Complete the online graduate application and pay the nonrefundable application processing fee (payable online). As soon as you have completed the required information, please submit your application. Your application will not be reviewed until it is complete and all required materials have been received.
Request one official transcript from the institution where you earned your bachelor’s degree. Transcripts from Colorado State University are not required. Transcripts must be received directly from the originating institution to be considered official.
Electronic (preferred): Digital Transcripts must be submitted by the originating institution using a secure service such as parchment, eScrip-Safe, the National Student Clearinghouse, or e-Quals. Transcripts received via emails are considered unofficial. Use institution code 4075 for Colorado State University or gradadmissions@colostate.edu if the secure service requires an email address.
Mail (if necessary) Graduate Admissions Colorado State University – Office of Admissions 1062 Campus Delivery Fort Collins, CO 80523-1062
View your application status at any time to ensure your application checklist is complete or to check on updates.
Once your complete application, including supporting materials, is received, the department admission committee will review your application and notify you of their decision.
Proof of English language proficiency is required for applicants from countries or United States territories where there are official languages other than (or in addition to) English. This includes the U.S. territories of American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Puerto Rico.
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