Graduate Programs

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The Department of Biological & Agricultural Engineering at the University of Arkansas is dedicated to the success of our Master's and Ph.D. program students. Our mission is to cultivate students' abilities in engineering and scientific understanding, empower them to tackle research, development, and design challenges, and prepare them to excel as educators or practitioners in their fields of interest.

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Program Contact

Linda Pate
Email: lpate@uark.edu
Phone: 479-575-2351

Why Choose this Degree

Our Master's and Ph.D. programs offer students the chance to tackle real-world challenges in classroom, field, and laboratory settings, supported by state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technology, and dedicated faculty.

Making a positive impact on our planet through sustainable water, food, energy, and agricultural systems
Hands-on laboratory and research experiences
Being a part of cutting-edge research
Our graduates are in high demand with 95% job placement
Solve problems that impact every human
Personal attention from outstanding faculty who are experts in their fields
Be a part of creating sustainable solutions that have a positive impact on the earth and human life through life-enhancing and life-saving products.

"What makes this program stand out is its hands-on approach and commitment to solving real-world agricultural challenges... I also get to work in partnership with organizations such as the USDA which apply my research findings in the real-world."

Taiwo Osoko

“The program offers a robust curriculum focusing on theoretical as well as practical knowledge to face and solve real-world challenges. The faculty at BAE is renowned for their groundbreaking research and mentorship. This makes BAE an ideal fit for academic and professional growth.”

Jaspreet Kaur

"Coming from a background in mechanical and mechatronics engineering, I found the BAE program at the University of Arkansas to be the perfect bridge to apply theoretical knowledge in practice and directly tackle real-world problems."

Siavash Mahmoudi

“The working environment and culture that the professors, staff, and students provide is wonderful. They continuously provide all the necessary tools and support for performing my current research and growing as a professional.”

Danna Valdes

“The multidisciplinary approach allows me to explore a wide range of topics and gain a deeper understanding of the complex challenges in agriculture through the lens of remote sensing and geospatial data science. I particularly appreciate the inclusive and diverse environment in the Muenich Lab, which fosters collaboration and creativity. The program provides invaluable opportunities to grow and develop my technical and soft skills.”

Barira Rashid

BAEG Graduate and Professional Scholars Association

Join the Biological and Agricultural Engineering Graduate and Professional Scholars Association to enhance your graduate experience, connect with peers, and make a collective impact. For more information about how to get involved contact Dr. Becca Muenich.

Paying for College

Graduate Assistantships & Fellowships

Connect with Graduate Student Support Offices

Graduate Admissions and Recruitment

340 N. Campus Drive
Gearhart Hall 213

1-866-234-3957
gradinfo@uark.edu

Graduate Fellowships and Program Support

340 N. Campus Drive
Gearhart Hall 273

479-575-5869
gradfunding@uark.edu

Graduate Student Support

340 N. Campus Drive
Gearhart Hall 272

479-387-3841
gradsupport@uark.edu

Additional Degree Information

Admissions Requirements

All Requirements and deadlines apply to PhD and MS programs

GRE

301 or above (verbal and quantitative), students directly from B.S. 307 and above

GPA

3.0 GPA

* PhD when entering directly from BS: 3.5 GPA

**18 hrs of ENG course work when entering without BS in ENG

English Requirements (for students who didn’t complete degree from a U.S. university whose first language is not English)

English proficiency exam taken within 2 years of application, for list of approved exams and required scores click here.

Other materials

Statement of Purpose, CV/Resume, Three letters of recommendation

Deadlines

Priority Deadline: Fall admission: January 15, Spring admission: October 1

Regular Deadline: Fall admission: May 1, Spring admission: October 1

Graduate Program Coordinator: Dr. Jin-Woo Kim, E-mail: jwkim@uark.edu

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Courses

Program Objectives & Outcomes

The faculty of the Biological Engineering program seeks to provide a challenging technical education in a safe, secure and inclusive learning environment that promotes a desire for service and prepares graduates to:

Successfully practice engineering involving the design and management of sustainable water, food, energy and related biological systems,
Make ethical, valuable and sustained contributions that benefit employers, communities, Arkansas and the world, and
Succeed in graduate education or continuing professional development, as needed for professional growth and licensure.

Student Outcomes

In order to prepare graduates to attain our Educational Objective, the following student outcomes were defined:

An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.