Apply:Freshman

After Being Admitted

Admitted Student Checklist for Class of 2029

Follow this checklist so you do not miss any important deadlines.

1

Using your UFID, create your GatorLink login.

Locate your UFID number in your Gator Portal under “Application Materials.” A few days after being admitted, you will receive an email to create your GatorLink username and password.

Gator Portal

2

Set up your official GatorMail email account.

Using your new GatorLink login, set up your GatorMail email account. Choose your email name wisely! You will use this email to communicate with professors.

GatorMail

3

Secure your housing.

If you haven’t already, complete your on-campus Housing Application, as housing is not reserved for first-year students. Once complete, you will then sign your Student Housing Agreement and later you will receive an email to select your space.

  • PaCE students will have the opportunity to live on campus once they transition to an on-campus academic program.
On-Campus Housing Off-Campus Housing

4

Complete your 2025-26 FAFSA.

If you haven't already submitted a 2025-26 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), do so today to unlock the fullest range of financial aid options available to you. The FAFSA will help to maximize your chances of getting the best support package possible.

FAFSA

5

Confirm enrollment by May 1.

Confirm your enrollment via the Gator Portal, and pay the non-refundable $200 tuition deposit, unless your fees were waived.

Gator Portal

6

Register for Preview (freshman orientation).

Preview is UF's required, freshman orientation program. You must confirm your enrollment and pay the non-refundable tuition deposit before registering for Preview.

Preview

7

Submit official test scores by May 1.

Arrange to have the College Board, ACT, or Classic Learning Test (CLT) send your official test scores to the Office of Admissions by May 1. Check your Gator Portal for test score status.

Gator Portal

8

Complete the UF Quest 1 survey by May 2.

Complete the UF Quest 1 Survey to list your preferences for a UF Quest 1 course.

  • PaCE students do not need to complete this survey.
Quest Survey

9

Submit official transcripts by July 1.

Mailing: UF Office of Admissions, P.O. Box 114000, Gainesville, FL 32611-4000
Electronic: te@admissions.ufl.edu

Make arrangements to send your final transcripts with diploma date to our office by July 1, as your school may not automatically do this. Check your Gator Portal for transcript(s) status.

PaCE and UF Online Options.

The UF Online Optional Fee Package gives PaCE and UF Online students who reside in or frequently visit Gainesville access to on-campus student services.

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