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University of Florida

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Tigert Hall The Administration Building
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Location:
Gainesville, FL
Setting:
Mid-sized city
Control:
Public
In-State Tuition:
$5,044
Out-of-State Tuition:
$23,744
Room & Board:
$8,640
Full-Time Undergrads:
31,304
Part-Time Undergrads:
2,324
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School Website:
www.ufl.edu
Admissions Website:
www.admissions.ufl.edu
Financial Aid Website:
www.sfa.ufl.edu
Application Deadline:
November 1
Acceptance Rate:
43 %
Admission Difficulty:
Average
Average SAT Scores:
1170–1360
Average ACT Scores:
26–30

Best Things

  • UF has the best college sports bar according to Playboy Magazine (The Swamp Restaurant).
  • The University is called "TitleTown" for a reason. The school always competes in national championships.
  • Gainesville is one of the best college towns if you are looking for the full experience.
  • Most classes are actually small in size.
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Worst Things

  • If you do not win the football lottery, you must be online at the exact time tickets get released for the unclaimed sale.
  • The Student Nighttime Auxiliary Patrol (SNAP) vans take forever to pick you up to go to your desired location.
  • Do not park your car on the white lines in the parking space; you will get fined. Also, good luck finding a parking space in your designated decal area.
  • Even though there is not a speedometer on your bike, you must obey the speed limit or you will be fined.
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Most Popular Majors

Tags: Traditional Colleges and Universities, Tuition: $20K-30K, Student Body: 30000+, Florida, Mid-sized city, Bachelor's (4-year), Associate (2-year), Master's, Doctoral, Certificate

Overall ExperienceWhat's This?

Some schools have certain advantages over others. Small schools give a feeling of community; large schools have lots of resources; private schools are ripe for close academic relationships with faculty; and state schools offer a good value. Well, UF is not your typical state school, and Gainesville is certainly not your stereotypical small town. Because this place is so big, it has all of the libraries, dorms, athletics, courses, clubs, and services you could want at a good price. But if you put forth just a little effort, you’ll find that the University also has more compassionate, down-to-earth professors, locals, and students that any small, private school could ever dream of having.

The best thing about going to a school like UF is that whatever you want to accomplish in life, it is probably obtainable through going to this school. You will never have to worry about not fitting in with anyone because the campus is a huge melting pot. Students are never bored on campus because there is literally always something to do with friends both on or off campus. And who wouldn't want to go to a school where the immense amount of school pride is literally unexplainable? It sure is great to be a Florida Gator.

Florida Student Reviews

Overall Experience at University of Florida

hdonaldson8

Psychology '12

4.2
A-

I Love It Here!

I really love UF but Gainesville can be a little boring. If you don't like to drop a lot of cash then there is a limited number of things to do around the city. But I love the campus, the professors for my major, and of course, the Football! Being able to go to football games and be a part of this large community of fans is a wonderful experience. The Gator Nation truly is everywhere and I am so blessed to be a part of it

May 18, 2012

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Overall Experience at University of Florida

sandygator9

Marketing '15

4.6
A

LOVE THIS NATION

It's no wonder we're called the gator nation. The pride at this school is incredible and seeps into your very core. I love how social it is and how easy it is to make friends. There's never a dull moment at UF. From home football games, crazy frat parties, eating out with friends, there is always something to do. The majority of the professors are also great. They really care about your intake of knowledge and growth at the University of Florida. I just finished my freshman year, and If I could I would do it all over again.

May 15, 2012

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Overall Experience at University of Florida

gatorje

Environmental Sciences '13

5.0
A+

Fantastic College Experience

UF is your classic college town and provides the opportunity to experience everything you want to in college. You just have to take advantage of everything the school has to offer. I couldn't have made a better choice. There is an amazing football team and school spirit, excellent academic choices and education and endless ways to enjoy your time here.

Mar 15, 2012

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