Regional Admissions Counselors of California

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University of Florida

Gainesville, Florida | ufl.edu

Named the 2024 #1 Best Public University from The Wall Street Journal, the University of Florida is committed to challenging convention. UF sees things not as they are, but as they could be. UF strives for a greater impact: one measured in people helped and lives improved. UF is one of the most comprehensive universities in the world as only five other universities can match the educational offerings on one campus. Strong, positive rankings make your degree more valuable to you and potential employers. UF has some of the best career coaching and career fairs in the nation. The top-notch faculty is here for you with better discussions, more resources, and greater feedback. UF’s Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships is dedicated to helping students obtain financial resources so they can achieve their educational goals. Becoming a Gator isn’t just about your college experience - it’s about a lifetime of support and connections. Go Gators!

Representatives

Pam Lang
She/Her/Hers
West Coast Regional Admissions Officer
(352) 672-1081 plang@admissions.ufl.edu

Details

Institution Type
Public 

Campus Setting
Rural

Closest Airport (Distance)
GNV (6 mi)

Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
36,852 / 60,466

Average Class Size
No Answer

Student-to-Faculty Ratio
17:1

Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
21% / 48% / 4%

Athletics Division
Division I

Athletics League
SEC

Mid-Range ACT / SAT
30 - 34 / 1360 - 1500

Mid-Range GPA
4.5 - 4.7

GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: University Recalculated
Scholarships: University Recalculated

Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
74,842 / 17,558 (27%)

Deposits
7,706

Applications Accepted
Common App
Coalition App

Application Information

Test Optional? No

Demonstrated Interest? No

Rolling Admission? No

Admission Interview? No

Need-blind Admission? Yes

WUE Tuition Exchange? No

CA Specific Scholarships? No

Freshman App Deadlines
Early Action - Nov. 1
Regular Decision - Jan. 15

Transfer App Deadline
Fall: Feb 15
Spring: Sept 15

Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application

Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
N/A

Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
Depends on the academic program

Link to Scholarship Info
https://admissions.ufl.edu/cost-and-aid/scholarships

Points of Pride

  1. UF has a 97% first-year student retention rate, which is one of the highest in the nation!

  2. UF has 1000+ student organizations, from the preprofessional clubs to the Falling Gators skydiving club to The Alligator, one of the largest student-run newspapers in the nation, including 60+ Greek organizations.

  3. With a median age of 26, Gainesville is the quintessential college town - a foodie’s paradise that’s alive with energy. You can explore one of our eight state parks, attend a sporting event, visit one of the many museums, or soak up the sun at a nearby freshwater spring.