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Freshman Student FAQ
What is Universal Tracking and what do I need to know about it?
The most frequently asked questions about Universal Tracking are answered in the 2005-2006 Undergraduate Catalog . PLEASE visit an academic advisor in YOUR college if you have any specific questions about your progress in your major and your status as determined by Universal Tracking.
How can I get my AP, CLEP or SATII scores sent to UF?
Contact the Collegeboard homepage for information concerning these standardized tests.
How can I get my dual enrollment classes to show up on my UF transcript?
Contact the school which awarded you the credits (not your
high school ) and have them send a transcript to: Office of Admissions,
Box 114000, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. 32611-4000.
Please note that courses taken at private or out of state institutions
that also counted towards your high school diploma will not be accepted
for credit at UF.
How can I see an advisor in my college and where are they located?
Each college has academic advisors available to discuss different options available to you in their college and to discuss your academic plans and progress toward any of their programs. If you need to see an advisor in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, you can come to the Academic Advising Center between 8-5 Monday-Friday and see a walk-in advisor, or you can call (352) 392-1521 to make an appointment. Click here for a complete list of college reps.
I do not like the major I am currently in. Can I change it?
Yes, under certain conditions. If you are in semester 1-5 (using the Universal Tracking method) and you wish to change your major within Liberal Arts and Sciences, you must meet with an academic advisor. Your academic record will be evaluated to determine if you meet the intended major's admission criteria. If you desire to change majors outside of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, you must meet with an advisor from that college.
How do I know if I need to take the SAT II exam?
It is no longer offered for English and no longer needed for Chemistry or Calculus. You may need to take the SAT II if you wish to enroll in a French, Spanish, Latin, or German course, if you have studied 2 years or more of that language in grades 9-12. (See foreign language requirement). You can register to take the SAT II exam online .
I heard I need to take a placement test if I want to take Chemistry or Calculus. Where do I take it?
If you plan to enroll in a Chemistry or Calculus course, you need to take the Chemistry Readiness Assessment (ChRA) or Calculus Readiness Assessment (CRA) tests to help determine what course you should enroll in. Both tests are offered on-line through ISIS and usually take about an hour to complete. Please see an advisor if you have any questions about which course you should take after you complete the ChRA and/or CRA.
I was just wondering what is required to be on UF's Honor Roll or Dean's List?
Criteria used to be eligible for inclusion on the "Dean's List" is determined by the college in which you are enrolled. You can find information for each college's requirements in the Undergraduate Catalog. If you are a Liberal Arts and Sciences student, for example, it states that:
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"The dean recognizes the outstanding academic achievment of students
who are enrolled full time and earn a grade ponit average of 3.75.
For students to be eligible for the Dean's List, their course
work for the semester may not include any optional S-U grades, grade
changes, or dropped courses."
I am not sure which foreign language class to take. I had some foreign language classes in high school and am not sure if I need to take any more classes. If I do need more foreign language classes, how do I know which course to register for?
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has a foreign Language PROFICIENCY requirement. This requirement states that students must demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language. For a complete list of various ways to demonstrate this proficiency, please consult the 2005-2006 Undergraduate Catalog .Any student who has had two or more years of foreign language in high school and would like to continue to study the same foreign language at UF must take theSAT II for appropriate placement. The correct class for you will depend upon a combination of your SAT II score and the number of years you actually took in high school. For additional information, please consult the most recent Schedule of Classes.
I have a hold on my record and I am not sure why. How can I have this hold removed so I can register?
Holds are placed on a student's record if they are not making satisfactory progress toward their major or toward other requirements (Gordon rule, GPA, etc.) needed to earn a degree. The first thing you should do is visit an academic advisor in YOUR college. If you are currently a student in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences , please visit us at the Academic Advising Center Monday-Friday from 8-5. We will be happy to discuss your academic plans and explore the various options you may have available to you. Holds may also be placed on your record for outstanding financial obligations, immunization requirements, or admissions credentials. If you have such a hold on your record, please visit the office indicated in the description of your hold on ISIS.
What if I want to study abroad?
Many UF students take advantage of overseas study opportunities. You can get more information from the Office of International Studies and Programs, UF offers a variety of programs in a number of countries. A student may study for a summer, a semester, or longer. Financial aid is available for overseas study. A student should plan early so that the courses taken abroad may used to meet either departmental or university requirements.
Are there limitations on dropping courses?
Students may drop courses during the first twelve weeks of the fifteen week term. Few drops are permitted after the deadline, so it is important that students make the decision to drop before the published deadline. The deadline is always listed in the Schedule of Courses each semester.
Students who entered UF Summer B 2002 or later, may drop two courses during their first 60 UF hours (not including AP, IB, or dual enrollment credit) without explanation. After they use those two "free" drops, a student must be able to demonstrate an extenuating circumstance outside of their control (such as serious illness, accident or family problem) and petition for additional drops. Two additional "free drops" are acquired after you earn 60 UF hours. Students who entered UF prior to Summer B 2002 may drop two courses during their first 60 hours earned (including AP, IB, and dual enrollment), and will receive two additional "free drops" after they have earned 60 hours.
What do I do if I want to drop all my courses?
Students may withdraw from all courses before the published deadline. Although you will receive grades of "W" on your transcript, the courses will not be calculated into your GPA, nor will this count toward your "free" drops. To begin this process, you must visit the Office For Student Services at 202 Peabody Hall.
What major is suggested for students who wish to pursue medical or law school in the future?
There is no specific major that medical or law schools prefer. Students should pick a major which is of interest to them and explore the careers which are possible with that major, just in case medical or law school does not work out.
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