How I Got Into UF! (#1 Tip)

[@Alvarox9]

Whats up with all these hate comments?! You’re doing good man! Keep up the good work

[@adriannap6390]

Fellow Gator here, I agree with all of what you said. A big tip for future applicants I’d give would be to please think hard about what you’ll write in your essay. It’s extremely important that you don’t write about anything cliche or something they see all the time. Write about something that’s really important to you and make sure you get a lot of people to review it and give you critiques.

[@antonbcyzkik9972]

Adrianna P I agree the essays really do it for ya

[@frostbitev335]

My dream school and i’ve realised that in my first 2 years of high school i was a bit of a slacker but now i’m working my hardest and putting in the work to get into UF

[@exposed1442]

Did u get in?

[@AlxBzn147]

You get in?

[@FahmeedRokon]

I GOT INTO UF!!! You were the first person I saw on how to. I transferred in to UF from Broward College. Gainesville is much warmer than south Florida

[@Galbra1th]

Congratulations!! So happy for you!

[@lilwrighto7793]

One huge thing you missed. People, do not freak out if you don’t get accepted. Apply to Santa Fe Community College that is right next to U of F. Complete the 2 year AA track and you’re guaranteed to be accepted by U of F by law.

[@Galbra1th]

Very true. I definitely failed to mention it in this video, so I actually just made a video a few weeks ago discussing this exact plan.

[@lilwrighto7793]

@@Galbra1th I didn’t see that. Didn’t mean it as a critique on this video. Just putting the comment in for anyone that might happen to see it. This is the exact path I’m taking to start engineering at U of F.

[@Galbra1th]

It’s a smart plan. Wish you the best of luck!

[@tamersabry4217]

would bright futture work if you do this

[@ThanosGames]

I have a 3.85 unweighted GPA, 5.6 weighed GPA (Junior and still increasing), a 1400 SAT, varsity track, 4 clubs. I am very stressed about if I get in, definitely will go for leadership positions for next year

[@Galbra1th]

That’s pretty impressive. But yeah make sure to get some leadership spots and maybe try to improve your SAT. Have you not taken the ACT?

[@ThanosGames]

@@Galbra1th no I haven't taken an ACT and that was my first ever SAT, I don't think I want to go through that whole process of studying all summer to improve it tho, hoping I am set as is right now(with some more leadership positions next year) in order to get in

[@Galbra1th]

I believe 1400 is right around average. Obviously it’s your choice but I would try to bring it up, especially if you’ve only taken it once. You never know. You don’t want to have any regrets

[@Twelte22]

I wish i had your gpa and sat lmao you’ll definitely get in

[@maddieford7854]

now i’m curious did you get in?

[@virgildoc]

congratulations our daughter called from her friends house last night to say she was accepted at UF and she is soo happy after working hard in school all her life and praying she would get accepted at her dream school

[@Galbra1th]

That's awesome. Congrats!

[@onkarsawantbhosle3146]

I just got accepted at UF. MS Industrial & Systems Engineering. Very excited.

[@Galbra1th]

Congrats! That’s awesome

[@Truble_]

Congrats bro, just curious, what was your SAT or ACT? UF is my top choice and my sat score is a 1400 with a 4.8 hpa. I’m just curious what my chances are.

[@Nick-fo9es]

"The best advice is to be active in highschool." Me who goes to school online: "Well shit."

[@maddisonkrieger3610]

Nick 76 don’t lost hope!

[@biancalucia8388]

I feel you. I’m an online student in college

[@seb9207]

There were a few kids in my class who got in this past year with 1100-1200 SAT and like no extracurriculars and average GPA. Idk how (especially considering there was multiple) but maybe this gives someone some hope. It could’ve been that it was a mediocre small school

[@Galbra1th]

Yeah that’s very bizarre. I had someone from my old high school with a 34 ACT get turned down :/

[@danielacelis6639]

Sebastian Stockbridge it might be the essay. uf basically dissects it and they know SAT/ACT scores don’t define a student, so the essay is the best way to show what kind of person you are

[@erinmccoy2203]

it’s a lot about the essay and supplemental questions, as well as extra curriculars and school involvement. test scores and numbers aren’t everything

[@AGcrystalclear]

I got a 1280 on my SAT and I have a 3.9 GPA. I heard you’re more likely to be accepted if you’re from another state since they consider you separately(I’m from IL). I have a few different volunteer experiences including work in a hospital(I want to major in nursing). UF is my dream school, do you think I have a reasonable chance at getting in?

