School Overview
University of Florida dates back to 1853 with the opening of the East Florida Seminary in Ocala, Florida. In 1905, several schools consolidated to become University of Florida in Gainesville. The 2,000-acre UF campus, among the largest in the country, includes many impressive architectural buildings, along with Lake Alice, an open-water system and wildlife habitat. Known for its graduate business, engineering, and law programs, UF offers more than 300 programs across all levels, including over 200 graduate programs.
Quick Facts
Location: Gainesville, FL
Undergraduate Students Recieving Financial Aid: 42%
School Type: Public
Student-To-Faculty Ratio: 18:1
Online Student Population: 3,797
Contact
Phone
(352) 392-3261
admissions@ufonline.ufl.edu
Ranked As
#3Most Affordable Online MBA Programs
#18Top Online MBA Programs in Florida
Popular Programs
Master of Business Administration
Entrepreneurship
Master of International Business
MS in Sport Management
MS in Biostatistics
Notable Alumni
Graduates from UF have gone on to form large businesses, make important discoveries, and help shape the country. Some notable alumni include former U.S. Senator Bill Nelson; sports broadcaster Erin Andrews; and U.S. Senator Marco Rubio.
About Gainesville, FL
Gainesville offers UF students access to a thriving arts and food scene. The surrounding areas include state parks and trails for enrollees to immerse themselves in nature. On the UF main campus, students can enjoy arts and recreational opportunities, including Lake Wauburg, which features boating and other sports and activities.
Academics
UF provides MBA students with many different program options. Learners can pursue the degree full time or part time. They can also take courses online, on campus throughout the week, or on campus during the weekend. Additionally, online students can choose between one-year and two-year degrees. Full-time, on-campus enrollees can concentrate in one of six disciplines, including finance, marketing, and real estate.
Online MBA Graduation Rate: 99%
Retention Rate: 97%
Format: Online, with required on-campus orientation
Instruction Style: Asynchronous
Online MBA Facts
Online MBA Programmatic Accreditation: AACSB
Online MBA Credit Requirements: 32-48 credits
Online MBA Program Length: 1-2 years
Online MBA Concentrations
Human Capital
Supply Chain Logistics
Student Life
University of Florida students can join one of the school's over 1,000 student-run organizations, along with 64 chapters of fraternities and sororities. Students in the school of business can pursue clubs and organizations focused on developing service and leadership skills through mentorship.
Total Enrollment: 52,218
Undergrad Enrollment: 35,491
Graduate Enrollment: 16,727
Athletic Association: NCAA Division I – Southeastern Conference
Online Clubs and Organizations
MBA Association
National Black MBA Association
American Marketing Association
Warrington Finance Scholars
University Economics Society
Admissions
The selective online MBA programs at UF enroll a maximum of 65 students in each class. Applicants need a bachelor's degree and at least two years of professional experience. They also need to submit GMAT or GRE scores, two professional recommendations, and a personal essay. For entry into the one-year online MBA program, applicants need a bachelor's degree in business, completed within the last seven years, along with prerequisite courses.
Online MBA Admission
Average Admitted MBA GPA: 3.4
GMAT Required for Online MBA: Yes
Average Standardized Test Scores: GMAT: 580
MBA Acceptance Rate: 47%
Online MBA Application Deadline: Fall: July 1 | Spring: December 1 | Summer: March 1
Online MBA Application Fee: $30
Transfer Student Admission
GPA: 3.0 minimum
Maximum Transferable Credits: Up to 15 credits by petition
International Student Admission
GPA: 3.0
TOEFL Required for Online MBA: Yes
Minimum TOEFL Test Score: Paper: 550 | Internet: 80
Application Fee: $30
Cost & Financial Aid
MBA students can pursue many options to finance their degrees, including federal student loans, military tuition benefits, third-party tuition assistance, scholarships, and grants. Financing options vary by program. For example, a full-time MBA student can earn a scholarship that covers 100% of their tuition. Online learners may qualify for other scholarships, many of which are only available to business students.
Online MBA Total Cost: $58,000
Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Net Price Calculator
Use this calculator to make an early estimate of your total annual cost of attending UF. It is designed to estimate costs and eligibility for financial aid.
Notable Grants and Scholarships
MBA Full-Time Scholarship (full tuition)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the University of Florida located?
The University of Florida is located in Gainesville, Florida.
How many students attend the University of Florida?
The 2019 fall cohort comprised 56,567 students.
When was the University of Florida founded?
The East Florida Seminary opened in 1853 and moved to Gainesville in 1866, but the University of Florida was consolidated into one university in 1905.
