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The Graduate School
Welcome to the University of Kentucky!
We are glad that you have taken this opportunity to explore our graduate education offerings more fully. The University of Kentucky is a top-tier research university with superior opportunities for interdisciplinary graduate study. Ours is one of only eight universities in the U.S. that has the full range of liberal arts, medical and professional programs, and individual colleges on a single campus. This allows for a rich array of interdisciplinary research opportunities. The caliber of research and graduate study that we offer, at the borders of disciplines, has led to groundbreaking discoveries and real-world solutions. Our student body is diverse, representing over 100 countries and every state in the nation. We welcome students from all backgrounds, and we have a broad spectrum of graduate assistantships and fellowships to attract top students and help address financial need. In recent years our university has received nearly 100 national rankings for excellence in academics, research, healthcare and economic development. Our programs have earned 28 Top 10 rankings and 50 Top 25 rankings over the last several years. We encourage you to explore more closely the accomplishments of our faculty and our graduate students, and to imagine your place in this prestigious lineup. Our admissions officers, directors of graduate studies, and recruiters are on standby to assist you as you plan the next steps of your educational and professional journey. Visit www.gradschool.uky.edu to get started. The Graduate Admissions Team
The University of Kentucky Graduate School is a thriving community of scholars, researchers, and students, all dedicated to improving lives through excellence in education, research, leadership, creative work, service, and healthcare. We are proud of our reputation for excellence. Here are a few reasons why we believe that The University of Kentucky (UK) would best fit your personal educational goals. • UK is one of only seven universities in the U.S. that have Colleges of Agriculture, Engineering, Law, Medicine, and Pharmacy on a single campus. • Home to nearly a dozen research centers, including the Center for Applied Energy Research (CAER) and the Tracy Farmer Institute for Sustainability and the Environment, UK has been awarded over $300 million annually in federal, state, and industry research grants and contracts. • The William T. Young Library is among the world’s leading research libraries; its book endowment is the largest among public universities. • UK’s scholars – students, faculty and alumni – have been the recipients of many prestigious awards including the Nobel and Pulitzer prizes, and honored by distinguished organizations such as the Rhodes Trust, the Fulbright Scholar Program, the Guggenheim Foundation, the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, and the Metropolitan Opera. We look forward to working with you as you continue your educational journey. To learn more about our programs, visit our website www.gradschool.uky.edu.
About UK As Kentucky’s flagship institution, the University plays a critical leadership role by promoting diversity, inclusion, economic development, and human well-being throughout the state and beyond. UK is home to sixteen colleges, and nearly 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students representing all 50 states and 115 countries. Diversity A diverse graduate student body brings benefit to our entire campus. The graduate programs of the University of Kentucky invite applicants from all backgrounds, and want to ensure that all enrolled students find a welcoming community on our campus and in our city. The Graduate School and the UK community are committed to supporting individual students and programs by connecting them to all available resources, and working with them to support their success. Housing On-campus and campus-adjacent housing is available for full-time graduate students and their families. Efficiencies, apartments, townhomes, and duplex units are available, many with furniture, laundry facilities, and utilities included in the cost. Campus transportation services are available to residents, as well as on-site parking. Visit www.uky.edu/housing for more information about campus neighborhoods and rates. Professional Development Resources The Graduate School offers services to students that complement their degree coursework and support their career pursuits. Information about activities and opportunities, such as workshops, seminars, conferences, grants, and cultural events are promoted weekly. Student organizations such as the Graduate Student Congress, the International Student Congress, the Black Graduate & Professional Student Association, and the UK Society of Postdoctoral Scholars arrange regular academic, professional, and social events for graduate students.