[@Galbra1th]

Yeah they definitely have different standards for out of state. I would say you have a pretty good shot but still try to get that SAT score up.

[@noelphanord9013]

Did you get in?

[@AGcrystalclear]

@@noelphanord9013 No I didn't :( I'm attending the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

[@noelphanord9013]

bbenavent Congrats girl! I’m proud of you ❤️

[@VsroYT]

@@Galbra1th Is a 1300 SAT and 4.6 GPA good for my chances to get in? I am an immigrant from Syria. Does that affect my chances in any way? Thank you

[@FahmeedRokon]

We are number 1 public school now as per Wall Street Journal

[@Galbra1th]

Yessir! Crazyyy

[@josephyepes739]

Back on the KZbin grind 🔥🔥🔥

[@sarahgrace6833]

im a sophmore and im not very involved in my school and idk how to get involved

[@Galbra1th]

If there aren’t any clubs that interest you right now, start off by trying out for a team. That’ll open the door to even more connections down the line.

[@larrybaron2406]

My sons UF at the top of his list. His GPA in only 3.5 and he's ready to take his SATs now. Plays on the baseball team and golf team. Where do you think his SAT scores will need to be for the best chance ??? Also, thanks for the videos......this one was excellent !!!

[@Galbra1th]

Thanks for watching! I’d say you always want to aim for at least the median. I just posted a new video a few weeks ago that talks about getting into UF in 2022 if you want to check that out for more details!

[@thaonguyenphuong619]

You truely inspired me. Thank you so muchhh.

[@Yujin-kj4cx]

Awesome.I used to want to go to uf but is too hard for me.🙁

[@Galbra1th]

It’s still possible!

[@johnb8035]

I’m kind of in the same boat as you… good grades, good tests, but not exactly excellent in either, but I have stellar extracurriculars. 4.02 GPA weighted, 1310 SAT, but 6 clubs, one of them being student government, 2 sports, what are the chances of me getting in? Looking to retake my SAT so I can superscore as well

[@Galbra1th]

I think you’re in a good spot, but always smart to bump your score up.

[@Hephzibah624]

I'm 27 and currently completing my last year at my community college. My GPA thus far is a 4.0. In high school, well, my GPA was embarrassingly low so now I am trying my best to redeem myself by taking honors courses at my college. I planned to join or start a club this year but now there's coronavirus. 😫 Anyways, how does one achieve higher than a 4.0 GPA? Forgive me for my ignorance! 😓 Also, does living in FL already increase your chances?

[@maddieford7854]

hi! if you’re already in college, you can’t get higher than a 4.0. high school students can get higher if their school has weighted gpas, which depends on their grades in AP classes:)

[@wavystars5075]

Got rejected today :( // Unweighted 3.9, sat 1380, act 30, lots of community service and extra curricular activities. Just didn’t make the cut.

[@wavystars5075]

m J lol my weighted is a 5.8 // things happen !! It’s okay :))

[@giovanny8389]

I don’t understand how you got rejected with those stats

[@wavystars5075]

Giovanny think it’s just random, I’m at FSU now (Lol) life works out in its own ways!!

[@Risate]

@@wavystars5075 bro thats not freaking possible lmao

[@wavystars5075]

@@Risate it is lol. That’s what happened. I’m at Florida State now, and I’m so glad UF rejected me

[@boogz5372]

I’m a sophomore in NY and I was looking at this school but since corona came I haven’t been able to do clubs and I’m not doing so well with grades

[@Galbra1th]

How are you doing rn?

[@alexsh1523]

These applications are getting insane lol. It’s at the point where like even top students have a shot of getting turned away. I’m just worried about my essay as of rn, my stats though I think are good enough with a 4.65 GPA and 1520 sat lol. I just hope extracurriculares and essay dont screw me over lmaoo

[@Galbra1th]

You’ve already sent in your essay? I’m sure you’re just overthinking. What extracurriculars do you have?

[@alexsh1523]

@@Galbra1th No I’m still drafting it rn. My extracurriculars I think are ok. I’m an intern for a political campaign, on a student board for the district, and I’ve done track and some clubs. I don’t know how much they care about consistency though because almost all of my activities were only 11 and 12 grade cuz of covid

[@Galbra1th]

Gotcha. They should be pretty understanding of how covid affected involvement opportunities for students, so I wouldn’t worry about that aspect. As for your essay I would just continue revising it until you’re confident. Also, it’s never too late to change it completely if you don’t like what you have now.

