What is Biological Engineering?

Biological and agricultural engineering combines biology, chemistry, and engineering to design systems that improve lives — from medical devices to sustainable agriculture. You’ll study how living systems interact with technology, building practical skills through hands-on labs, design projects, and research. Whether your path leads to medicine, biotech, or environmental innovation, a major in biological and agricultural engineering prepares you with a strong skillset for high-impact careers.

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Program Highlights
Career Launchpad 91% of our undergraduate students who applied to medical school for 2025–2026 were accepted. This flexible degree supports careers in medicine, law, engineering, and more.
Hands-On Learning Apply your knowledge through lab work and hands-on group design projects with real-world impact for our local community, like the BAE seniors who created a wearable device to detect heat exhaustion and prevent heat stroke.
State-of-the-Art Labs Learn at a top research institute in advanced facilities like biomechanics and instrumentation labs, metal and computer shops, the LaHouse Research and Education Center, and so much more.
Engineering Residential College Live and learn with your peers in a smaller network within the larger campus, offering academic enhancement programs, classes in your residence hall, and corporate sponsored events introducing you to internships and cooperative education programs.

What You Can Do

An LSU degree opens doors to a wide range of career paths and professional opportunities. With a strong academic foundation, real-world learning, and support from a powerful alumni network, you’ll graduate prepared for success in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re planning to work in a corporate setting, nonprofit organization, government agency, creative industry, or research lab, LSU equips you with the in-demand skills and hands-on experience employers value most.

Potential Careers

Clinical Engineer
Research Engineer/Scientist
Biomaterials Engineer
Biomechanics Engineer
Medical Imaging Engineer
Rehabilitation Engineer
Systems Engineer
Genetic Engineer
Precision Farming Engineer
Environmental Consultant
Food Processing Professional
Healthcare Professional
Lawyer

Workplace Settings

Healthcare
Consulting Firms
Biomedical Firms
Technical Sales Departments
Hospitals
Government Agencies
Research Institutions
Corporations
Universities
Farms
Nonprofit Organizations

$64,000
Average alumni Biological Engineering salary 5 years after graduation
Building Skills
Bridge Biology & Technology Use technical knowledge to design tools, systems, and solutions for living environments.
Confident Communication Learn to lead, collaborate and communicate — skills essential for industry and research.
Analytical Problem-Solving Create innovative, sustainable solutions for health, food, and the environment.
Master Research Gather and analyze data in real-world field settings.
Advance your Career
Post-graduate education
LSU offers competitively ranked post-graduate programs designed to help you innovate and lead in your field. Engage in advanced coursework, contribute to impactful research, and learn from expert faculty who are solving real-world challenges across Louisiana and beyond. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, pivot into a new industry, or accelerate your career, LSU’s graduate programs open the door to a world of opportunity.
Masters (MS) – Biological and Agricultural Engineering (MBAE)Ph.D. – Biological Engineering (PBE)

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Chemistry
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