Student Perspective

Adrienne Lezak

M.Eng. M.D.E

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2024

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

I decided to pursue my interest in medical devices further to hone in on practical hands-on engineering skills and familiarize myself with the clinical landscape by shadowing UC San Diego Health professionals in the operating room.

Amanda Suhardjo

M.S. Plan I - Thesis

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2022

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

I chose to attend UC San Diego because of their renowned Bioengineering Department. San Diego is a huge hub for biotech and UC San Diego's Bioengineering Department specifically is the location for many of the most important innovations in the field.

Laura Herron

M.S. Plan I - Thesis

Current Status: Current Student

Graduation Year:

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

UC San Diego Bioengineering has one of the most well rounded programs for genome engineering, so I knew my research interests aligned. Moreover, my end goal is to have a career in industry and at each internship experience I had, I met graduates of the UC San Diego bioengineering program. These alumni were proud of their education and spoke very highly of their time at UCSD. Meeting successful alumni who still feel connected to their graduate program was one of the biggest bonuses for me as I look forward to a strong alumni community to lean on once I graduate.

Archana Balasubramanian

M.S. Plan I - Thesis

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2024

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

I chose the Bioengineering Master’s Program at UC San Diego because of its strong reputation for cutting-edge research and its emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. The program offers a unique blend of engineering principles and biological sciences, which aligns perfectly with my academic and career goals. I was particularly drawn to UCSD’s Systems Biology Research Group, known for its innovative approaches and impactful research. The opportunity to work with distinguished faculty and access state-of-the-art facilities made UCSD an ideal choice for advancing my expertise and contributing to significant scientific advancements.

Shriya Shetty

M.S. Plan I - Thesis

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2024

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

Undoubtedly one of the best Bioengineering programs in the country. Very well articulated and a bunch of opportunities to explore. The UC San Diego Bioengineering program is a brand in itself!

Annanya Sethiya

M.S. Plan II - Comprehensive Exam

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2024

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

I chose UC San Diego for its access to advanced technology, diverse course offerings, and opportunities for skill development, which I believe will enhance my preparation for future career opportunities.

Isabelle Lam

M.S. Plan II - Comprehensive Exam

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2023

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

It is the best program for clinical science. Initially, I wanted to pursue studying Kawasaki Disease with the Kawasaki Foundation. However, I changed my mind to gain more technical knowledge. 

Nikhil Kshirsagar

M.S. Plan II - Comprehensive Exam

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2023

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

I chose UC San Diego's Bioengineering Master's program because it offered the perfect blend of my electronics background and my passion for biosensors and point-of-care devices. The program's focus on cutting-edge research and innovation aligned perfectly with my career goals.

Chinmayi Kashyap

M.S. Plan I - Thesis

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2023

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

The interdisciplinary nature of research being conducted at UCSD combined with a translational focus, and the opportunity to be mentored by pioneers in various fields of bioengineering.

Anshu Andani

M.Eng. M.D.E

Current Status: Alumni

Graduation Year: 2023

What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?

Top Engineering Program. Nicely designed.