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#38 in USA

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International students are advised to apply for University of Florida admissions within the application deadlines listed below:

  • UG Early Action - Nov 1, 2026

About University of Florida

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Year of establishment
1853
Also known as
UF
University website
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Student website
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Total foreign students
6000
No. of campus
1
Scholarships available
15
Endowment value
USD 1 billion
Scholarships granted
31013
Scholarship amount granted
USD 295 million
Application fees
USD 30
English proficiency test
Not required
Accepted exams
SAT/ACT accepted
Required
Total faculty
5599
Faculty/Student ratio
16
UG/PG course ratio
2.5
Total criminal offences
543
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On Highlights
Q:   Does the University of Florida accept international students?
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Yes, UF accepts international students. It hosts over 6,000 international students. At the graduate level international students’ page of the University of Florida, it has been stated that the university welcomes international students from over 130 countries. The university has been in the Top 20 for total international students at any institute in the U.S

  • Undergraduate: 39
  • Graduate: 703

ReadTop Reasons to Study in USA

Q:   What GPA do you need for UF Masters?
A: 

Minimum GPA requirements vary for different courses. But the general GPA deemed acceptable for a chance at admissions is 3.7 on a 4.0 scale. This is not surprising since the Uni Florida acceptance rate is 24% per data curated from multiple unofficial sources. 

Q:   What are some useful tips for students starting their first semester at the University of Florida?
A: 

Some useful tips for prospective students of Uni of Florida USA are listed below-

  • Students must keep their studies at priority and pay attention to assignments
  • It's alright to feel lost and overwhelmed at first, but students will find their way in some time. Expand social circle.
  • Actively participate in clubs, events and other co curricular activities
  • Remember to enjoy the moment

University of Florida Ranking 2026

#190

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#38

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Q:   What is the University of Florida QS Ranking 2027?
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UFlorida QS Ranking 2027 is #228 in the world. It ranked #212 for the year 2026.

Florida Uni performs better when it comes to rankings given by US News and World Report where it ranks #109 as part of Global Universities category for the 2025/26 session. 

Q:   Is Uni Florida still a top 5 public school?
A: 

While Florida Uni is considered part of best public universities in USA. It is not among top 5. UF ranks #7 among all public universities in USA and #30 among all universities in USA, according to US News and World Report. 

Among institutes ahead of UF are - UCLA, UC Berkeley, Uni Michigan-Ann Arbor, University of Virginia, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill and UC San Diego

How to get into University of Florida from India?

  • Application fees :USD 30
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   What are some useful tips for students starting their first semester at the University of Florida?
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Here are some tips that students starting their first semester at University of Florida must keep in minds-

  • Starting college is a big change in life, so give yourself some time to change
  • Get involved. For this, you can join organisation of your interest at the university
  • Try new things and step out of your comfort zone such as join any club unrelated to your course, take dance classes, explore new place in Gainesville area
  • Try to do your best. Since joining a college is a challenging task, it is best to give your hundred percent be it studies or participating in extracurriculars
Q:   What are the University of Florida admission requirements for international graduate students?
A: 

To get enrolled in University of Florida for higher studies in USA, all international graduate students are required to fulfill certain admission requirements. Exact entry requirements may differ according to choice of course. However, Uni of Florida demands the following requirements from prospective overseas applicants:

Degree

Standardized Tests

(As Per Course Requirement)

English Proficiency

(Any One)

  • A four-year undergraduate degree or a three-year undergraduate degree
  • Work experience
  • Minimum TOEFL scores of 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, or 80 Internet-based
  • Minimum IELTS score of 6.0
Q:   How can I apply to University of Florida?
A: 

University of Florida accepts international applications either through the Common Application. Applicants must ensure that they submit any one application as two applications might result in cancellation of submission. Uni of Florida does not give preference to any of the two admission applications, thus, students can thoroughly go through the steps for application materials required and then decide on submitting any one amidst Coalition/Common Application for University of Florida admissions at the undergraduate level.

For graduate admissions at the University of Florida, international students can apply through the respective course of choice from Florida University's official website. While applying, candidates are required to pay the non-refundable application fee worth USD 30 (INR 2.9 K).







