The University of Florida (UF), ranked in the top 20 for public universities in the United States, offers both graduate and undergraduate programs and has 16 colleges, including: College of Dentistry, College of Design, Construction & Planning, College of Law, College of Education, College of Agricultural & Life Sciences, College of Business Administration, College of Medicine, College of Engineering, College of Fine Arts, College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Nursing, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, College of Journalism & Communications, College of Health & Human Performance, and College of Public Health & Health Profession.
Continuing education, distance learning and executive education are also available for students and working professionals seeking a flexible learning environment. The university’s distance learning program allows students to work towards either undergraduate or graduate degrees, certifications, or enjoy personal development courses online. With executive education, the University of Florida provides customized programs for working professionals which are geared toward developing personal skills.
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at University of Florida.
University of Florida serves a wide variety of students including, undergraduate students, graduate students, transfer students, and international students, offering more than 100 undergraduate majors and more than 200 graduate programs
To apply to the university, prospective students can apply online and must include the resume and essay sections. There is a non-refundable application fee which may be submitted online for small fee, or mailed as a check or money order directly to the university. Prospective students must also arrange for high school transcripts along with ACT and/or SAT scores to be sent to the university.
Financial Aid
The University of Florida provides financial assistance through scholarships, grants, loans, and student employment. Eligible students have a number of choices of scholarships and grants to investigate.
In addition, academic scholarships are available through individual colleges and schools at the university. These scholarships are strictly based on academic ability as well as academic achievement.
A detailed website is available for eligible students with links to many financial aid resources.
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
University of Florida 4050th for the average student loan amount.
Secrets to getting the best Florida scholarships and financial aid
The University of Florida offers two campus housing options, including single-student residence hall living and on-campus apartment complexes. For those living on-campus, the university provides various residential meal plans. And for those living off campus, the university offers small commuter meal plans.
Campus life at the University of Florida is filled with many opportunities for students. There are over 750 student organizations, including more than 60 student religious groups. The university offers Greek life, university athletics, recreational sports, student government, campus employment, research with faculty opportunities, and more. In addition, there are four campus radio stations, two television stations, as well as other media outlets such as yearbook, newsletters, and an off-campus newspaper.
For students nearing graduation, the University of Florida offers use of a Career Resource Center to assist graduating students with their job search.
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at University of Florida?
Ranked among the nation’s top ten universities for more than 20 years, the University of Florida Gators compete in the Southeastern Conference under the supervision of the University Athletic Association (UAA).
There are eight men’s intercollegiate sports, including baseball, basketball, football, cross country, golf, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field and ten women’s intercollegiate sports, including basketball, cross country, gymnastics, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, swimming & diving, track & field, and volleyball.
The university also offers intramural sports, sports clubs, aquatics, and fitness through the Department of Recreational Sports. This provides an opportunity for students to enjoy competitions on a non-varsity level, and still wreak the benefits of being part of a team. All intramural league sports have weekly games and conclude the season with a tournament. The University of Florida intramural sports include basketball, flag football, sand volleyball, indoor soccer, outdoor soccer, softball, ultimate Frisbee, and volleyball.
In addition, there are 38 competitive sports clubs who work on skill development, participation and student leadership. To participate in a sports club, the individual must be a current University of Florida student, staff member, faculty member, or a spouse of one those members.
The University of Florida Gators also have several spirit teams including a cheerleading squad, the Dazzlers dance team, mascots, and a marching band.
Campus Crime Statistics
Ranks 10th in Florida and
274th overall
on StateUniversity.com‘s Safe School Index
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over 3 years agokay nmorris ks_morris ((at)) comcast dot net
I read in a high ed. piece that the President of this University has endorsed a presendential candidate. I beleive this is out of line even tho he states it is his own personal opinion...no, Sir, the way the campaign put it out, sounds like the University has made the endorsement...Public unversities I thought had a higher standard of reply.
about 4 years agoNeil BeatlesUS ((at)) aol dot com
The University of Florida is a fantastic place to go to college. Gainesville is a great college town and the whole experience of attending a football game, or any event there, is like no other. Fan support is awesome---90,000 plus fans for EVERY game, no matter the opponent, no matter their own record---the GATOR NATION loves its GATORS!!!! Its Great..to be..a Florida Gator....Class of 1991......
over 4 years agoNiki ankriston ((at)) aol dot com
To gusman70 and tommy44-you two need to grow up! UF is a great school-offering a first class education. If you have a problem with the tazing incident I'm going to say that you both have probably caused some problems in your day. You have seen on TV what the media WANTED you to see-not everything that went on. I give credit to law enforcement. Why don't you two lazy-asses go out there and put your lives on the line and deal with the crap that law enforcement has to deal with everyday including some stupid punk ass dickhead who thinks he has a right to be disruptive and conduct himself in such a manner and then comeback and tells us how it is. Were you there in Gainesville when the murders took place? Did you deal with any of that? Didn't think so! So unless you're in the situation, then shut up and mind your own business. Just b/c you're in college doesn't mean you have the right to act like an ass! By the way...you both need to learn to spell!
over 4 years agogus gusman70 ((at)) aol dot com
this school is the worst i have ever seen if they don't fire that female want to be cop then ou know what i said is true all that kid did was ask a question all those want to be's should be fired and that kid should get a full ride it is our job to ask questions and that is what he did
over 4 years agoTommy M. tommy44 ((at)) zoomtown dot com
I know my comment doesn't mean a thing to you all.But,the way your university want-a-be cops tased that student is awful.It's pitiful and charges should be brought against the cops.No one wants to see anyone loose their employment ,but their actions call for their dismisell.The female cop telling him he started a riot,come on,she needs to be back flipping hamburgers.This is my opinion only and I'm niot even a Gator fan,but the kid only asked a question.
almost 5 years agoTom3 tom ((at)) tom dot com
I just read the Florida legislature is trying to force the University to name the school of education after Jeb Bush.
That's because the university refused to give Jebbie an honorary degree.
The gall of these Repukes, forcing the university to name a building after a Repuke. Repukes HATE education.
I hope all the students vandalize the signs when they go up. Steal them.
almost 5 years agoJan Claffey Jangram2 ((at)) aol dot com
Being a Buckeye, (born and raised in OHIO) I was wanting the Buckeyes to win the basketball championship game on Monday night. The neatest thing I saw was the Gater player named Noah leave the celebrating on the floor and bolt up thru the crowd, find his Mom and give her the biggest hug for the longest time. (Almost made me happy for Him and the Gaters) So glad the cameraman caught it for us to see. Congratulations "Noah" and all the Gaters. Jan C. a Buckeye Fan
almost 5 years agoVIRGINIA RUSHING LRUSHING ((at)) ADELPHIA dot NET
I WAS BORN AND RAISED IN GAINESVILLE, FL. I JUST WANT TO SAY THE UNIVERSITY IS NUMBER ONE TOP SHAPED COLLEGE. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK AND KEEP THE GATOR SWAMP ALIVE. AND DON'T GET IT TWISTED.
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ks_morris ((at)) comcast dot net
I read in a high ed. piece that the President of this University has endorsed a presendential candidate. I beleive this is out of line even tho he states it is his own personal opinion...no, Sir, the way the campaign put it out, sounds like the University has made the endorsement...Public unversities I thought had a higher standard of reply.