Transfer to Plant Science!
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences has a tradition of working closely with students to ensure a smooth transfer to the University of Florida, and the Plant Science Major was crafted with Transfer Students in mind!
- Read page 36 of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) Transfer Guide for details about requirements for joining the Plant Science Major.
- Join the Gator Tracks program for one-on-one advising to prepare you to transfer successfully.
- Click on the CALS resources for transferring, then scroll to the last section of the page and click "Transfer"
- Decide where you want to study! The Plant Science transfer pathway is offered in Florida in the following locations: Apopka, Ft. Lauderdale, Gainesville, and Milton. Read more about each location’s programs here!
- Reach out to our Plant Science Advisor to chat about the program!
We look forward to growing with you!
Here are the five things you need to know to transfer to UF and earn a BS in Plant Science:
1. Have a G.P.A. of 2.0 Overall
2. Complete these five prerequisites with a G.P.A. of 2.0 or better:
- General Biology 1 and Lab (BSC 2010 and BSC 2010L), or Intro Botany 1 (BOT 2010C)
- General Biology 2 and Lab (BSC 2011 and BSC 2011L), or Plant Diversity (Botany 2) (BOT2011C)
- General Chemistry 1 and Lab (CHM 2045 and CHM 2045L)
- Macroeconomics (ECO2013)
- Precalculus (MAC 1147) or both Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry (MAC 1140 and< MAC 1114)
3. Have 60 or more semester hours from:
- A Florida State college, with an AA degree; or
- A regionally accredited institution; or
- A Florida nonpublic postsecondary institution, with coursework listed in the Florida Statewide Course Numbering System
4. Apply to the program before the College of Agricultural and Life Science’s application deadline for your intended semester of admission.
5. Be prepared to jump right into campus activities and life, like joining a club, becoming a Plant Science Ambassador, getting involved in research, and more!
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If you are a transfer student from outside of Florida, please get in touch with the UF Admissions office for details on admission requirements.