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University of Florida Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering

General Admission Requirements

When you are ready to assemble your admission materials, visit the Preparing Your Packet page.

  • B.S. degree in a computing-related engineering degree1.
  • Cumulative B.S. GPA of 3.0 or higher2.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)3.
  • Three (3) letters of recommendation4.
  • Statement of purpose (SOP).
  • English proficiency test, if applicable.
  • GRE not required.

Admission Deadlines

Visit the page Preparing Your Packet for additional information on the admission rubric and guidelines.

The Admissions Committee reviews packets on a rolling basis for packets including all required materials (must include all items listed under “General Admission Requirements”). Your application packet will be marked incomplete until all items have been submitted.

  • Fall Admission
    • Applications for the Fall 2024 term are closed.
    • Applications for the Fall 2025 term are open.
    • Priority Deadline: January 5
    • We accept applications by January 31st for international applicants, and April 1st for domestic applicants.
  • Spring & Summer Admission
    • No applications are considered.

The review process for the Fall 2025 class will start as early as January 5th, 2025. Stay ahead of the competition, apply early!

  1. Although most students have an engineering degree or a degree from some other STEM-related field, this is not a requirement. Contact the program admission team for more information. ↩︎
  2. Or equivalent 75%. ↩︎
  3. Visit the page Preparing Your Packet for a template and other tips on how to prepare your CV. ↩︎
  4. Recommendation letters are typically written from former professors or industry professionals who can attest to the skills, character, and achievements of the individual seeking the recommendation. ↩︎