Frequently asked questions

• How long does the process take?
  The admissions process normally takes between four and six weeks after the receipt of the last piece of pertinent information to complete your application. If we have a large volume of applications for a term prior to that which you applied, we may delay evaluating your application until closer to your application term.
• When should I apply?
  All transfer students must meet the admissions deadline for admissions consideration. Because deadlines are subject to change based on space availability, students are encouraged to apply early. You may apply up to one year in advance of your projected enrollment date. Florida public community college transfer students are encouraged to apply once they have completed 45 or more semester credit hours. UNF may be able to offer an early tentative admission to these students, provided they supply the final official A.A. degree transcript within 30 days of the beginning of their admitted term.
• How do I know if my credits will transfer?
  Please go to 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 fewer than 60 transferable semester credit hours, you will be required to submit an application, application fee, official transcripts from all high schools and colleges attended (including dual enrollment), official SAT/ACT test scores, and official score reports from any credit-earning mechanisms (such as AP, IB, CLEP or DANTES). You must also meet the freshman general admission criteria. Your high school transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores will be reviewed, along with your official college records.
• 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 division 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-division 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-division transfer student, you will be allowed to complete the required 8 semester hours of foreign language while at UNF.
• I believe I will have more than 60 transferable semester credit hours. How will my eligibility be determined?
  If you have 60 or more transferable credit hours, UNF will review all of your college coursework and other credit-earning mechanisms, but will not need your SAT and/or ACT scores to make an admissions decision. At minimum, you must have a cumulative 2.0 in your college coursework, including a 2.0 at your most recent institution, to be considered although meeting these standards does not guarantee admission. Admissions to limited access or special admissions majors is competitive and selective - all students, native and transfer, will be required to meet or exceed all admissions criteria. For more information regarding the admissions requirements for upper division students, please visit the requirements page.
• 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. Admission is contingent upon submission of a complete application package by the posted deadline. Admission may be restricted based on your intended major (limited-access or selective admission programs have additional requirements). Selectivity may also be based on the competitiveness of the applicant pool. In determining an applicant’s admissibility, the University may consider personal qualities and talents in addition to academic accomplishments. All A.A. degree community college transfers must submit a final official transcript with the A.A. degree posting. 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. One of the first questions asked on the application is "What is your planned major?" You must answer this question. 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 have a disability. Is the admissions process the same for me?
  If you wish to be considered for admissions on the basis of a reported disability, you may indicate this on your application. Disability information is kept strictly confidential. Your request will be directed to a committee that will request official documentation regarding your disability and will subsequently review your case. The committee will contact you directly regarding their admission decision. If you have any questions regarding disability consideration or documentation, please visit the Disability Resource Center Web site or contact them by telephone at (904) 620-2769.
• 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. UNF requires that you submit final official copies of your transcripts from every post-secondary institution attended. If you are still taking classes at the time you apply, you will need to submit a set of transcripts that includes the courses in which you are currently enrolled. 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. You will have 30 days into the term to submit final official transcripts to the Office of Admissions. Failure to provide required documentation will result in a registration hold and, ultimately, your admission will be rescinded.
• What is the immunization requirement?
  Although it has nothing to do with your admissibility to the university, you will also be required to submit proof of immunization from measles, mumps, and rubella. If you do not submit vaccination records, you will not be permitted to register for classes. To fulfill this requirement, complete and return a copy of the health form to the Office of Medical Compliance before orientation.
• 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 material is received by the deadline and as long as each piece of documentation carries your full name and social security number. Transcripts can be held for up to one year.
• I applied for or was admitted to an earlier term but decided not to attend. Do I have to re-apply?
  Yes. You will be required to reapply and pay another application fee. However, you may not need to submit the same previously submitted transcripts as long as it has been within one year.
• 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, we recommend that you wait until after your 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 may send an email to the admissions office requesting this change. Please provide your full name, N#, application term, originally requested major, and currently requested major. If you are switching into a limited/selective access program, please keep in mind that special deadlines and additional requirements will apply.