As a top public research university, William and Mary offers Arts & Sciences graduate degree programs that are highly competitive, involve close collaboration with faculty members, and provide opportunities for interdisciplinary study. A&S graduate programs are enhanced by internships and apprenticeships at a number of nearby research facilities. Students in the natural and computational sciences are encouraged to take advantage of William and Mary's strong connections with research laboratories and consortia in the area. For students in the humanities and social sciences, a wealth of resources are available for obtaining practical experience in a variety of career fields.