The UF Pathway to Campus Enrollment (UF PaCE) provides additional opportunities for UF to offer admission to qualified freshman applicants with considerable academic potential and demonstrated scholastic success. Students selected for UF PaCE will enroll in UF Online as a degree-seeking student for a minimum of two semesters and complete at least 15 credit hours online. After earning a total of 60 credits and meeting your selected major's requirements, students may submit a transition form to move from online learning to a guaranteed place on the UF residential campus in their desired PaCE major.

Because of limitations to our freshman enrollment on UF's residential campus, we are unable to accommodate every capable student who applies to the university. However, because of your demonstrated potential, we are offering you a pathway to UF's residential campus different from our traditional transfer program.

From day one, you are a University of Florida Gator. Your diploma will be indistinguishable from the diploma that students who complete all courses residentially receive.

Students admitted through PaCE can choose from more than 60 PaCE majors. In addition, students admitted through PaCE may elect to complete their entire degree online in any UF Online major.

You may change your major to any other PaCE major or any major currently offered through UF Online. Students choosing to major in programs outside of PaCE must apply to UF as an upper-division transfer and are not guaranteed a place on the UF residential campus. Please consult the college that offers your desired non-PaCE major to discuss the details and possibility of such a transfer.

The condition of having at least 60 hours before transitioning to campus may be satisfied partially by taking courses at other colleges or universities with prior approval of your college. However, it is very important that you realize that not all colleges allow for this type of enrollment, which is called transient enrollment (it also can be referred to as dual enrollment). Thus, you must talk to your academic advisor before enrolling elsewhere to make sure transient enrollment is allowed and, if so, that the credits will transfer and are appropriate for your chosen major. Keep in mind that at least 15 credits must be taken through UF Online before transitioning to campus. Taking courses at other institutions may have financial aid implications, so please be sure to discuss your intentions with both your academic advisor and the UF OneStop. It is important that you enroll as a transient student correctly by completing the appropriate paperwork rather than just enrolling in additional coursework at a different institution.

Most majors available to students admitted through PaCE could provide a pathway to medical, dental or veterinary school. However, health-related professional schools recommend taking critical-tracking courses face-to-face at the university level. Currently, not all health-related professional schools accept online undergraduate courses. As a result we suggest, in coordination with your advisor, that students admitted to UF through PaCE who are interested in health-related professional schools take all prerequisite courses as a residential student.

We recommend taking prerequisite courses residentially at a state university (e.g., University of Central Florida, Florida International University, or other state university). If you take your critical-tracking courses at a state university (other than the University of Florida) your pathway to campus admission is:

1. Accept admission to UF through PaCE.
2. Plan on taking the pre-health prerequisite courses such as biology, chemistry, and possibly others face-to-face (not as an online course) as a transient student at a Florida State University. Talk to your academic advisor about which courses should be taken face-to-face rather than online.
3. Complete the rest of the PaCE requirements.

It is essential that you coordinate your course selection with your UF advisor to ensure that you stay on track to graduate from the University of Florida.

PaCE students can graduate with honors if they meet the requirement for their majors, however, PaCE students are not eligible to join the Honors Program. For more information, visit the Graduating with Honors page in the Undergraduate Catalog.

Yes, students are permitted to take courses during the summer prior to beginning in PaCE at another institution. Since you will not be considered a UF student at that time, no transient forms or formal permission is required. However, we strongly suggest you contact the appropriate academic advisor to discuss your plans and how the courses you intend to take will help you complete your program requirements. It is important that you earn a minimum college GPA of a 2.0 to remain eligible for PaCE.

Yes. A student may choose any of the majors in UF Online, including non-PaCE majors, and complete their degree entirely online. While in UF Online, students will benefit from UF Online's lower tuition and fees.

Yes, you will receive advising from your college/major prior to registering for courses. See the list of college advising contacts.

• Earn a total of 60 credits (up to 45 credits may come from previous college credits earned through AP, IB, Dual Enrollment or other accelerated methods)
• Enroll in UF Online for at least two semesters and earn at least 15 credit hours.
• Complete all prerequisite or tracking requirements with required grades for your selected major.

UF Online students do not pay for fee-based services as part of their standard cost of attendance. However, the UF Online Optional Fee Package is available to UF Online students who wish to have access to all services, programs and activities on campus. If you have questions about the Optional Fee Package, please contact our Dean of Students Office at newstudentinfo@dso.ufl.edu or 352-392-8396.