[@Remi-bt7tp]

This is insane, back 25 years ago you get into Uf with a 1020 SAT. Now a 1400 is probably a no. WOW 👀👀

[@yesimxx.__4065]

I have a 4.7 GPA and have 200 community service hours. My SAT isn't the highest though .... praying that I get in. 🙏 ❤

[@Galbra1th]

Do you have other good extracurriculars? I think even without a stellar SAT you can have a good chance if everything else is in a good spot.

[@yesimxx.__4065]

@@Galbra1th I am the secretary for the Jesus club at my school, am a karateka and ballerina (I put my time outside of school in training)and I am fully dual enrolled in the state college. All of my classes are college classes except got my Capstone project class. I also have a part time job

[@mudasiralisyed3248]

Hello i score overall 6 (5.5 in Reading module with all module scored 6 )band and im from india may i have any chances in university of florida? I'm applying for masters in pharmaceutical sciences plz let me know.

[@Galbra1th]

Hey! I’m not entirely sure how they take into consideration those skills.. UF does seem to prioritize international students so if you have a solid GPA I would think you’re in a great spot!

[@wavystars5075]

Lol watching this today, because they release it at 6 pm.

[@Galbra1th]

Good luck!

[@DanielScariti]

how was it

[@bellaocasio9324]

Wavy Stars And then they ended up releasing the decisions two hours early 😂

[@tommasinacardone6018]

My SAT (not final) is 1270...guess I'm going to UTampa lmao

[@Galbra1th]

You can get it up! Don’t worry

[@DivineBooger]

I got in with an 1170, dont give up. I did get deferred from FSU tho aha. If i recall they put SAT/ACT on a lower importance than GPA/Essay/EC's, as I saw on their website. Also ORM if you think I got in otherwise lmao. Really focus on that essay because I believe it was the key for me getting into Fall. Since a lot of people with higher stats got summer, while I got Fall due to my serious interest in attending.

[@lindaturner9458]

U Got Mail You got into UF with an 1170? What about gpa?

[@DivineBooger]

@BRIANNA Harvey Gpa in high school was 4.4 weighted i think and 3.6 unweighted. I also failed every single AP exam getting a 2 on every single on except one of them I got a 1 lol. With that being said, I got a 3.92 gpa at UF out of 4.0.

[@DivineBooger]

@@lindaturner9458 Sorry for late response, I believe I had a 3.6 unweighted and 4.4 weighted.

[@user-yr3uj6go8i]

Do you think I will be fucked next year with an automatic rejection if I only have 2-3 extracurriculars that I was extremely dedicated to for four years straight? The admissions is getting insanely competitive nowadays and will likely get even worse next year.

[@AviatorZoroark]

You should be good! As long as your grades and essay is up to par as well. Try and get a leadership postion in one of those 3 if you dont have one already

[@user-yr3uj6go8i]

@@AviatorZoroark Will my 3.9 unweighted GPA and 4.2 weighted GPA (I hope) by the beginning of senior year pretty much hurt my chances, even if I'm 99.9% sure that I'm in top 5% of my class? My high school doesn't offer any honors classes or AP classes (I'm currently taking one AP class through Florida Virtual School which I'm the only student in the entire school taking an AP class). I wish I could take more AP classes this year, but unfortunately can't since taking more than 2 FLVS classes would cost me my scholarship (my other FLVS class is Spanish 2). I wish I could've dual-enrolled earlier, but unfortunately couldn't due to my circumstances (I desperately hope that I will dual-enroll this summer to bring up my weighted GPA dramatically to even get into the 50% middle range of admitted applicants). Would an extremely high SAT score compensate for my weighted GPA? Sorry for asking too much since I'm already so anxious to the point that I'm even sleep-deprived currently thinking about my chances.

[@AviatorZoroark]

@@user-yr3uj6go8i They should take into account your school and what they offer, and I'm sure seeing you went out of your way to take an AP course will look good on you. The reason they ask for class rank as far as I understand from counselors (I'm a junior as well) is that they want to see how you stack up with your situation. For example, i have a 5.0 weighted but I don't even think im in the top 5% because of grade inflation. If your 4.2 puts you at the top of your class, that puts you in good favor. In regards to test scores, UF does a holistic application process, so seeing high scores would probably make up for other aspects!

[@user-yr3uj6go8i]

@@AviatorZoroark So, do you think I will be fine as long as I'm 99.9% confident that I'm in the top 5%, perhaps top 2% or even top 1% of my class (I would have to verify just to make sure) while doing my best to challenge myself with AP classes and dual-enrollment as much possible? Will UF compare my weighted GPA to other applicants' weighted GPA's or just compare my GPA to other students at my high school?

