Ask UF

How is Bright Futures disbursed?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 22:00:59 +0000

State scholarship funds are disbursed to eligible students after the drop/add period each semester, minus any money owed the university by the recipients, such as tuition/fees, housing, parking or library fines, etc. Any balance remaining after institutional charges have been paid is deposited directly into the student’s bank account (if the student has signed up for direct deposit), or mailed to the student’s local address as listed by the Office of the University Registrar.

The annual award for students receiving Florida Academic Scholarships covers the cost of tuition plus $600 ($300 fall/$300 spring) to cover cost-of-education expenses. Some students have incorrectly understood the program descriptions provided by the state to mean that they would receive a special $300 disbursement to buy books and other supplies each term. These funds are part of the total scholarship and are not disbursed separately. If students run short on funds to buy books, they should check with the UF Bookstores or other bookstores about a textbook deferment.

For more information:
Student Financial Affairs page on Disbursement of financial aid
Florida Information Network’s page on Florida Bright Futures

How many students are in fraternities or sororities?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 22:00:37 +0000

A total of 4,266 students were members of Greek organizations at UF as of fall 2000:

* 1,700 were in fraternities
* 2,337 in sororities
* 85 were in the Multicultural Greek Council
* 144 were in the National Pan-Hellenic Council

View more information at UF Facts & Rankings.

As a third party, how do I receive verification of enrollment and/or degree for students who attend/attended the University of Florida?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 22:00:26 +0000

The National Student Clearinghouse is now our authorized agent for providing confirmation of enrollment and degree. If you are an employer or background screening firm requesting this information, please contact the National Student Clearinghouse at:

Web: http://www.degreeverify.com
Phone: 703-742-4200
Fax: 703-742-4239
E-mail: degreeverify@studentclearinghouse.org
Mail: National Student Clearinghouse
13454 Sunrise Valley Dr, Suite 300
Herndon, VA 20171

What is the UF’s Withdrawal and Refunds Policy?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 22:00:16 +0000

The University of Florida has established an equitable refund policy for students who find it necessary to drop a course or withdraw from enrollment. That policy is described in detail in the University of Florida Undergraduate Catalog and in the Gator Aid financial aid handbook. Details on the withdrawal and refunds policies are available from the Office for Student Financial Affairs on request.

For more information:
Student Financial Affairs page on Withdrawals/Refunds

The Office for Student Financial Affairs (SFA) in S-107 Criser Hall, is UF’s financial aid office.

Where can I find information on tuition costs per credit hour and UF costs of attendance for undergraduates and graduate students attending UF?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 21:59:54 +0000

UF Student Financial Affairs keeps a listing of current tuition and attendance costs.

How do I apply for a position at UF?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 21:59:36 +0000

You can apply for a position by going to Jobs.ufl.edu

Can I connect my computer to the internet in the Library?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 21:59:31 +0000

Wireless access is currently available throughout the UF Libraries as follows:

Smathers Libraries — Library West, Science Library, Architecture/Fine Arts, Education, Journalism, and Music Libraries.
Health Science Center Library
Legal Information Center

Other wireless access around campus can be found on the Wireless Coverage Map.

Can the University estimate my eligibility for financial aid?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 21:59:07 +0000

The University cannot determine or estimate the amount of financial aid for which you might qualify until the results of your paper or online FAFSAs/Renewal FAFSAs have been received from the federal processor.

Your eligibility is determined by the federal processor from information you and your family supply on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Renewal FAFSA.

For more information:
Student Financial Affairs page on how your need is determined.
Finaid.org’s page on Expected Family Contribution Calculator

Do you have information on graduate minority programs?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 21:59:06 +0000

To promote the recruitment, retention, and graduation of graduate minority students, the Office of Graduate Minority Programs works with a variety of university offices and graduate coordinators in the academic departments.

More information is available by contacting OGMP at:
P.O. Box 115500
Gainesville, Florida 32611-5500
Tel: (352) 392-6444 or 1-800-753-9798
Fax: (352) 392-3773
E-mail: OGMP@ufl.edu

How can I take a course pass-fail?

askuf — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 21:58:40 +0000

Information for taking a course using the Satisfactory-Unsatisfactory (S-U) Grade Option can be found in the online catalog under Grades/Grading Policy at http://www.reg.ufl.edu/02-03-catalog/regulations/grades.html .

The S-U Option form is available at the Registrar Information Counter in 222 Criser Hall. Students must submit the approved form by the deadline for the current term. Deadlines are available in the catalog, critical dates brochure, and online at https://www.isis.ufl.edu/cgi-bin/nirvana?MDASTRAN=RSI-CRIT