UF College of Pharmacy Class of 2028
Next Steps to Becoming a Gator
Before you arrive at the UF College of Pharmacy in August, we would encourage you to complete the steps highlighted in the table below.
Opened Fall 2024
FAFSA Update
FAFSA opens as early as October 1. The sooner you fill out your FAFSA the more likely you are to receive a pharmacy grant. These are on a first come basis.
Respond 10 days after receipt if there are errors
Pre-Req Update
You must verify completion of the required pre-requisite courses. An audit will be sent to you 3 weeks after your admission offer. Review this information and let our office know if there are discrepancies.
Due: June 24, 2024
Background Check
Directions for your background check. You will be class of 2028 in the background check system.
DUE 10 DAYS AFTER YOUR ADMISSIONS LETTER
I-20’s
If you are an international student you will need an I-20. Please email Mary Beth Yokomi at pharmdadmissions@cop.ufl.edu.
June 3-6 & 10-13 2024-Virtual – 6-8 pm
GatoRx Launch 2024
The purpose of GatorRx Launch is to ease the transition into our professional program. In addition to a review of some important chemistry and anatomy/physiology concepts, we will have some great discussions about mentoring, imposter syndrome, and wellness. All of this is designed to help you transition successfully into the PharmD program. This is a 2 week virtual experience.
Due: June 30, 2024
UF Residency Verification
Login to myUFL to review your residency classification. You can reach out to the UF Admissions Office for additional information at 352-392-1365.
In LATE JUNE, Details Coming soon
Attend a Pharmily Event
These are great networking opportunities for you to get to know your classmates and upperclassman.
Opens: July 8, 2024 | Due: August 6, 2024
Online Orientation
This required online course is designed to help you to become more familiar with the pharmacy program.
Due: May 30
Immunizations and TB Test
The University of Florida requires that all new students show proof of certain immunizations prior to attending UF.
August 12-16, 2024
PharmDiscovery Week
This required in-person event will prepare you for being successful in the Pharm.D. program and will provide expectations as a student in our program.
August 19, 2024
First Day of Classes
The first day of classes for the fall semester.
Fall 2024
Intern Licensure Application
Information will be sent early in the semester. Do not start this process until instructed.
August 12, 2024* (For Summer Enrollees only
Last Day to Send Final Transcripts
All coursework must be verified. These transcripts should be sent to Mary Beth Yokomi at PO BOX 100495 Gainesville, FL 32610 or sent electronically to pharmdadmissions@cop.ufl.edu
First Week of August
Registration
You do not register yourself for courses. We will register you for your fall courses. We register you the first week of August.