Admissions Choosing the right graduate program is an important decision, and our admissions counselors and Directors of Graduate Studies are available to answer any questions you may have. UK offers advanced degrees in 90 program areas, awarding doctoral degrees in 55 fields, master’s degrees in 85 fields, and 52 graduate certificates. Graduate School application requirements are listed below. Many programs have may have additional requirements. Visit www.gradschool.uky.edu for details. Domestic Students: • Completed online application • $65 application fee • Official transcripts • Official GRE or GMAT test scores • Application deadline: One month prior to the semester of entry, or as indicated by program
International Students: • Completed online application • $75 application fee • Official transcripts • Official GRE or GMAT test scores • Official TOEFL or IELTS scores • Application deadlines: Fall semester: March 15, Spring semester: August 15, or as indicated by program.
Graduate Programs Accounting (M.S) Agricultural Economics (M.S., Ph.D.) Anatomy & Neurobiology (Ph.D.) Animal and Food Sciences (M.S., Ph.D.) Anthropology (M.A., Ph.D.) Applied Behavior Analysis (M.S.) Architecture (M.Arch) Art Education (M.A.) Art History (M.A.) Art Studio (M.F.A.) Arts Administration (M.A.) Athletic Training (M.S.) Biology (M.S., Ph.D.) Biomedical Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) Business Administration (M.B.A., Ph.D.) Chemical Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) Chemistry (M.S., Ph.D.) Civil Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) Classics (M.A.) Clinical & Translational Science (M.S., Ph.D.) Clinical Research Design (M.S.) Communication (M.A., Ph.D.) Communication Sciences & Disorders (M.S.) Community & Leadership Development (M.S.) Computer Science (M.S., Ph.D.) Counseling Psychology (M.S.) Creative Writing (M.F.A.) Dentistry (M.S.) Digital Mapping (M.S.) Diplomacy & International Commerce (M.A.)
Early Childhood, Special Education, & Rehabilitation Counseling (Ph.D.) Economics (M.S., Ph.D.) Educational Psychology (M.S.) Education Sciences (Ph.D.) Educational and Counseling Psychology (S.E.) Educational Leadership Studies (M.E., S.E.) Educational Policy Studies, Measurement, & Evaluation (Ph.D.) Electrical Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) English (M.A., Ph.D.) Entomology (Ph.D.) Epidemiology & Biostatistics (Ph.D.) Exercise Science (Ph.D.) Family Sciences (M.S., Ph.D.) Forestry (M.S.) French (M.A.) Gender & Women’s Studies (M.A., Ph.D.) Geography (M.A., Ph.D.) Geological Sciences (M.S., Ph.D.) German (M.A.) Gerontology (Ph.D.) Health Administration (M.H.A.) Hispanic Studies (M.A., Ph.D.) Historic Preservation (M.A.) History (M.A., Ph.D.) Information Communication Technology (M.S) Instructional Systems Design (M.S.) Integrated Plant & Soil Sciences (M.S., Ph.D.) Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education (M.S) Interior Design (M.A.) Kinesiology & Health Promotion (M.S., Ed.D.)
Library Science (M.S.) Linguistic Theory & Typology (M.A.) Manufacturing Systems Engineering (M.S) Materials Science & Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) Mathematics (M.S., Ph.D.) Mechanical Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.) Medical Sciences (M.S) Microbiology (Ph.D.) Mining Engineering (M.S., M.M., Ph.D.) Molecular & Cellular Biochemistry (Ph.D.) Music (M.M, D.M.A.) Musical Arts (D.M.A.) Nursing (Ph.D.) Nutrition & Food Systems (M.S) Nutritional Sciences (Ph.D.) Pharmaceutical Sciences (M.S., Ph.D.) Pharmacology (Ph.D.) Philosophy (M.A., Ph.D.) Physician Assistant Studies (M.S) Physics (M.S., Ph.D.) Physiology (Ph.D.) Plant Pathology (M.S., Ph.D.) Plant & Soil Science (M.S) Political Science (M.A., Ph.D.) Psychology (Ph.D.) Public Health (M.P.H.) Public Policy Administration (Ph.D.) Radiation Science (M.S) Rehabilitation Counseling (M.R.C.) Rehabilitation Sciences (Ph.D.) Retailing & Tourism Management (M.S)
Secondary Education (M.I.C.) STEM Education (M.S) Social and Philosophical Studies in Education (M.S.) Social Work (M.S.W.) Sociology (M.A., Ph.D.) Special Education (M.S., S.E. Ph.D.) Statistics (M.S., Ph.D.) Studies in Higher Education (Ph.D.) Teaching English as a Second Language (M.A) Teaching World Languages (M.A) Toxicology (M.S., Ph.D.) Veterinary Science (M.S., Ph.D.)
