University of Florida
University of Florida Summary
What makes University of Florida unique?
The University of Florida is a public institution that was founded in 1853 in the suburban college town of Gainesville, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of about 35,000 students, all of whom attend classes on a campus that covers over 3 square miles. UF is on a semester-based academic calendar with tuition and fees for in-state students at almost a quarter of the cost that out-of-state students pay.
The University of Florida is made up of 16 colleges and over 200 graduate programs, including competitive engineering, marketing, and education programs. It is a public, nonprofit institution that was founded by James Henry Roper, who donated private land to build the school. The school is known for hosting the largest student-run newspaper, the Independent Florida Alligator, and for the invention of Gatorade at the College of Medicine.
The University of Florida has a rich student athletic history, championed by John J. Tigert through the development of the first grant-based aid for student-athletes. Beyond academics, the University of Florida athletic teams compete in the SEC, with an annual football rivalry with the University of Georgia. Students at UF enjoy an eclectic array of restaurants and nightlife in Gainesville and get to watch exciting football games every Saturday. Notable alumni include former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow, American songwriter Stephen Stills, and sports broadcaster Cris Collinsworth.
University of Florida Review
Degree Overview
Check out the most popular majors and specific degrees students have earned at University of Florida.
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Online Programs
Check out the online programs offered at University of Florida.
Accreditation Information
Specialized Institution Accreditations
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Dietetics (DIETI) - Dietetic Internship (Newell Drive Building 475)
- Didactic Program in Dietetics
Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education
- Nurse Midwifery (MIDWF) - Basic certificate and graduate nurse-midwifery education programs for registered nurses
Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
- Pharmacy (PHAR) - Professional degree programs
American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
- Law (LAW) - Professional schools
American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
- Predoctoral
- Endodontics
- Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology- (OMP)
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (OMR)
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS)
- Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics (including maxillofacial prosthetics and combined prosthodontics/maxillofacial prosthetics)
American Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
- Occupational Therapy (OTM) - Programs leading to a Master's Degree
American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
- Physical Therapy (PT) - Professional programs for the physical therapist
American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
- Clinical Psychology (CLPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
- Counseling Psychology (COPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
- Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs (University of Florida Counseling and Wellness Center Psychology Internship)
- Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs (University of Florida Health Science Center Psychology Internship)
- School Psychology (SCPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
- Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) - Graduate degree programs
- Clinical doctoral program in Audiology
American Veterinary Medical Association, Council on Education
- Veterinary Medicine (VET) - Programs leading to a D.V.M. or D.M.V. degree (College of Veterinary Medicine)
Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
- Health Services Administration (HSA) - Graduate programs in health services administration
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
- Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels (College of Nursing)
Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
- English Language (English Language Intensive English Program)
Council on Education for Public Health
- Public Health (PHG) - Graduate level school of public health
Liaison Committee on Medical Education
- Medicine (MED) - Programs leading to the M.D. degree
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
* Source data obtained from U.S. Department of Education's Office of Post-secondary Education (OPE)
Alumni & Student Reviews
Career Preparation
What letter grade would you give your school on how well it prepares students for a career in the real world?
Based on 21 Reviews-
Alumni
Ph.D. Neuroscience, Class of 1985knowledge base for my discipline
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Alumni
Chemistry, Class of 1996I already had a career in the real world so I never needed to know what career aids were availlable
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Alumni
English, Class of 2015Classes and career resource center
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Alumni
Marketing, Class of 1984Back then, very little. Maybe help on writing a resume.
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Alumni
Electrical Engineering, Class of 2001IPPD Program, Job fairs, IEEE & other professional organizations
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Alumni
Electrical Engineering, Class of 2011Interdisciplinary engineering projects, career fairs
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Alumni
B.M.E., M.Ed., Ed.S., Class of 1988An extensive alum association Internships Mandatory study abroad
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Alumni
Agricultural & Biological Engineer, Class of 2011They have a career resource center that offers a lot of services. I participated in mock interviews. They also have Career Fairs twice a year.