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University of Florida Scholarships for Indian Students

15No. of scholarships available
13.9 LTotal scholarship amount
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On Scholarships
Q:   Does the University of Florida offer scholarships for international students?
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University of Florida offers various scholarships to international students which are given based on application submitted by student. Merit scholarship is given to about 10% of freshmen accepted each year. Some most popular University of Florida scholarships for international students are-

UF Scholarship Name 

Disbursement Amount 

Alumni Scholarship 

Up to USD 8,000 per year 

Sunshine Scholarship 

Up to USD 16,000 per year 

Gator Nation Scholarship 

Up to USD 20,000 per year 

Admissions Honors Scholarship 

Offered the opportunity to join the University Research Scholars Program, a USD 2,000 residential tuition waiver will be awarded 

University of Florida Popular Courses

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University of Florida
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 53% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Fun loving
Multi-dimensional
Internships3.4
Part time work4.3
Post study jobs3.8
Quality of faculty4.3
Student Life4.6
Value for money4.3
Public transportation4.6
Safety4.5
Indian Food4
Permanent Immigration3.3
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
4.4
Great campus and reputation. Average CS courses. Excellent on-campus part time.
Tips: Students should have good clarity on which career path they want to pursue. Carefully choose courses that align with your domain. You should meet the prerequisites. Try to pick courses that include strong hands on projects as these projects can later be added to your resume and will be useful for jobs. All in all be attentive and active. Participate in events and organise few clubs. I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Likes (Safety): Most people in Gainesville are connected to the university in one or another, which generally makes it a safe place to live. Off-campus accommodation is also quite safe. There aren't many fancy places to hang out on weekends, but if you stay in the Southwest area where many Indians live, you'll find plenty of food options and all the essential stores within walking distance. Transportation to the university is mostly through RTS buses (Gainesville regional buses), which are reliable and safe. Safety is not something to worry about in Gainesville.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025Read more
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Prashanth Chandrasekaran Verified Icon
Master of Science in Information Systems and Operations Management - Batch of 2025
4.0
University of Florida- A good school that could be made a lot better
Tips: Cultural shift for sure at the beginning, as for any new country but once it settles in, it should be fine. My course department doesn't offer any scholarships but the engineering department does offer scholarships. It was based on the GRE/GMAT score and almost everyone in engineering, especially international students, got a scholarship.
Likes (Indian Food): There are quite a few indian restaurant options nearby and grocery shops. There is a good network of buses across the campus. It's pretty easy to find familiar ingredients, snacks and ready to eat items and cooking at home is quite convenient too. There is no need for a car in a city like Gainesville, as it has good buses.
Dislikes (Value for money): I don't feel the tuition fee for this course is justified. Studying in the US is expensive and when I look back at everything, I don't feel like I got enough out of the programme to match the level of investment I made. Not that the course was bad it did cover relevant topics and there were moments where I learned useful things but the value didn't match the price tag.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 800
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2026
4.2
Great academic experience with supportive community and affordable education.
Tips: The weather in Gainesville is quite similar to indian weather. There is no snowfall but summers can be quite hot and humid. The cultural shift is minimal since there is a large indian community which the transition smoother and helps us feel at home. I received the academic excellence scholarship, which offers $1500 per semester up to 3 semesters. It is awarded to all international students admitted to UF. The only drawback is that Gainesville is not a major city, so there are few local internship opportunities compared to metropolitan areas.
Likes (Value for money): UF is one of the top rated public universities in the U. S, offering excellent academic quality, resources and opportunities at an affordable cost. Considering the value of education, faculty expertise and campus facilities the tuition fee is justified.
Dislikes (Internships): Many of them, especially in the fields of security or government related projects require U. S. citizenship, which limits eligibility for international students. University career connections do provide enough direction and suggestions in terms of career pathways. Internships are relevant to the field of study.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1100
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 90000
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025Read more
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Ayush Ranjan Verified Icon
- Batch of 2027
4.1
The perks and cons of studying at a low cost University like UF.
Tips: Few scholarships / RA ships are available. Largely self funded, but considering the uncertainty, it's a good investment not to go for expensive universities. It ranks good in the Scheme in the country. Lab courses are designed to meet job skills. Networking is largely on your own.
Likes (Safety): Gainesville is pretty safe. RTS buses are functional throughout the day. At night, it is advisable to travel in groups, however, no untoward incident is reported towards students.
Dislikes (Internships): Internships are hard to come by in the current market situation. It's largely dependent on your own network, having a great resume and going to a career fair to build some contacts. For the Scheme, teaching skills in labs are largely helpful in securing internships. The University gives the option to go for a co-op if you secure an internship.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2925
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2027
4.0
Very good faculty and nice environment.
Tips: Excellent ROI, with the lowest tuition nationally, but location wise not a good choice, but if you are from the CS Department, the location should not affect you that much. People from here have gotten into very good companies, so basically it's up to you.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty members are very good. They come from very reputable universities across the world. Diversity is there in the department, and you'll absolutely love the courses over here, like MS and NLP. Teaching methodology varies from faculty to faculty, but it is great.
Dislikes (Indian Food): It's a university town, so very less Indian food options are available. But still, for other things, you can find many options here. Walmart is the best option for groceries. There are a lot of food chains available in the area. So you won't have difficulty finding the food that you like.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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Nandu Tejaswini Verified Icon
- Batch of 2024
4.7
Healthy environment to live and great education.
Tips: I got a 2500 scholarship based on my GRE, IELTS and B.Tech GPA. I also like that we're allowed to take other field courses. I've met people from different cultures and backgrounds and it's easy to make friends here because everyone is new. My apartment is also close to Indian stores, which is convenient. The faculty are really supportive and will help you whenever you are stuck with. I'm very happy and satisfied with my university.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 525
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 125325
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2025Read more
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University of Florida Job Outcomes