Professional Programs
Admission to these programs is administered by their respective colleges. Please visit http://bit.ly/UKYprofessional for program information, admissions, and policies. Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) Doctor of Public Health (Dr.PH.) Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P) Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) Juris Doctor (J.D.) Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
Graduate Certificates Graduate Certificates are becoming an increasingly important component of the total range of graduate educational opportunities offered by a modern, comprehensive research university. A certificate is not a graduate degree (it is typically between nine and fifteen credits), but it does provide the student a formal credential of the mastery of a clearly defined academic topic. Anatomical Sciences Applied Statistics Assistive and Rehabilitative Technology Autism Spectrum Disorder Biostatistics Clinical and Translational Science Clinical Research Skills Cognitive Science College Teaching and Learning Computational Fluid Dynamics Developmental Disabilities Digital Mapping Distance Education for EDC Distance Education for EDS Environmental Systems Eurythmics German Studies General Radiological Medical Physics Gender and Women’s Studies Gerontology Global Health Health Coaching Health Communication Historic Preservation Human-Technology Interaction Inclusive Education
Informatics Instructional Communication International Education Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies Latin Studies Lean Systems Maternal and Child Health Middle and Secondary School Reading Military Behavioral Health Music Theory Pedagogy Next Generation Teaching and Learning Orff Schulwerk Pharmaceutical Sciences Physiology Teaching Power and Energy Public Health Management Rehabilitation Counseling Reproductive Laboratory Science Risk Sciences School Social Work School Technology Leadership Social Theory Stream and Watershed Science Teaching English as a Second Language Teaching Nursing Vocal Pedagogy
Funding Opportunities Assistantships More than 1,500 students work as Teaching (TA) or Research (RA) Assistants while in graduate school at UK. You are encouraged to contact the Director of Graduate Studies (DGS) in department(s) of interest with questions about the availability of assistantships and the application process. Students who receive assistantships are provided monthly stipends, a tuition scholarship, and health insurance. Fellowships The University of Kentucky also offers fellowships in all areas of graduate education. A fellowship is a competitive, nonservice award made to academically qualified students who are pursuing a graduate degree. As with assistantships, the majority of fellowships provide monthly stipends, a tuition scholarship, and health insurance. Application deadlines for most fellowships are in the early spring and may require nomination by the DGS. External Fellowships and Funding Sources Grants and fellowships are available from a number of outside agencies, including private foundations, nonprofits, state, and federal sources. Aside from the obvious financial benefit, receipt of external funding exemplifies excellence in research, writing, and scholarship. Applying for external fellowships and grants is an excellent professional development experience for students who will be seeking academic career placement where grant funding is a necessity.
Student Life Lexington, Kentucky is one of the safest cities in the U.S., and ranked as one of the best cities for college students. Located in the heart of Kentucky’s Bluegrass Region, Lexington is a big city with a small-town feel. Known as the “horse capital of the world”, Lexington has a healthy economy due to the number of corporations and industries located here. On campus or off, there is no shortage of opportunities for students to get involved in the community. Hundreds of student organizations, ranging from politics to club sports, from leadership and service to art and culture, the Office of Student Involvement has something for everyone. The University of Kentucky is home to world-class talent. Concerts, plays, exhibitions, lectures, and sporting events are just a small sampling of the diversions open to students. The Singletary Center for the Arts regularly hosts musicians, speakers, artists, and performers. At Rupp Arena, students cheer the eight-time national championship men’s basketball team. Students at UK also have access to health and fitness facilities, numerous dining options, and other personal and professional services. Visit www.uky.edu for more information about the opportunities and resources available.