Welcome Class of 2025
Our Class of 2025 orientation will be here before you know it! We hope the following information will be helpful to you and alleviate some of your apprehension as to the where, when, and what is expected of you those first few days.
Please plan to be settled in Gainesville by the week of July 26-30, 2021.
We hope you are having an enjoyable and restful summer! Everyone in the College of Medicine and the Office of Student Affairs is planning and eagerly looking forward to your arrival. Please feel free to turn to this office for assistance and assurance. Aid and comfort are available whenever needed!
We have compiled a list of information that all incoming medical students should know, and a list of requirements. It is important that you read all items carefully to ensure that you provide all documentation by the posted deadlines. Missing forms, fees or information could hold up your registration and matriculation! All required forms are available for you to print, complete and return by e-mail, fax or USPS.
Orientation will begin Wednesday, July 28, 2021 and extend through Friday, July 30, 2021.
- Check-in will begin at 7:30a.m. in the George T. Harrell, M.D. Medical Education Building.
- Dress code – Please adhere to the following guidelines while attending UF College of Medicine c/o 2025 Orientation. All students should wear appropriate “business attire”; as we have scheduled a formal photograph to be taken.
Please use the 2025 Orientation CHECKLIST to ensure that all forms are turned in, all fees are paid, and deadlines are met.
Pre-Orientation Forms
Disability Insurance
The College of Medicine requires medical students to carry Disability Insurance.
Health Agreement
This form is signed only once. It contains a list of agreements that all medical students adhere to in order to be in good standing with the College of Medicine.
Health Insurance Verification
This must be completed each year. (Submit once coverage is in place. Please attach a copy of your insurance card to the completed form.)
Immunization Form
Prior to the start of medical school, you must provide documentation of immunizations.
Contact Information
Is it extremely important that you keep the Student Affairs Office informed of any address and/or Email change you might have between now and Orientation. If you change your address and/or Email, please let our office know, in addition to changing information on One.UF.
Health Insurance Information
Contact UF Student Health Care Center Patient Financial Services & Insurance Office (352) 273-4546. Waiver questions contact Health Compliance Office (352) 294-2925.
Immunization Health History
You MUST submit proof of immunizations using the “Immunization Health History form”. Records not submitted on the Immunization Health History form will not be accepted. You will not be able to start classes until all documentation is received.
Getting To Know You
In order to help you become well acquainted with your classmates, OSA will compile a class directory, "Getting To Know You", with pictures and miscellaneous information about each student. Please complete the Getting To Know You form.
Where do I go for?
Campus Parking Decal
For your convenience, parking decals for the 2020-2021 decal year must be ordered online.
Directory Information and Privacy Hold
The university ensures the confidentiality of student records in accordance with the provisions of various federal, state, and university regulations, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, also known as the Buckley Amendment.
Financial Aid and Tuition
The University of Florida does not send bills for tuition/fees. It is the responsibility of each student to assess fees correctly and pay on time.
Housing – Off Campus
Make the most of your UF experience by using resources and services that are especially designed with the off-campus student in mind.
Housing – On Campus
Where Gators Live! Apply to reserve your spot to live with UF Housing.
One.UF
This is the link to your file. You will have access to your grades, your schedule as well as being able to change your address and pay your fees.
Practical Advice Dr. Shelley Collins
Practical Advice from the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, Dr. Shelley Collins
Textbooks
Take a glimpse into the first year curriculum.
FAQs
Quick glance to help find frequently asked questions.
Registration Questions
FOR MEDICAL SCHOOL REGISTRATION QUESTIONS: Registration information regarding classes, contact Julian Gilder
Residency Questions
FOR IN-STATE FEES: Admissions Information Counter; Telephone, (352) 392-1365.201 Criser Hall; PO Box 114000 Gainesville, FL 32611-4000
UF ID and Badges
All faculty, staff and students at the University of Florida are required to have a University ID number and picture ID badges.
