University of Florida Top Questions

Describe your favorite campus traditions.

Jonathan

The University of Florida is know for being one of the top public schools in the nation, and usually ranks as one of the top one hundred schools in the nation among both public and private universities. UF is known for its math, science, engineering, and medical programs.

Katherine

My school is best known for research, which is a catch-22 because the extreme emphasis on scientific research comes at the expense of teaching and teacher-student involvement. Many professors are pressured to conduct research and publish their findings in order to secure tenure, but this hinders their ability/ restricts their time for effective teaching.

Sara

Football, athletics, strong academics, research, small town atmosphere

Samantha

UF is known for the florida Gators and Shands Medical Center. We have a very strong athetic program that has won many national titles. Shands Medical Center is one of the top research hospitals in the world. Doctors and patients come from all of the world to do research and recieve ground breaking treatment.

Kylie

UF is best known for our football team and "friendly" students. Even though our team has not been doing so well this year (2010), the fans are still rooting our Gators and are just as loyal as always. As for our reputation as a party school, if depends on who you are. If you are not the type of person to go out and get drunk every weekend, there are so many people like you and very many options, such as Gator Nights. But, if you are a partier, I promise there are a lot of places to go!

Tiffany

My school is best known for the "Don't tase me Bro" incident. In addition, we're known for the mascot 'Gators' and the National Championship victory in 2006.

Nikki

My school is best know for its football team (The Gators) and being a top academic and party school. It is known for being rigorous and for its students' getting rowdy.

Justin

The University of Florida is best known for its academics and of course its athletics because we dominate in class, as well as on the field. The list of majors we have to pick from encompasses anything anyone could want to major in. We have majors such as Packaging Science, Classics, and Pharmacy, which is my major. Not every university offers such a diverse list of majors, but the University of Florida makes sure every student has a chance to succeed in whatever field they are interested in.

Kyle

It is best known for its graduates. Once you receive that University of Florida diploma you automatically have an edge in a very competitive work force. Being a Florida Gator makes you a leader in whatever you endeavor for the rest of your life. Many students that have attended University of Florida go on to do incredible things for society.

Jenny

UF is known as one of the best public colleges in America. Requires cheap tuition while offering top-notch education. Produces outstanding graduate students.