Prospective Students
The Department of Animal Sciences undergraduate program offers four specializations: Animal Biology, Equine, Food Animal, and Integrative Animal Sciences. Students have the opportunity to learn reproduction, genetics, nutrition, physiology, growth, behavior, and management of livestock species through hands-on application. Students utilize the Animal Sciences Teaching and Research units to prepare them to enter a variety of animal-related careers.
Admissions Information
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Freshman
Your admission to UF as a Freshman student is determined by the University of Florida's Office of Admissions. All questions regarding the freshman application process should be directed to that office.
Requirements
Detailed requirements for freshman admissions can be found on the Office of Admission's Website here.
Dates & Deadlines
Mid-August - Application Opens
November 1 - Application Due
December 1 - SSAR Due
December 15 - Test Scores Due
Mid-February - Decisions are Released
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Transfer
Your admission into UF Animal Sciences program is determined by the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS). Questions regarding your application can generally be directed to the CALS Dean's Office.
Details regarding transfer admission can be found in the CALS Transfer Guide here.
REQUIREMENTS
Students must complete an Associate of Arts degree (not an A.S.!), have at least a 2.0 overall GPA, complete the required prerequisite courses, and meet the foreign language and immunization policies of the University of Florida before transferring.
Animal Biology Specialization
Required GPA must be a 2.0 overall and 2.5 (3.0 encouraged) in the following courses.
Students MUST complete the following courses before transferring:BSC 2010/L General Biology 1 and Lab
BSC 2011/L General Biology 2 and Lab
CHM 2045/L General Chemistry 1 and Lab
CHM 2046/L General Chemistry 2 and Lab
MAC 1147 Precalculus Algebra & Trigonometry or MAC 1140 Precalculus Algebra + MAC 1114 TrigonometryNOTE: This program is extremely competitive and the above GPAs are MINIMUMS and do not guarantee admission.
Equine, Food Animal, and Integrative Specializations
The required GPA must be a 2.0 overall and 2.0 in the following courses. Students MUST complete the following courses before transferring:
BSC 2010/L General Biology 1 and Lab
BSC 2011L General Biology 2 and Lab
CHM 2045L General Chemistry 1 and Lab
ECO 2013 Macroeconomics or ECO 2023 Microeconomics
MAC 1147 Precalculus Algebra & Trigonometry or MAC 1140 Precalculus Algebra + MAC 1114 Trigonometry
STA 2023 Introduction to Statistics 1
APPLICATION DEADLINES
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Current UF Students: Change of Major
If you are a currently enrolled UF student considering changing your major to Animal Sciences, please make an appointment with an advisor to discuss your eligibility.
If an advisor approves of your change of major, you will need to complete the CALS Change of Major Form.
B.S. Animal Science
Animal Biology Specialization
The Animal Biology Specialization is a pre-professional track, leading to application to professional programs such as Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, and Dentistry.
- Animal Biology- Specialization (pre-professional track)
- Animal Biology Pre-Transfer Guide
- Animal Biology Semester Plans
B.S. Animal Science
Equine Specialization
Students combine relevant equine courses, with business courses and an internship to prepare for a wide range of careers within the equine and animal industries.
Visit the UF Equine Sciences website to learn more.
B.S. Animal Science
Food Animal Specialization
Within the Food Animal specialization, students may choose from coursework relative to Beef cattle, Dairy cattle, or the safety and processing of meat, and prepare for careers supporting those industries.
B.S. Animal Science
Integrative Specialization
For students who wish to obtain a customized degree in animal sciences with a focus on a discipline rather than an animal species. Examples include the integration of the animal sciences with advanced training in artificial intelligence, reproduction, animal behavior, or environmental sciences. By choosing appropriate electives, students can earn a minor or a dual major in other fields.
Schedule with an Academic Advisor to discuss your degree plan!