The Department of Biology has vigorous M.S. and Ph.D. programs that prepare students for successful academic, public and private-sector careers in the life sciences. Student training includes research experience, formal coursework, and seminar and research presentations. Students may enter the Biology Graduate Program into one of the two formal training programs, Environmental and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) or Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB), or they may work with faculty to develop a Tailored Training program that best suits their research interests. Students entering the Biology Graduate Program rank among the best at UK based on GRE scores. To provide the best possible training for our students, the department invests heavily in the professional development through seminar programs and financial support for research and participation in scientific meetings and workshops. Consequently, our students enjoy continued success in their graduate careers, as judged by extramural and intramural awards, publications and presentations. The program is committed to diversity. Our student body includes a near-equal mix of men and women, and representatives of various racial and cultural groups.