Graduate Applications
Before you submit your official application to the University of Florida, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with
our faculty research areas and make contact with those individuals with whom you are interested in working. Admission to the SFRC graduate programs is conditional on securing a faculty advisor for your studies; the best method
for contacting potential advisors via email with an attachment of your CV/resume.
Once you have identified an advisor, visit the University of Florida Office of Admissions website to begin the formal application process. You will need to provide the following in addition to the online application:
International Students!
- $30 application fee, paid to the Office of Admissions.
- Official transcripts of all previous academic work. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 is expected.
- GRE scores – general test only, taken within five years. Typical combined scores range from approximately 295-305.
- Three letters of recommendation from relevant academic or employment colleagues.
- Letter of intent/statement of purpose detailing the areas you wish to study and/or your background.
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume.
*Prospective students cannot be accepted, regardless of qualifications, unless an advisor has been identified. Distance students should contact SFRC Online for assistance with this process.
All required documents other than transcripts may be uploaded within the online application system. Transcripts must be sent by your academic institution directly to the UF Office of Admissions.
Incomplete applications will not be considered for admission, however, your graduate application will remain active in the UF system for 12 months, so if needed you may request a change in the term for which you have applied.
Application Deadlines
The University of Florida Office of Admissions receives over 12,000 applications a year. For this reason, they encourage students to begin the application process at least one year in advance. Students applying to online degree programs or those not seeking financial support are encouraged to apply early as well, but there are no specific deadlines for admission.
- For Fall admission with consideration for financial support, or for international students, please have a complete application submitted prior to January 1 of the same year.
- For Spring admission with consideration of financial support, or for international students, the suggested deadline is September 1.
Financial support is not guaranteed and should be discussed ahead of time with your potential advisor.
Certificate or Non-Degree Seeking
Instructions for non-degree seeking students wishing to take courses or join a Certificate Program are available under Distance Education : Certificates or Non-Degree Study.
Undergraduate Admissions
Students may enter SFRC undergraduate programs either as freshmen or transfer students. Admission as a freshman is extremely competitive and follows the regular UF application and admissions process.
Transfer students may apply after completing 60 or more credit hours from a community college, junior college, or other 4-year university. An Associate of Arts degree from a Florida institution is preferred, as it will satisfy all of UF’s requirements. Admissions into the program will be based on your performance in the courses listed in the Admissions Guide for your desired major.
Current UF students wishing to change majors into an SFRC program should fill out the Change of Major form and speak with Kristina Haselier.
Forest Resources and Conservation
Geomatics
Marine Sciences
Natural Resource Conservation
See also: UF Admissions Application