Shelter Medicine Graduate Certificate


Program Interest Form

Thank you for your interest in the University of Florida’s Shelter Medicine certificate program. Complete this form to receive program and application information.

For admission requirements and application deadlines, please visit the Admissions page.

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Graduate Certificate Application

When completing and submitting the application, please note the following important information for each section of the application:

Before You Apply 

  • You may apply using unofficial transcripts
  • