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What to Expect on Decision Day
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on Feb 21, 2022It’s the most anticipated time of the year for the Office of Admissions: Decision Week! Read more
Fall 2021

We're in the Top 5!
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on Sep 20, 2021After years of hard work, investment in student and faculty resources, and dedication from the entire community, the University of... Read more
Summer 2021

My Summer Plans
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on Jun 2, 2021This past year was not the year anyone expected, but at UF we were fully equipped to handle the challenges... Read more
Spring 2021

A Look Back at Spring Semester
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on Apr 21, 2021As I reflect on Spring 2021, I realize that some aspects of my life remained the same, and others have... Read more

Welcome #UF25!
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on Apr 9, 2021In February 2021, the University of Florida Office of Admissions invited just over 15,000 new students to join The Gator... Read more

A Glimpse Into a UF Student's Reading List
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on Apr 7, 2021I have always loved reading, but some of my favorite reads by far have been from my time in the... Read more

My Experience as an Out-of-Stater Gator
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on Mar 31, 2021Deciding to apply to UF as an out-of-state student was pretty easy. I come from a Big 10 family, but... Read more

How I Made My UF Decision
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on Mar 25, 2021Picture this: You have never stepped foot on UF’s campus and are faced with the decision of whether or not... Read more

Women's History Month at UF
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on Mar 17, 2021This Women's History Month, I encourage you to take some time to honor the women of your past and cherish... Read more

What Does a Summer Semester at UF Look Like?
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on Mar 10, 2021Summer semesters at UF offer the opportunity to get a more personal first look at UF. Read more

What to Expect on Decision Day
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on Feb 24, 2021It’s the most anticipated time of the year for the Office of Admissions: Decision Week! Read more

Black History Month at UF
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on Feb 19, 2021Vanessa W. Toussaint, an executive director of Black History Month at UF, shares how UF BHM celebrated despite the COVID-19... Read more

Decision Day Tips
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on Feb 17, 2021With less than two weeks left, we gathered a few tips about how to prepare for the big day. Read more

All About PaCE
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on Feb 10, 2021There is more than one way to become a Gator – but there's only one Gator Nation! Read more
Fall 2020

Navigators at UF
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on Dec 11, 2020Navigators is a mentorship program that pairs an American UF student with a study abroad or international student. The Navigator... Read more

Finding Community at UF
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on Dec 2, 2020The process of finding your people at UF looks different for everyone, but once it happens it will totally change... Read more

UF Admissions Myths
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on Nov 6, 2020It’s that time of year again! Every application season, we get lots of questions about the top myths surrounding admission... Read more

From One Senior to Another
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on Nov 4, 2020Senior year comes and goes quick, here's some advice from a current UF senior on how to take advantage of... Read more
Mastering the Waiting Game
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on Oct 22, 2020After months of focus on scholarships and college applications, what should high school seniors after they press the submit button?... Read more

Hispanic Heritage Month at UF
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on Oct 15, 2020The theme for our celebration this year was "Iluminar: Make Your Colors Shine Bright." Coming to a new environment where... Read more

Working On Campus
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on Oct 7, 2020Working on campus at the University of Florida is an opportunity that is offered through many departments. The list of... Read more

Out-of-Stater Gators
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on Oct 1, 2020The University of Florida welcomes many out-of-state students every year. Whether you're moving to a new city, state, or country,... Read more