Admissions

1. Academic Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) 

2. Transcript Submission

• Official transcript should be sent directly from the institution to graduate@admissions.ufl.edu or: 

Mail to: 
UF Admissions 
PO Box 114000 
201 Criser Hall 
Gainesville, FL 32611-4000 

3.  Work Experience

• Two years of full-time work experience preferred

4. Letter of Recommendation 

• One letter of recommendation, this can be from a professional or academic resource. 

5. Statement of Purpose 

• 1 page, 12-point font
• This statement should explain your purpose for pursuing the degree, your career experience, and your future goals. 

6. Resume 

• Your resume should be current and highlight previous professional and academic experience, as well as achievements and awards.
• Pursuant to Florida Statute, your application requires the inclusion of all post-high school education and employment, as well as information about ongoing international affiliations and research funding. Please ensure this information is included on your curriculum vitae (CV) or résumé. 

7. Application Fee 

• Application Fee: $37.00 - Those paying with a credit card will be charged a $1.75 fee. 

8. Application Status

• You may submit your application any time before the deadline. Applicants are encouraged to submit supplemental material as soon as possible to avoid a delay in processing
  
  You can check the status of your application at any time here.

9. Admissions Decision

• Applicants typically receive an admissions decision—accepted or denied—via email within two weeks of submitting a completed application.
  
  Admitted students will receive further instructions regarding orientation, how to register for courses, and where to obtain textbooks and other materials.