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Undergrad
Advising

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Trey Gifford
Academic Advisor 1
1170A McCarty A
352-294-7640
agifford1@ufl.edu

FRE-advising@ifas.ufl.edu

  • Advising Availability

    Advising Availability

    • UF FRE Advising Suite (Undergraduate and Graduate) is located on the 1st floor of McCarty Hall A, Room 1170
    • Probation Contracts
    • Student Appeals
    • Readmission Applicants

    Resources

  • Advising FAQ's

    Questions

    1. What are the office hours for advising?

    Schedule an appointment with Trey Gifford.

    2. Should I contact my advisor if I would like to dispute a grade?

    Incompletes, Disputing a Grade, or No Grades – Contact Instructor

    3. Registration – Can students register themselves? 

    Students can register on their own on ONE.UF

    4. What about departmentally Controlled Courses?

    Email Trey Gifford (agifford1@ufl.edu) (examples include AEB4325, AEB4931 (both sections), AEB4941)

    5. Pre-requisite Overrides?

    Email FRE-advising@ifas.ufl.edu

    6. How to request that the department accept a course as an FRE Elective (or an exception to a department policy)?

    Department Petition

    7. Is Internship Credit required?

    Not required, but highly encouraged. See: Internships

  • Undergraduate Forms

    Department Forms

    Forms that are within the Department

    Department Petition – Formal petition to request a particular action relating to their academics in FRE. Examples include approving an FRE Elective not on the approved list, Critical Tracking or AEB GPA, Minor course substitution.

    FAM Checklist | IFR Checklist: Food and Resource Economics Academic Checklist and Plan:-   Form used in Academic Advising to map out remaining requirements in the degree. It is best to complete this with your academic advisor for the most accurate information.

    Forms Signed by FRE Advising: UFIC Documents (OPT and CPT recommendations), Study Abroad Forms, Combination Degree Forms, CALS Documents (College Petition and Change of Majors), VA Authorizations

    College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Forms

    COMMON FORMS HANDLED IN THE CALS DEAN’S OFFICE

    University Petition (Registrar) - Interviewing Officer Statement -  Needed as part of the official University Petition process within the Office of the University Registrar. The Interviewing Officer Statement is completed by Dr. Wysocki in the CALS Dean’s Office

    Summer Enrollment Waiver (Registrar) -  Students completing a Summer Enrollment Waiver must meet with Dr. Wysocki. Documentation and Personal Statement must be completed prior to appointment

    Change of Major – Completed as part of the change of major process. Complete with your academic advisor. Turn in to 2020 McCarty Hall D for processing

    Minor Application (Registrar) – Application to Add or Cancel a minor. Signatures needed for CALS is handled by the CALS Dean’s office located in 2020 McCarty Hall D. Finished minor applications should be submitted to the Office of the University Registrar

    University Level Forms

    Please visit the corresponding office website for the most up to date version of the form and more information

    Student Financial Aid and Scholarships

    Office of the University Registrar

    Office of the University Registrar PETITIONS

    Dean of Students Office Medical Withdraw Petition

    Need help with a form? Contact Advising

     

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Graduate
Advising 

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Jess Herman
Graduate Academic Advisor
1170B MCCA
352-294-7622
jherman@ufl.edu

  • Graduate FAQ's

    Q: Does the online MAB require the GRE?

    A: No, GRE scores are not necessary for acceptance into the program.

     

    Q: When can students start the online MAB?

    A: The department admits to the MAB in summer B term only.

     

    Q: When will I find out if I am accepted?

    A: Once your application is fully complete and has been submitted along with all required supporting materials, the decision process will take approximately 4-6 weeks. 

     

    Q: How long does it take to complete the online MAB?

    A: The program is 30 credit hours and can be completed in 4 semesters if attending full-time.

     

    Q: I work full-time and cannot take a full course load. Is that okay?

    A: Yes. Most of our students are employed and it is perfectly fine to take one or two classes per term.

     

    Q: Will I need to be online at a specific time each week to complete my courses?

    A: No. The online MAB is asynchronous, meaning there is no set meeting time. You will need to check your CANVAS regularly to complete and submit assignments, collaborate on projects, and participate in class discussions.

     

    Q: Will I have an opportunity to interact with my peers and professors?

    A: Yes. We encourage frequent interaction and collaboration among students and with professors. Our faculty are always willing and ready to assist our students.

     

    Q: Will my diploma state that my program is online?

    A: No. Online degrees at UF do not distinguish between on-campus and online degrees. Your diploma will only show your degree “Master of Agribusiness”  

     

    Q: What is the tuition cost?

    A: While UF Florida resident tuition for graduate students is $530.69 per credit hour, MAB students only pay $484.48/credit hour (or $14,534.40 for the complete 30-credit hour program) because as online students, they are exempt from certain fees.  Tuition for non-Florida residents is $1255.41/credit hour.

     

    Q: Is financial assistance available for my program?

    A: Scholarship applications in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) and Food and Resource Economics Department (FRED) open in the spring term and are due each April 1st for award in the fall term. Students who apply to the MAB before the April 1st scholarship deadline will be given a chance to apply for scholarships. There is also the possibility of financial assistance through student loans. Students should complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and contact the UF Student Financial Aid Office for more information. Applicants who are citizens of a Latin American or Caribbean country may qualify to receive the Latin America-Caribbean Scholarship of $500 per semester, which enables them to qualify as a “resident for tuition purposes”.  

     

    Q: Do I need proof of insurance or immunization?

    A: No. There is a specific code attached to each MAB student which exempts them from the health insurance and immunization requirements.

     

    Q: Where are graduates of the online MAB employed?

    A: Graduates of the MAB program are employed in local, state, and federal government agencies, non-profit agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGO), US and foreign private industry, and US and foreign educational institutions.  Their career areas are wide-ranging including budget analysts, pricing consultants, marketing specialists, sales representatives and sales supervisors, production supervisors, farm managers, account specialists, financial advisors, finance and budget directors, legislative analysts, operations officers, contract analysts, underwriters, supply chain managers, buyers and procurement specialists, marketing specialists, human resource directors, compliance officers, broker associates, product development managers. Among our alumni are entrepreneurs, CEOs, COO’s, CFO’s, Presidents and Vice Presidents of industry, teachers, attorneys, police officers, active-duty military, veterinarians, and even a Circuit Court Judge!