UAMS Colleges of Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, Public Health Recognized Among Top Graduate Schools for 2024
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has earned a stellar reputation for its academic excellence. The colleges of Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, and Public Health have recently been highly ranked among their peers by U.S. News & World Report’s annual list of Best Graduate Schools for 2024.
This outstanding recognition reflects the colleges’ commitment to providing high-quality education and training, leading to significant contributions in their respective fields.
Rankings Across Colleges
– College of Pharmacy: Ranked 31st nationwide, with notable specialties in oncology pharmacy, toxicology, and solid organ transplant, as well as one of the nation’s few nuclear pharmacy programs.
– College of Nursing: Ranked 45th nationally for its Doctor of Nursing Practice program and 38th for its master’s degree program.
– College of Health Professions: The occupational therapy program ranked 79th nationally, while the physical therapy program ranked 74th.
– Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health: Moved up two notches, ranking 88th in the 2024 rankings.
Leadership and Innovation
The colleges have achieved these distinctions through innovative curricula, state-of-the-art facilities, and the dedication of their faculty and staff. This recognition is a testament to the rigorous efforts invested in these programs. Deans from each college have expressed pride in their students, alumni, and faculty for their contributions to the high rankings, emphasizing the colleges’ ongoing pursuit of excellence.
UAMS Profile and Impact
UAMS, being the state’s only health sciences university, encompasses multiple colleges and a hospital. It is recognized for its comprehensive education and healthcare system, employing more than 12,000 people. UAMS provides a wide range of programs, including medicine, nursing, pharmacy, health professions, and public health, catering to diverse educational and professional requirements. The university’s strong standing in graduate school rankings reaffirms its position as a leading institution in health sciences education.