[@Galbra1th]

As far as what you said earlier I would focus on getting leadership positions in your extracurriculars because everyone who is going to be applying will have been involved in one way or another. As far as your GPA and class rank go, I wouldn’t worry too much because you are doing the best you can for your situation. I ended up with a 5.0 gpa but was still #82 in my class, so they will really take into account your school and how your classmates rank. Keep it up with the AP online classes and just strengthen your extracurricular involvement and you should be good.

[@muhammadrulirahardi]

Hey bro can i ask can i applying there if i have 3.2 gpa im from electrical engineering , did i have a chance ?

[@Galbra1th]

I don’t think UF really cares much about what program you apply for. 3.2 will be tough if your SAT/ACT isn’t stellar.

[@muhammadrulirahardi]

@@Galbra1th ohh okay cool , im about to apply for MBA program in finance there .. if i have 3.2 GPA where should i go ? That acceptance rate is pretty high & have a potential i got in do you have any suggestion ? Tier 3 / tier 4 is fine for me like bentley , purdue , and im thinking about Loyola maryland Give me some thought bro it would be help me much ... but thanks about the answer i'll appreciated

[@Galbra1th]

Oh okay, that changes things! I didn’t realize you were engineering in undergrad. I thought you meant you were applying to UF for engineering in undergrad. I thinks that GPA in engineering you’ll be in a good spot. That is a good GPA for such a challenging major. I think you should definitely apply to UF! Sorry about the confusion haha

[@muhammadrulirahardi]

@@Galbra1th okayy thanks bro

[@ellierue5023]

I want to go to uf but my current gpa is a 2.75. Is there a chance that I can still get accepted into the pre med course or should I look into different schools

[@funnyguy3494]

Definately other schools.

[@ellierue5023]

@@funnyguy3494 challenge accepted

[@user-yr3uj6go8i]

Bad News: Zero chance for freshman admissions. The average GPA for admitted students was 4.45. Good News: However, your dreams of getting into UF may not be over. You could try a community college in Florida for 2 years and then transfer in with a much higher GPA.

[@Galbra1th]

UF doesn’t do admissions based off of preferred major, but they would look at your GPA and interpret that as you not having a good chance at success in that program. Community college is a very viable option if UF is your dream school. Tons of kids go to Santa Fe CC which is right here in Gville and then transfer in after two year.

[@suns_out_7610]

ellie rue if you want to go there, go to another public university/community college for like 2 years, and then transfer in. If you go to a community college it’s a shit ton cheaper, and you can just transfer in basically without any requirements, and still have a UF diploma

[@lamborghiniaventador8670]

Im at a 4.2 weighted with 1560 sat enough? I'm scared

[@Galbra1th]

I would think so. The 1560 certainly is impressive.

[@lamborghiniaventador8670]

@@Galbra1th thank you!

[@Galbra1th]

No problem! I wish you the best of luck!

[@fififornow8031]

Dude that’s good enough for the Ivies

[@chrisadriaansen3663]

I wanna be a gator so badly

[@martinfinnegan8096]

sameeeeee

[@estebancendales]

what was your unweighted/weighted gpa? sat score?

[@Galbra1th]

Think it was around 3.9 and 5.0 for GPA. SAT was only 1320

[@biancalucia8388]

I was barely involved in anything in high school. The only thing I did was do community service for five kids the world. I got in UF for the first 3 semesters and dropped out

[@Galbra1th]

Why did you drop out?

[@biancalucia8388]

@@Galbra1th I had a terrible relationship that caused my grades to suffer. Also I had to have a 2.8 gpa to stay in the psychology program. I thought it was going to be a waste of money to continue my education and failing my courses. So I went to community college to finish my AA degree

[@Galbra1th]

@@biancalucia8388 I see. I'm sorry to hear that. i hope you have gotten out of that relationship and have been able to come out of the situation a stronger person. God bless.

[@biancalucia8388]

@@Galbra1th it’s ok. Just a rough situation...Well on the bright side, I went back to college 2 years ago and I’m graduating with my BS on May!!

[@Galbra1th]

@@biancalucia8388 That’s amazing! Congratulations!

[@andrewbarganier8651]

I really hope I get in

[@Galbra1th]

Best of luck Andrew!