Top Recruiters

Schlumberger
ACCENTURE
3M
Frito Lays
Bank of America
Procter Gamble
Gartner
CapGemini
AT&T
Citigroup
Nestle
Accenture
Johnson Johnson
Deloitte
IBM
Disney
Lockheed Martin Corp.
Target
Abbot
Delta Airlines
Glaxo Smithkline
Eaton Ltd
HSBC
JP Morgan Chase
Ernst & Young
Protiviti
Exxon
Ford Motors
pwc
General Electric
Raymonds
KPMG
Raytheon
Unilever
Wells Fargo
Whirlpool
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Q:   Are students allowed to work while studying in the University of Florida?
A: 

Yes, the University of Florida permits international students to work while studying in the university if they hold an F-1 or J-1 student visa. Candidates are permitted to work a maximum of 20 hours per week while classes are in session. Also, students must be mindful of the fact that they cannot work during times when they are scheduled to be in class.

Also read: Part-time jobs for Indian students in USA

Q:   What are the top industries employing University of Florida graduates?
A: 

University of Florida graduates are known for knowledge of their respective domains, & are employed across a number of popular industries.

IndustryPercentage of Graduates Employed
Healthcare19.7%
Education9.7%
Finance & Insurance5.1%
IT & Telecommunication3.1%
Government & Public Administration2.9%
Sports & Entertainment2.6%







University of Florida Cost for Indian Students

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(65 courses)
INR 18 L - 43 LGet Fee Details
Duration10 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7.5, TOEFL: 80 - 90, PTE, Duolingo, GRE: 295 - 308, GMAT: 610 & Above
MBA/PGDM(16 courses)
INR 18 L - 58 LGet Fee Details
Duration10 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, TOEFL: 80 - 90, PTE, Duolingo, GMAT: 680 & Above, GRE
B.A.(43 courses)
INR 27 L - 29 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, SAT, ACT
M.A.(44 courses)
INR 16 L - 36 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, TOEFL: 80 - 90, PTE, Duolingo
B.Sc.(31 courses)
INR 27 L - 29 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, SAT, ACT
LL.M.(4 courses)
INR 32 L - 36 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-3 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 100 & Above, PTE, Duolingo, IELTS: 7 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(15 courses)
INR 23 L - 27 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo, SAT
M.Agri.(10 courses)
INR 16 L - 22 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 6.5, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
BBA(12 courses)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
Others PG(12 courses)
INR 20 L - 24 LGet Fee Details
Duration18 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE, Duolingo
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Q:   Does the University of Florida require GRE for MS in CS?
A: 

Yes, the University of Florida requires a general GRE score. As per the department requirement, the following minimum scores must be there in GRE.

