Grounded and groundbreaking — that’s Auburn University Graduate School. Our vibrant campus is in a small southern city with a hometown feel and the happiest student body in the country, as ranked by the Princeton Review. The cutting-edge research and technology at our R1 land-grant institution make us one of the nation’s top-ranked public universities. Explore our 200+ graduate degree programs and our 400+ graduate program options across 12 academic colleges and take the next steps on your graduate education journey.

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#1 Happiest Students
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R1 Institution
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Mission, Vision & Values

Our Mission

To promote excellence in graduate and professional programs and positively impact the lives of the people of Alabama, the nation and the world.

Our Vision

To be a leading institution for graduate, professional and postdoctoral education and training.

Our Values

Excellence in Academics
As an R1 institution and one of the largest public universities in the southeastern United States, we are committed to recruit, retain, support, develop and graduate a diverse population of outstanding students. With over 200 degree programs and 400 program options including graduate minors and certificates, Auburn University offers a wide range of options.

Hard Work with Purpose
We live the Auburn Creed in all that we say and do towards our primary goal of preparing graduate and professional students for productive careers and leadership in their fields through excellent educational experiences, professional development training and community-building social activities. Our alumni go on to lead our nation and world in building intelligent systems for a safer world, resilient communities and healthcare technologies for a better tomorrow.

 

Hargis Hall History

Hargis Hall, one of Auburn University's most historic and architecturally distinctive buildings, is home to the Graduate School. Constructed in 1888, it predates the iconic Samford Hall by just a few months and was originally built to house the chemistry department.

Auburn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees. Questions about accreditation may be directed to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.