Why Cell and Molecular Biology?
- Program established in 2000
- Rated in the top 100 nationally in 2008 (no rating since)
- Incorporates more than 110 faculty from 17 departments in 4 colleges
- One of the largest PhD programs on campus
- Highly diverse program
- 70% international students representing more than 20 countries
- Conditional admissions encouraged
- GRE is optional. Some faculty may require. GRE is required for some fellowships
- Completion rates for 2002-2016: 86% MS, 88% PhD
Why the University of Arkansas?
- Ranked 64th in public research universities in the United States
- Carnegie Foundation Highest - Research rating, top 2%
- Ranked 5th in Best Value Colleges by Kiplinger
- Graduate School has a $100M endowment
- Funds some graduate stipends
- Funds graduate travel to meetings ($1000-1200) per student per year
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Fayetteville Arkansas
- U.S. News and World Report ranked Fayetteville the 4th best town to live in 2021
- Award winning Farmer's Market
- Affordable housing options for students
- Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
- Numerous outdoor activities including the Buffalo National River
- Three of the world's largest companies in their sector: Walmart, Tyson, JB Hunt
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