Why Choose UAMS?
Our mission at UAMS is to improve the health, health care and well-being of Arkansans and of others in the region, nation and the world through renowned education, high-quality, innovative, patient- and family-centered health care, and advancing knowledge via modern, influential research.
Living in Arkansas
Experience a high quality of life in Arkansas with affordable living and rich culture.
Learn MoreA Nationally Recognized Employer
Discover why UAMS is recognized as a leading employer in the region and nationally.
Learn MoreIntegrating Academics and Clinical Practice
Discover how UAMS connects academic knowledge with real-world clinical applications, creating a unique and fulfilling work environment.
Learn MorePartnership with Arkansas Children’s
UAMS partners with Arkansas Children’s, the region’s largest pediatric health care system. Our Department of Pediatrics offers unrivaled opportunities for students, faculty, staff, researchers, physicians, nurses and other employees to collaborate in providing innovative care for children, making UAMS the premier choice for pediatric health care education and employment.
Learn MoreAlumni at UAMS
Meet our distinguished alumni who have returned to UAMS as faculty and staff, contributing their expertise and passion to our academic medical center.
Crystal Whitmore, UAMS College of Health Professions, Class of 2017
“My grandma was diagnosed at UAMS with multiple myeloma and I felt like the cytotechnology program would be a great way to pay back the place that helped my grandma so much.”
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Lauren Cannon, UAMS College of Pharmacy, Class of 2019
“My favorite part about the college is still being involved as a graduate, getting to allow students to shadow and experience what you could do in the real world as a pharmacist.”
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Robert Eoff, UAMS Graduate School, Class of 2005
“I am here because I have been able to come back to my home, back to Arkansas, and help train the next generation of scientists.”
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Clare Brown, UAMS College of Public Health, Class of 2018
“UAMS gives me the best ability to make a difference here in the state.”
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Andrew Estrada, UAMS College of Nursing, Class of 2014
“What I enjoyed best about the College of Nursing was the professors that we had and how they imparted their years of nursing knowledge onto us.”
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