[@ethanschultz7480]

You wanted to go to Indiana so you did not do dual enrollment? I am a big Gator fan but if I don’t get accepted there I want to go to South Carolina or Tennessee or Alabama. I was wondering if having 3 or more AP Classes per year can be really hard. I had AP World this year and I got an A, B, B, and probably B again. So I don’t know if the AP classes will be too difficult for me or not. I am a good student and do a lot outside of the classroom but I just don’t know if I should go the Dual Enrollment route or stick with honors and AP classes

[@Galbra1th]

If I were you I would stick with AP courses instead of Dual. They are just more widely accepted at most colleges. And quite honestly, AP Word is just a hard course lol. So don’t worry too much

[@ille1365]

Honestly from my pov, try dual enrollment if you're in Florida and are planning to stay here. Back in my first high school( I did 9th and 10th grade), most of my friends that took APs did not pass their exams due to lack of preparation and practically wasted their time on those classes. In 11th grade (and now 12 grade too) I'm in sas which is AP classes in the afternoon and mdc classes in the morning, sas is located in mdc so it's really convenient not having to move around from one school to another. All of our credits are accepted my public florida school so we practically save 2 years. In my opinion (I'm not the best neither in math,social studies, and english) it's not that hard as some people make it seem like

[@MorallyReprehensible]

I'd vote for Katie too.

[@Galbra1th]

Haha true

[@Stazzz3]

What if you did bad on SAT but everything else is good

[@Galbra1th]

I would try to retake it depending on how bad it is. If your ACT is strong then you may consider only sending that score and not your SAT

[@anavh8067]

Oh my god... I didn't expect you to also be from Naples haha

[@disdairy]

I’m from India. So I wanted to ask that as an international student what are my chances of getting into uf?

[@monqueyshank505]

my GPA is 2.75 of out 4(Chinese uni), I got 6.5 in IELTS. and i wanna study in UF, is there any chances that i could be accepted?

[@mike-yi7me]

U should maybe raise your gpa to atleast a 3.70

[@onkarsawantbhosle3146]

I got accepted at UF industrial engineering MS. My gpa was low. 3.2/4.

[@tonyraw101]

Onkar Sawant Bhosle wait really. With a 3.2/4 into UF

[@onkarsawantbhosle3146]

@Tony yes.

[@monqueyshank505]

@@onkarsawantbhosle3146 my GPA is now 3/4, and how did u do that?

[@gracejoy594]

im from india and UF is my dream school!! btw which major did you choose? im probably going for pharmacy..haven't took the sat yet but i hope i do great!!

[@Galbra1th]

I am a Finance major. I have heard UF has a great Pharmacy program. Good luck!

[@gracejoy594]

@@Galbra1th thank you!!

[@themarkhunt]

I’m 18 and I’m going through a Community College first I’m outta state I’m from MS Florida has been my dream school for a while I have a 21 on my ACT with a 4.1 GPA I rank 37 outta 203 any advice?

[@lilwrighto7793]

Advice for you if you’re going to community college. If you can, make the move to Florida and go to community college there. Specifically Santa Fe. Mainly because they have an Associate Art degree program that lets you transfer into U of F guaranteed once you complete the 2 years with Santa Fe. I’m 35, had horrible test scores years back in highschool, but I’m now on track to transfer to U of F for engineering.

[@chancereino5714]

Is it a lot easier to transfer into the college after a year?

[@Galbra1th]

A ton of ppl transfer in after 2 years (once they’ve gotten their AA)

[@chancereino5714]

@@Galbra1th what about transferring after one year of community college. Also would you happen to know what that process is like?

[@DavisOutdoors11]

Did you fake getting into college too?

[@kkeonii011]

What was your gpa?

[@Galbra1th]

Ended up with a 4.94

[@kkeonii011]

Nice

[@linguisticserects6455]

Hi, I wanna also apply in university if florida for Phd Program, (Linguistic), Do i need ielts if i need, your help will be quite appreciable for me.

[@amvity4184]

Haha I live there (Gainesville)

[@angiemerlin7859]

I need help transferring to this school! Currently in college..help! 😬🤗

[@Galbra1th]

Good luck!

[@angiemerlin7859]

Cameron Galbraith thank you 😊

[@mtutoriales]

Are you doing an A.A. or a B.A. degree?

[@SeverusHD860]

Wow !

[@mialang4928]

Justin Bieber really popped up out of nowhere

[@Galbra1th]

I truly have no idea what you’re talking about haha

[@foolanhi8183]

Legend

[@Galbra1th]

Facts

[@anniestockham1280]

frat vid