Graduate Students

The ABE graduate studies program at the University of Florida is your key to success in a world that increasingly depends on expertise in agriculture and engineering. Ranked among the top programs nationally by U.S. News & World Report, the department offers Master's and Ph.D. degrees through both the College of Engineering and the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.

• Specializations
  Choose from Agricultural Production, Biological Engineering, Information Systems and Land & Water Resources.
• Graduate Degrees
  Master's and Ph.D. degrees are offered. The department also offers a one-year (3- semester) Master's degree program.
• Application Procedures
  Review both university and departmental application procedures for domestic and international graduate student, with links to the UF on-line application.
• Admission Requirements
  Review graduate student admission requirements for Master's, Ph.D. or the combined BS/ME or BS/MS degree.
• Graduate Student Manuals and Plan of Study Templates View degree requirements and departmental policies and procedures.
• Graduate Orientation Guide
  View information applicable to new students in the ABE graduate program.
• Financial Aid and Fellowships
  A variety of funding opportunities are available for graduate students. Apply early!
• Frequently Asked Questions
  Answers to some of the most common questions regarding graduate admission.
• Interdisciplinary Programs
  The ABE department participates in six interdisciplinary programs with other UF departments.
• Graduation Checklist
  A comprehensive list for students who are 2 semesters or less from graduation to ensure they meet all requirements.
• Graduate Research Projects
  ABE faculty and graduate students are involved in a wide variety of research projects.
• UF Resources for Graduate Students
  Learn about information and resources for domestic and international students, community life and student services at the University of Florida. Graduate students may be eligible to participate in the UF GatorGradCare Health Plan.
• Resources for Teaching Assistants
  The Teaching Center provides student teaching assistants with resources to enhance their teaching skills.