I am a new grad student in bioengineering (biomedical engineering) and
am trying to decide specifically what discipline of the field to go
into.  A big factor in what I decide to go with will be the salary I
can expect with a M.S. degree.  Bioengineering is a very broad field,
including biomechanics, cardiovascular (artificial heart valve design,
etc.), biological imaging, medical instrumentation, biomaterials,
orthopedics, and ophthalmology, to name just a few.

http://www.bls.gov/oes/2002/oes172031.htm

This is a link to the U.S. Dept. of Labor Statistics page for
biomedical engineering salary statistics.  The problem is that the
survey doesn?t break down the broad field of bioengineering; it simply
gives one generic salary.

Please find salary ranges for specific bioengineering disciplines with
a M.S. in bioengineering.  A geographical breakdown would be nice,
too, but that is secondary.

Thanks for your time,

Aaron

I'm sure that the GR will provide a great answer - but you might also
ask around your department and get some feedback from your advisor.

Best,
Steve.

I've done it.  Either people don't know, or people aren't willing to talk about it.

Thanks,

Aaron