University of Florida??

[UnbiasedObserver]

With the current cutbacks in the state budget here in Florida for university funding, I can't help but wonder if this is affecting the number of out-of-state applicants they're accepting. A lot of us still waiting are Florida residents. I wouldn't be surprised if they're perhaps placing priority on out-of-staters, who would pay double what we'd be paying. But that's just a theory of mine.

I hope you're wrong. I was going to ask for some money to cover those out-of-state tuition expenses! 

[schooler]

I will withdraw my FSU acceptance to clear the way.  I just submitted a application to UF on the deadline, so I'll withdraw it as soon as I hear word (assuming I am accepted ha!).

[CoupDeGlace]

All I know is that at USF they're talking about how much harder it is going to be to get in here for undergrad, due to the budget cuts. It's apparently now to the point where B average HS graduates will be facing a challenge to get in. That's at USF... I can't even imagine at UF and FSU, where they're even more selective, what it's like.

Well, yes I can, because I believe that if these budget cutbacks in the tens of millions are causing schools to cut down on the number of students they accept for 2008-2009 undergrad, that it more likely than not is also affecting the graduate schools as well. Additionally, UF has had a very large class, and I wouldn't be surprised if they want to cut down on that.

All of this is going to equal more selectivity. In any case, even if it's not having a huge impact, I'm sure the budget strain isn't helping any.

[sinkfloridasink]

All I know is that at USF they're talking about how much harder it is going to be to get in here for undergrad, due to the budget cuts. It's apparently now to the point where B average HS graduates will be facing a challenge to get in. That's at USF... I can't even imagine at UF and FSU, where they're even more selective, what it's like.

Well, yes I can, because I believe that if these budget cutbacks in the tens of millions are causing schools to cut down on the number of students they accept for 2008-2009 undergrad, that it more likely than not is also affecting the graduate schools as well. Additionally, UF has had a very large class, and I wouldn't be surprised if they want to cut down on that.

All of this is going to equal more selectivity. In any case, even if it's not having a huge impact, I'm sure the budget strain isn't helping any.

UF has already capped it's Undergrad incoming freshman class size (I think it's the first ever cap on enrollment). The state apparently has even asked UF to decrease it further. I can't imagine what it will mean to the already very high selectivity UF has had in the past few years (it started right after I got in, thank God), or what it will mean for the law school.

[shoppinnyc]

This sucks big time. I should have graduated early and applied last year.

[iLukeisamazing]

All I know is that at USF they're talking about how much harder it is going to be to get in here for undergrad, due to the budget cuts. It's apparently now to the point where B average HS graduates will be facing a challenge to get in. That's at USF... I can't even imagine at UF and FSU, where they're even more selective, what it's like.

Well, yes I can, because I believe that if these budget cutbacks in the tens of millions are causing schools to cut down on the number of students they accept for 2008-2009 undergrad, that it more likely than not is also affecting the graduate schools as well. Additionally, UF has had a very large class, and I wouldn't be surprised if they want to cut down on that.

All of this is going to equal more selectivity. In any case, even if it's not having a huge impact, I'm sure the budget strain isn't helping any.

UF has already capped it's Undergrad incoming freshman class size (I think it's the first ever cap on enrollment). The state apparently has even asked UF to decrease it further. I can't imagine what it will mean to the already very high selectivity UF has had in the past few years (it started right after I got in, thank God), or what it will mean for the law school.

I don't think it means as much for the law schools in the state, they are still staying the same size. However, for the Public schools in the state, they aren't even allowed to accept transfers until December, period.

[stinabee]

In at Florida via gator skin snail mail!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so relieved! My first acceptance too! 5.6ers have a chance after all!

[UnbiasedObserver]

Congrats!

[CoupDeGlace]

In at Florida via gator skin snail mail!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so relieved! My first acceptance too! 5.6ers have a chance after all!

That's so exciting. If you don't mind me asking, when did you get notified that your application was sent to committee for review? I got the email on January 23, so I'm trying to gauge. 

[stinabee]

In at Florida via gator skin snail mail!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so relieved! My first acceptance too! 5.6ers have a chance after all!

That's so exciting. If you don't mind me asking, when did you get notified that your application was sent to committee for review? I got the email on January 23, so I'm trying to gauge. 

I also got my in-review email on the 23rd, so you should hear soon. I live in Gainesville now, so it might have gotten to me quicker. Good luck!