Welcome to New Student Programs!
New Student Programs provides on-going programs that support new students and families in their transition to UF by:
- Providing a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
- Connecting students to university resources and people.
- Acquainting students with institutional expectations and values.
- Promoting learning and discovery both inside and outside the classroom
- Fostering pride in the Gator community
Orientation is mandatory for all new first-year and transfer students:
Preview
is for students who have just recently graduated high school. This program
provides students the opportunity to make a smooth transition to college and
become acclimated with the university.
Transfer Preview
is for students transferring from other colleges and universities. This
program provides students the opportunity to make a smooth transition to
UF and become acclimated to a larger university.
Family Preview
is for family members of first-time freshmen. This program helps answer
questions and ease concerns family members may have with their first year
student's transition to college and UF.
Weeks of Welcome is a month long series of events during the beginning of Summer B and Fall semester to help both new and returning students meet new people and find new opportunities available to them at UF.
Navigating the Swamp is a half day, mini-conference for new students to obtain important information the day before classes begins. You will have the option to choose from a variety of workshops to help you start the fall semetser one-step ahead!
Success from the start begins with Gator First Year Experience (GFYE) – a variety of experience you can take advantage of in ways that best meet your needs and encourage you to become a leader in a global community. Whether through the Common Reading Program, First-year Florida course, or Featured Speaker and Workshop Success Series student who participate will find themselves more engaged in the UF experience.
Let New Student Programs help you!.
Not sure if you've done everything yet? Take a look at our checklists to make sure you're not forgetting anything.
If you're a high school student interested in attending the University of Florida, check out theProspective student checklist.
Students who have been admitted to the University should check out the Newly Admitted student checklist.
If you've already begun at the University, take a look at some resources for Current students.
Our Parents/Families section includes including information about Family Weekend and resources, helpful links, and even advice from family for family members.