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Gainesville, Florida, United States
Bachelor's programmes
Arts, Design & Architecture (17)
- B. Des. Architecture
- B. F.A. Dance
- B.A. Graphic Design
- Bachelor Interior Design
- Bachelor Landscape Architecture
- B.Mus.Ed. Music Education
- Bachelor Music, Bachelor of Music
- B.A. Theatre
- B.F.A. Theatre Performance
- B.F.A. Theatre Production
- B.A. Visual Art Studies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (14)
- B.A. Astronomy
- B.A. Biology
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.A. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Nuclear Engineering
- B.A. Physics
- B.Sc. Physics
- B.A. Statistics
- B.Sc. Statistics
Social Sciences (13)
- B.A. Anthropology
- Bachelor Communication Sciences and Disorders
- B.A. Criminology and Law
- B.A. Criminology and Law
- B.A. Economics
- B.A. Geography
- B.Sc. Geography
- B.A. Jewish Studies
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Portuguese
- B.A. Psychology
Engineering & Technology (12)
- B.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- B.Sc. Electrical Engineering
- B.Sc. Marine Sciences
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Sc. Nuclear Engineering
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (12)
- B.A. Geology
- B.A. Geology
- B.Sc. Geomatics
- B.Sc. Soil and Water Science
Agriculture & Forestry (9)
- B.Sc. Animal Sciences
- B.Sc. Dietetics
- B.Sc. Horticultural Science
- B.A. Plant Science
- B.Sc. Plant Science
Business & Management (8)
- B.Sc. Accounting
- B.Sc. Advertising
- B.Sc. Business Administration
- B.Sc. Finance
- B.Sc. Management
- B.Sc. Marketing
Applied Sciences & Professions (7)
- B.Sc. Construction Management
- B.Sc. Dietetics
- B.Sc. Food Science
Humanities (7)
- B.A. English
- B.A. Linguistics
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Portuguese
- B.A. Religion
- B.A. Spanish
Education & Training (5)
Journalism & Media (5)
- B.Sc. Advertising
- B.Sc. Journalism
- B.Sc. Public Relations
- B.Sc. Telecommunication
Medicine & Health (4)
- B.H.S. Health Science
- B.Sc. Nursing
- B.Sc. Nutritional Sciences
Computer Science & IT (2)
- B.Sc. Geomatics
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
Law (2)
- B.A. Criminology and Law
- B.A. Criminology and Law
About
History
In 1853, the state-funded East Florida Seminary took over the Kingsbury Academy in Ocala. The seminary moved to Gainesville in the 1860s and later was consolidated with the state’s land-grant Florida Agricultural College, then in Lake City. In 1905, by legislative action, the college became a university and was moved to Gainesville.
Education
At UF, our students utilize more than 200 research, service and education centers, bureaus and institutes. With some of the most future-focused facilities led by some of the best minds in their fields, it’s no wonder UF is consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities. Rankings like 4th among AAU publics and 3rd in Kiplinger’s “Best Values in Public Colleges” are a result of UF’s commitment to provide the highest quality education at the best value.
Research
With more than 200 research, service and education centers, bureaus and institutes, UF is dedicated to having a better impact through better research. Together, our focus is on improving lives. Not just in the lab or in theory, but in real life. We’re working together to bring better technology to more people. Our Clinical and Translational Science Institute is speeding the transformation of scientific discoveries into medical advances for patients. Advances like Trusopt, a leading treatment for glaucoma, are reaching patients sooner for a greater impact.
Career
Gator CareerLinkYou won't find outdated job listings here. We receive hundreds of new opportunities each week, which means that GCL contains the most up-to-date information. GCL helps you to:
- research employers recruiting at career fairs
- find out about employer information sessions
- sign up for professional development workshops
- apply for employment opportunities
- be considered for on-campus interviews
- network with employers
- browse employers that recruit at UF
- build your resume and cover letter
- automate your job search
- request a career planning appointment to discuss a range of career topics
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
86 2
2017
88 2
2016
90
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
156 -13
2018
143 -9
2017
134
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
180 -2
2018
178 7
2017
185
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
-
2018
107 -12
2017
95
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
In addition to the many services the Division of Student Affairs provides students, They also focus their attention of Dvision-wide initatives to create more opportunities for student engagement, learning and discovery, improving our students experience at UF and beyond.
- Diversity, Inclusion and Campus Climate
- Global
- Sustainability
- U Matter, We Care
- Collegiate Veterans Success Center
- Staff Satisfaction
- Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement
Housing services
The Department of Housing & Residence Education is responsible for maintaining facilities and programming that enhance the university’s academic mission for 7,600+ residence hall students and 1,900+ Graduate and Family Housing village residents. We are a full service operation, including financial, IT, maintenance, building services, residence life and education, Student Learning and Engagement, Administrative Services, Graduate and Family Housing departments.
Their mission is to provide well-maintained, community-oriented facilities where residents and staff are empowered to learn, innovate, and succeed.Library services
George A. Smathers Libraries
The six George A. Smathers libraries provide primary support to all academic programs except those served by the Lawton Chiles Legal Information Center.Library WestLibrary West holds collections in the humanities and social sciences, including resources supporting the College of Business, Africana Area Studies, East Asian Area Studies, and the Isser and Rae Price.ICT services
DHNet Internet Services provides high-speed Internet access for residents and guests of Housing and Residence Education. DHNet Internet Services utilizes 802.1x authentication on the wired and wireless networks along with SafeConnect Posture Assessment, Copysense copyright protection, and in-house built applications to protect the users.
Medical services
- Shands' affiliation with the UF Health Science Center provides patients with the latest medical advances. UF Health includes the UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital and UF Health Shands Children's Hospital.
- At UF Health Jacksonville, exemplary medical care is complemented by outstanding service. Their mission- to heal, to comfort and to educate
Student Life
Campus life
With an active student body and an abundance of Florida sunshine, recreation is a big part of life on campus. They offer more than 60 intramural and club sports, personal training, a midnight fun run, two lakes, and one of the best fitness facilities in the country. So no matter your interest or skill level, there’s always a great way to get involved with other Gators.
Sports facilities
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
- Stephen C. O'Connell Center
- Alfred A. McKethan Stadium
- James G. Pressly Stadium at Percy Beard Track
Student clubs
- The Nursing College Council
- University of Florida Nursing Association (UFSNA)
Accreditation
When you earn a degree from the University of Florida, you will become part of a group of Gators that spans the globe. In fact, there are more than 330,000 alumni that are located throughout the world. There are University of Florida graduates in all 50 states and in more than 135 countries, truly demonstrating that the Gator Nation is everywhere.
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
Student review
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I am in the Innovation Academy at the University of Florida and have come to love it because it helps one advance in leadership and entrepreneurial skills. In addition, I became closer to my peers as we share similar interests and forming those connections can be very beneficial to my future.
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Terri Hitner rated 5 out of 5 stars
I am currently a Junior at the University of Florida and I could not be happier with my experience so far. At first you always have hesitations and anxiety about whether or not you will thrive in this environment. That first year is always the hardest, where you try to find your core friend group, and the right clubs to join. However, once you get past that first year, I...