Why choose the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health?
We empower students to achieve their highest potential and equip them to transform public health and elevate the well-being of communities. We conduct impactful research and develop partnerships that drive innovations in practice creating lasting, real-world change.
Graduate Programs
The College offers 16 graduate programs, including four certificates.
Research Funding
Our research projects have been awarded more than $10 million in funding.
Student Experience
Our students benefit from an exceptional 6:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
Employment Rate
The Masters of Public Health employment rate one year after graduation is greater than 98%.
News & Announcements
DeSpain Aspires to Use Healthcare Training to Make Widespread Impact
Lily DeSpain, a student in the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) M.D./MPH dual-degree program, aspires to fuse public health and clinical health to help entire populations live comfortably. “The moments with physicians who were compassionate and really cared about me, left a lasting impression on me,” she said. “One of my goals is…
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Sarah Fountain, MPH, Helps Arkansans Benefit from Research
Sarah Fountain, MPH, is grateful for each opportunity to connect Arkansans to invaluable resources. A research program manager for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Translational Research Institute (TRI) Community Engagement team, Fountain embraces the task of being a link to people getting the services they need. “In TRI, we’re community voices in…
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UAMS Names Wendy N. Nembhard, Ph.D., MPH, as Dean of the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) named Wendy N. Nembhard, Ph.D., MPH, as the next dean of the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, effective Sept. 1.
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College of Public Health Students, Faculty Participates in National Gardening Conference
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health was well-represented at the 2026 American Community Gardening Association National Conference, “Pathways to Food Security: Localizing Solutions.” The college’s Center for Research, Health, and Society and the Community Garden Health Block collaborated with the host organizations, Central Arkansas Sphinx Foundation…
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