The University of Florida offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees via distance and online learning. These degree programs require formal admission to the University of Florida. Applicants must meet UF's general admission requirements, as well as those specified by the individual degree program.
Facts and Rankings
The University of Florida (UF) is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in academic excellence, both on campus and online. Ranked in the top 20 of Public Universities, the University of Florida is the state’s oldest university and has a long established tradition of academic excellence.
UF is consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities: No. 17 in U.S. News & World Report “Top Public Universities” (August 2012); No. 3 in Kiplinger’s “Best Values in Public Colleges” (2013) and No. 7 in the Princeton Review “Best Value Public Colleges” (2012).
Job recruiters ranked UF ninth on the list of places where corporations prefer to recruit new employees (2010) and No. 2 on SmartMoney magazine’s list of universities whose graduates get the highest salary return for their tuition dollars (2012). UF also ranked 21st in the National Universities category of the 2012 Washington Monthly magazine College Rankings.
UF admitted 1,315 International Baccalaureate students — more than any other university in the U.S. UF has 5,434 faculty members with distinguished records in teaching, research and service, including 52 Eminent Scholar chairs and 35 faculty elections to the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, the Institute of Medicine, or the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
The University of Florida is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
International Students
As an international student, you will face challenges in finding opportunities in the United States. Let us help you with your job or internship search!
Your Career PlansUS Employer Expectations
Job searching in the US can be different from other countries and US employers may have different expectations of you as a job seeker. Recognizing these expectations can help you to better communicate your skills to a potential employer.
More about employer expectations:
International Student Job Search Strategy
Your job search will be slightly different as an international student. Here are some tips to find career opportunities.
International Student Job Search:
American Resumes & CVs
In many countries, resumes and CVs are the same. In the US, a non-academic job search usually requires a resume. A resume is a short (1-2 page) document that highlights your education and work experience.
More about resumes vs. CVs
When to Reveal Your Work Status
Make sure you are honest about your work eligibility. You can wait for employers to bring up the subject, but if they do not, be sure to mention it by the end of a situation like an interview. Many employers can have reservations about hiring international students. Do your research and understand how much time or money is required, and what you are willing to contribute. This helps the employer and can increase your chances of getter sponsored.
Realize that being an international student is an asset to an employer! You have multi-lingual abilities, experience of living in other cultures (companies want global perspective), adaptable to different situations, have a strong work ethic, you are motivated and you are often willing to relocate anywhere in the US.
Attending Career Fairs
Our Career Fairs provide you with a big opportunity to learn about a wide-variety of careers in one location.
Take note of the following information prior to attending a career fair:
Interview Tips
Being from another country and not knowing what to expect in an interview can be overwhelming.