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Alumni
MS Computer Engineering, Class of 2007career fair, good website for finding jobs
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Alumni
Tourism, Recreation and Sports Management, Class of 2007training, groups, networking, business fraternities, etc.
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Alumni
Management, Class of 2009Assistance getting internships, clubs, technical writing
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Alumni
Digital Arts and Sciences, Class of 2004Career training center and courses (I suspect)
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Alumni
Building Construction, Class of 2014career fairs each semester, lots of career focused teams and clubs, career advisors
Students and Culture
What letter grade would you give the students/culture at your school?
Based on 21 Reviews-
Alumni
B.S. Microbiology , Class of 1972Don't know. Haven't been back in a long time.
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Alumni
Electrical Engineering, Class of 2011Very communal. Engineering students at least are social, but everyone works hard at their academics too.
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Alumni
B.M.E., M.Ed., Ed.S., Class of 1988An eclectic mix from all over the world. Very diverse.
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Alumni
Agricultural & Biological Engineer, Class of 2011Everything college should be! Very open, friendly, encouraging of free thinkers and learning about other cultures. Typical college parties and Big on Football.
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Alumni
MS Computer Engineering, Class of 2007Good mix of smart and fun
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Alumni
Tourism, Recreation and Sports Management, Class of 2007Amazing - best experience of my life!
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Alumni
Management, Class of 2009lots of school spirit, lots of parties
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Alumni
Digital Arts and Sciences, Class of 2004There are those that take college seriously and there are those that take college life seriously.
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Alumni
Building Construction, Class of 2014diverse, lots of foreigners in grad school, lots of greek life and everyone loves to party
Facilities
What letter grade would you give the facilities at your school.
Based on 21 Reviews-
Alumni
Ph.D. Neuroscience, Class of 1985Don't know now; it was a long time ago
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Alumni
Psychology, Class of 1982It's been 33 years. I don't know.
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Alumni
B.S. Microbiology , Class of 1972Don't know- too long since I was there
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Alumni
Electrical Engineering, Class of 2001Not sure, I graduated 15 years ago. They were nice when I was there.
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Alumni
B.M.E., M.Ed., Ed.S., Class of 1988It's a land grant university and it lacks for nothing, although some of the dorms could use an update. The alum organizations are also stellar in their support.
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Alumni
Agricultural & Biological Engineer, Class of 2011The facilities vary based on the department. The Civil engineering computer labs left a lot to be desired. The classrooms are nothing special. The dorms vary from excellent to poor. The dining halls are great, the gyms are great, the grounds are nice.
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Alumni
MS Computer Engineering, Class of 2007Dorms and some classrooms were pretty bad, the food was good, the computer labs were decent
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Alumni
Medical Technology, Class of 1986Mix of old and new
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Alumni
Building Construction, Class of 2014lots of places being remodeled/upgraded, excellent facilities
Activities and Groups
What overall letter grade would you give the activities/groups at your school?
Based on 21 Reviews-
Alumni
Chemistry, Class of 1996I enjoyed canoeing the nearby rivers and lakes, do not know what others did
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Alumni
English, Class of 2008Nothing is unique, but sports and Greek life are popular.
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Alumni
Electrical Engineering, Class of 2001Don't know, I was a non-traditional married student, didn't spend much time on campus except for classes.
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Alumni
Electrical Engineering, Class of 2011There are so many different types it's hard to list one.
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Alumni
B.M.E., M.Ed., Ed.S., Class of 1988Gator Growl Club teams Greek
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Alumni
Agricultural & Biological Engineer, Class of 2011Going to a football game in the Swamp is life changing! We also have several natural springs in the area for tubing. The University also has a lake where they rent out canoes, or water skis or sail boats.
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Alumni
Medical Technology, Class of 1986Large campus, wide variety of opportunities to get involved. Football was widely popular
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Alumni
Classical Literature, Class of 2000probably football - but I can't stand it/never attended
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Alumni
Management, Class of 2009football games, watching bats at the bat house
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Alumni
Building Construction, Class of 2014greek life, sports outings, midtown bars
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