Student Resources
The Agricultural & Medical Biotechnology program provides a unique set of resources for advising, research and professional development to students throughout their college careers.
Many paths. One biotech degree. We emphasize hands-on learning in genetics, molecular biology, genetic engineering, chemistry and biology to train tomorrow's scientific leaders. Whether you are developing treatments for a genetic disease or genetically engineering drought-resistant crops, you will learn to combine basic scientific concepts with problem solving and critical thinking skills to solve medical and agricultural problems.
Our program encompasses Agriculture, Food and Environment; Medicine; Dentistry; Pharmacy; Health Sciences; Arts & Sciences, and more.
Career & Professional Development Mentors
In addition to our academic advising, our program provides each student with a career and professional development mentor. Our mentors are faculty and staff throughout the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and provide insight into professional development for students pursuing careers in the life sciences.
Research Mentors
Our program coordinates with research mentors in many colleges across the university to support students in the development and completion of the independent research project.
Accelerated Masters Program
The Accelerated Masters Program provides our students with a pathway to a master's degree. The program allows 12 graduate credit hours to apply to a master's degree and an undergraduate degree. The Accelerated Masters Program is currently available to AMBT students who wish to pursue a master's degree in the following disciplines:
Medical Sciences Integrated Plant & Soil Sciences Veterinary Science
Connect with Us
Christopher Crutchfield
Assistant Academic Advising Director
Provides timely and quality advising for each of our students, from first year to graduating senior.
Esther Fleming
Academic Coordinator
Supports students with their first-year experience, research opportunities, career readiness and professional development.
Additional Resources
Undergraduate Research
The UK Office of Undergraduate Research provides a variety of resources for students pursuing undergraduate research.
View ResourcesTransformative Learning
Resources are available for tutoring in general and organic chemistry, math courses and other first-year courses.
View Tutoring ResourcesWell-Being
Well-being resources across campus include the Counseling Center, Recreational Services, Financial Wellness and the Disability Resource Center.
View Well-Being ResourcesResearch Activity Awards
The M-G CAFE supports undergraduate research by awarding funds to deserving undergraduates.
View Details & ApplyAcademic Common Market
Depending on your home state, in-state tuition may be an option for you while studying in our program at UK.
View GuidelinesCenter for Student Success
The M-G CAFE's Center for Student Success is a key resource for prospective and current students in our program.
Visit CenterAdditional Advising
Students in Pre-Professional programs, such as Pre-Veterinary or Pre-Pharmacy, must carefully select coursework as required for their professional schools.
Learn MoreMichael Goodin Global Aspirations Award
This award aims to help students with challenges in their personal life or academic career.
View Details & ApplyScholarship Opportunities
M-G CAFE Scholarships
The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment awards thousands of dollars in academic scholarships each year.
Learn MoreUK Scholarships
The university offers academic scholarships for incoming freshmen, continuing students, transfer students and international students.
Learn MoreScholarship Universe
Scholarship Universe is an online database of external scholarships that have been vetted and approved by the University of Kentucky.
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