UNF Admissions Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• When should I apply?
  All transfer students must meet the admissions deadline for admissions consideration. You may apply up to one year in advance of your projected enrollment date, and we encourage students to start the application process 6 months prior to the term they are interested in starting in at the University.
• How long does the process take?
  Admissions decisions are rendered on a rolling basis. Once we receive all required application materials, you can expect to receive an admissions decision in 6-8 weeks. However, sometimes it can take longer (or shorter), depending on the time of year and how many applications we have received.
• How do I know if my credits will transfer?
  Please go to the Transfer Credits webpage for detailed information.
• I think I will have fewer than 60 transferable semester credit hours. Can I still transfer?
  Yes. If you have more than 12 but fewer than 60 transferable semester credit hours, you apply to the University as a lower-level transfer student.
• I believe I will have more than 60 transferable semester credit hours. How will my eligibility be determined?
  You are considered an upper-level transfer student if you have 60 or more transferable credit hours. UNF will review your college coursework and other credit-earning mechanisms to render your admissions decision. At a minimum, you must have a cumulative 2.0 in your college coursework, including a 2.0 at your most recent institution, to be considered. Meeting these standards does not guarantee admission. Additional admissions requirements exist for students applying to limited and selective programs.
• Do I have to have two years of sequential foreign language completed before I can transfer to UNF?

  Maybe. If you have fewer than 60 transferable semester credit hours, you will be required to meet the general admission criteria for freshman applicants. Part of the general admissions criteria for lower-level transfer students and incoming freshman is the satisfactory completion of two years of sequential foreign language taken while in high school.

  If you are an upper-level transfer student, with 60 or more transferable semester credit hours or a public Florida community college A.A., the foreign language requirement becomes a graduation requirement rather than an admissions requirement. If you did complete the two years of sequential foreign language (or American sign language) at the high school level, you may submit an official high school transcript for review. If you satisfactorily completed the requirement at the college level (8 semester hours of sequential foreign language), you will be given credit as part of the transcript evaluation process.

  If you have not completed the requirement and if you are an upper-level transfer student, you will be allowed to complete the required 8 semester hours of foreign language while at UNF.

• I have an A.A. degree from a public Florida community or state college. Does that make any difference in my admissibility to UNF?
  Yes. Applicants who possess a Florida community or state college A.A. degree are most competitive for admission as a transfer student if space is available, as outlined under the statewide 2+2 articulation agreement. In addition, the public Florida community college A.A. degree guarantees satisfaction of all UNF general education requirements. Please go to the UNF Catalog for more information.
• Do I have to pick a major before I can be processed for admission?
  Yes. All transfer students with 60 or more transferable credit hours must declare a major as part of the admissions process. Transfer students are admitted to a particular major, not just to the university. We must know what your major is in order to process your application. Visit the catalog for a listing of available majors.
• I am still taking classes. Can I apply even though I don't have my final grades?
  Yes. In fact, it is strongly recommended that you apply early, even if you are still enrolled in courses at another institution. We encourage you to apply and submit unofficial copies of your transcripts that include your in-progress courses. If you are admissible, UNF may offer you a tentative acceptance offer. This tentative admittance is based on your successful completion of any outstanding coursework and the receipt of any outstanding final official transcripts once your transcript is finalized.
• Do I have to wait until I have everything together before I send my application?
  No. It makes no difference as long as all of the materials are received by the deadline. Transcripts can be held for up to one year.
• Do I have to start in the term I was admitted or can I start in any term?

  Your admissions decision is specific to the term you applied for and this decision does not automatically apply to additional terms. To move your application to a new term you will need to submit the application update form. Keep in mind that you will need to drop any courses you are currently registered for before we will be able to cancel your application. You can drop your courses in your myWings Student Portal within the "Registration" tile. We also recommend that you speak with Financial Aid before switching terms to discuss any financial aid implications. 

  Please note, we will not be able to process a term change request after your admission term has already begun. If the term has started, you will need to reach out to the Registrar's Office via email at records@unf.edu to discuss your course withdrawal options.

• I applied for or was admitted to an earlier term but decided not to attend. Do I have to re-apply?
  Depending on how long ago you were admitted, you will either need to reapply or have your application updated. Please contact the Office of Admissions for your next steps.
• How do I change my major on my application if I've already submitted it?

  If you are simply changing between non-limited access majors, you will wait to change your major until after your admissions decision has been made. If you are admitted, you can work with your advisor to fill out a change of major form. Besides limited and selective access programs, your major has no impact on our admission decision so it is best if you wait until after a decision has been made.

  If you originally applied to a limited access or selective access program and you want to change to a non-limited access program or vice versa, you will need to complete the application update form. If you are switching to a limited/selective access program, please keep in mind that special deadlines and additional requirements will apply.

Explore UNF

• Who can attend this event?

  Anyone at any grade level can attend an Explore UNF event. Explore UNF events are academic college-specific so we recommend signing up for the academic college of your choice.

  Check out the different academic colleges below:

  College of Arts and Sciences

  Brooks College of Health

  Coggin College of Business

  College of Education and Health Services

  College of Computing, Engineering and Construction

• Will I be able to tour campus during Explore UNF?
  Absolutely! You will have the opportunity to explore the beautiful UNF campus with expert guidance of a Swoop Squad member, UNF’s student tour guides. 
• Will I be able to speak with admissions staff while I am there?
  Yes, admissions representatives will be present during the event.

Test Prep

• What subjects will be reviewed?
  The proctors will cover English and math. Test Prep at UNF will provide tips and strategies to take the SAT and/or the ACT.
• Can I bring a friend with me?

  Yes, your friend can attend with you. However, we do ask that they also register for the event as space is limited.

• I am not part of the DCPS system. Can I still attend?
  Anyone can register for the event. If the sessions fill up, we will start to limit the spots to just Duval County Public School students.
• I am not a high school junior or senior. Can I still attend?
  We typically encourage younger students to attend in the spring sessions, but you are more than welcome to attend whatever session fits your schedule.