Due to space limitations, PaCE students cannot live on campus prior to transitioning to campus. Keep in mind that PaCE students are not required to come to Gainesville until they transition to campus. Students who wish to move to Gainesville before transitioning to campus can find off-campus living accommodations. For more information, consult the PaCE Student Information page on the UF Housing & Residence Education website.

BFA ART students who accept the PaCE offer will be required to take their ART courses live on campus in Gainesville but still are not permitted to live on campus until they transition out of the PaCE program.

Off Campus Life at UF is here to help students with their transition to Gainesville. Search for housing, learn about living off campus, or to set up an appointment with an Off Campus Life staff member.

Yes. The Disability Resource Center strives to provide quality services to students with physical, learning, sensory or psychological disabilities, to educate them about their legal rights and responsibilities so that they can make informed decisions, and to foster a sense of empowerment so that they can engage in critical thinking and self-determination. UF Online students can visit the Disability Resource Center online or call 352-392-8568 or email for assistance.

Many resources are available to UF Online students through the UF Counseling and Wellness Center's website. To gain full access to the Counseling and Wellness Center, UF Online students may purchase the UF Online Optional Fee Package or pay an Off-Semester Access Charge.

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Yes, PaCE students who successfully pass an audition can participate in marching band or other music ensembles.

UF Online students who wish to access on-campus recreation centers and participate in intramural sports may purchase the UF Online Optional Fee Package or purchase a non-fee paying student membership (each semester).

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Yes, PaCE students may join student organizations as long as they meet the qualifications for the organizations per university regulations.

Social fraternities and sororities have chapters at the University of Florida, but are national organizations with many different eligibility policies of their own. We encourage our students to inquire about a chapter's membership requirements and its policies on remaining an active member.

Yes, the same meal plans available to all students are available to PaCE students. Off-campus students may be particularly interested in the commuter meal plans.

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UF Online students are eligible to purchase tickets for football and basketball in the student sections. Since UF Online students do not pay the athletic fee as part of their standard cost of attendance, they will pay a different amount for these tickets, and they may not be eligible for season football tickets. To receive student rates to athletic events, UF Online students may purchase the UF Online Optional Fee Package

Students in PaCE will pay the standard UF Online tuition and fees while enrolled in UF Online classes and the standard campus tuition and fees rates while enrolled in campus classes. While in UF Online, students can enroll in the UF Online Optional Fee Package if they wish to have full access to campus services.

Estimated cost of attendance for PaCE students.

The UF Online Optional Fee Package is designed to give UF Online students who choose to reside in or frequently visit Gainesville access to all on-campus student services. The all-inclusive package consists of the following:

Activity & Services:

• participation in recreational sports, intramurals, and club sports
• use of the Southwest Recreation Center, Student Recreation & Fitness Center, Lake Wauburg, campus pools, playing courts and recreation fields. Please note: Some recreational programs have additional fees and/or participation is determined by formal tryouts. More Information
• participation in Gator Nights, a late-night program offered on Fridays during the school year.

Health Services:

• access to the Student Health Care Center
• access to the Counseling and Wellness Center intake and base services. Please note some circumstances may require referral to an off campus service provider.

University Athletics:

• Includes student ticket pricing and seating access to the student section for athletic events. Please note this does not guarantee availability of tickets.

Transportation:

• Includes unlimited rides on the Regional Transit System (RTS). Riders will need to present the bus driver the appropriate Gator 1 Card at the time of service.

Yes. Florida Pre-paid and Florida Bright Futures may be used to pay for your UF Online tuition and fees. Please refer to Student Financial Affairs for additional information about financing your UF education. For questions specific to Florida Pre-Paid, please contact the University Bursar.

Enclosed in your official UF admissions offer received in the mail, you will receive a contract stating the conditions of your participation in UF PaCE. You will need to sign and return the contract, as well as your $200 non-refundable tuition deposit, by May 1. Cash payments are not accepted.

Once you accept our offer to join UF through PaCE, you will complete an online orientation that should answer many of your questions. You must then attend a mandatory on-campus orientation. You will work directly with an academic advisor to register for classes and develop a long-term academic plan.

You may begin your courses during the fall term.

Yes, you will need to submit all final high school and college transcripts by July 31, 2017

If you choose not to accept the UF PaCE offer, you are not guaranteed admission as a transfer student. You will need to submit a transfer application for admission consideration.

Yes, you will complete the Links online orientation and attend a mandatory on-campus orientation prior to beginning your UF Online courses.

Contact the UF Office of Admissions at 352-392-1365 or send an email to freshman@ufl.edu and include your name, question and phone number for a response.