Objectives and Regulations

The Graduate School and International Education is the home for all graduate students and all international students, both graduate and undergraduate. Our vision, mission and goals encompass our dedication to the recruitment, admission, retention and graduation of students from Arkansas and across the U.S. and the world, as well as our service to the University of Arkansas.

The Graduate School and International Education is an autonomous organizational unit within the Division of Academic Affairs, whose dean is responsible to the Provost/Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.

Vision

The Graduate School and International Education is committed to developing students' intellectual curiosity and professional success.  Our faculty and staff support the University of Arkansas' research, teaching, service, and diversity missions, all while enhancing students' academic and cultural experiences.

Mission

The Graduate School and International Education supports the strategic goals of the University of Arkansas to continue as a very high research university; recruits, retains and graduates high-caliber students; advocates for students and student success; facilitates intercultural and international experiences to increase global competencies; and assists in the development of international, interdisciplinary and graduate programs.