  • Verbal: 153
  • Quantitative: 155
  • Analytical Sections: 3.0
Q:   How much is the application fee for University of Florida?
A: 

For freshman applicants, the University of Florida application fee is USD 30. To apply to the graduate programs of the University of Florida application fee is also USD 30. For the completion of the University of Florida application, the applicants must have the following materials:

Undergraduate

  • Academic transcripts
  • A list of high school activities in which the applicants were involved such as jobs, sports, clubs, community service, etc.
  • Information about the parent / guardian
  • SAT or ACT scores
  • English language proficiency score
  • Other additional documents

Graduate

Q:   How much does a UF MBA cost?
A: 

The University of Florida MBA tuition fee for the entire program is USD 69,565 (INR 66.1 Lakhs).

Also Read: Cost of Studying in USA for Indian Students 

Living Cost: The estimated expenses for University of Florida UG students for 2026 can be checked from the table given below:

Particulars

Out-of-State Graduate Off Campus Expenses

Books, course materials, supplies, equipment

USD 1,220 (INR 1.08 L) 

Transportation

USD 1,700 (INR 1.42 L)

Living expenses

USD 14,190 (INR 15.36 L)

Misc. personal expenses

USD 2,224 (INR 2 L) 

Federal student loan fees

USD 56 (INR 7.5 K) 







University of Florida
Student profile

Quick university statsInsights on student demographics, enrolment, and academic success
UG Race

Others

59%

Hispanic

24%

Asian

11%

Black

5%

UG Student residence

In state

79%

Out of state

15%

Foreign

5%

UG Age distribution

24 and under

97%

25 and over

2%

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UG Number of Applicant

64473
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Overall Graduation Rate

90
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UG Enrollment

34552
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PG Enrollment

20659

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Q:   What are the best things to do on the weekends as a student at the University of Florida?
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University of Florida is one of the most prestigious universities in the world and there's a lot to do apart from studying. Listed below are some of the best things to do on the weekends as a student at the Uni of Florida:

  • Go for hiking, rock climbing and camping;
  • Enjoy delicacies at restaurants like The Top, Satchel’s, Newberry Backyard Barbecue, Burrito Brothers;
  • Go out for Karaoke nights, bowling, movies, and more;
  • Volunteer at animal shelters, community service, and help tend to public events;
  • Visit places that hold historical values, churches and more;
  • Get to know the people around; and
  • Participate in co-curricular activities on campus.
Q:   How is the life of Indian students at the University of Florida campus?
A: 

 As per the reviews posted by students on Shiksha, listed below are ratings of the University at Florida as per the reviews:

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Student Life4.6
Public Transportation4.6
Safety4.5
Indian Food4
Q:   What is the campus life like at the University of Florida?
A: 

University of Florida offers welcoming atmosphere as well as multiple top class facilities, which attracts applicants from all over the world. Students joined in the University of Florida can get into student clubs of their choice and involve in social activities to have fun alongside studies. The university turns every student into a basketball or football fan with their energetic atmosphere of the game, infrastructure.

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Yes, the University of Florida is ranked way better than the University at Buffalo under the Shanghai Rankings 2025. The University of Florida is standing at #151 while the University at Buffalo is at #251

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Virajita Bisht

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 5 months ago

Yes, the University of Florida MS Courses are ranked at #32 in the USA by the Shiksha Popularity rankings. And the University of Florida MS courses are ranked at #19 for Aerospace Engineering PG, which is an improvement from what it was in the year 2024. On the other hand, as per QS for Mathematics

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Yes, it can be really hard to get into the University of Florida MS courses and the university for MS as the University of Florida acceptance rate is only 24.03% for 2024.

It is not specifically for the MS programme that this university offers. To raise one's chances of getting in, the given admissio

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The University of Florida admission requirements vary greatly by course. For some MS programs at the University of Florida, the GRE is required but for some, it is not. 

The GMAT may also be applicable for some programs. If your programme requires you to submit the GRE, a minimum score of 140 in the

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The University of Florida tuition is between INR 21 L and INR 27L for UG, and INR 15L and INR 55L for PG. International students can check the tuition fee for popular programs below:

Course

Tuition

M.A.

INR 15.42 L - 33.99 L

MBA/PGDM

INR 17.47 L - 55.28 L

MS

INR 16.99 L - 40.81 L

M.Agri.

INR 15.42 L - 20.72 L

B.Sc.

INR 25.86 L - 27.87 L

B.A.

INR 25.86 L - 27.88 L

MS

INR 21.99 L - 25.86 L

BBA

INR 25.86 L

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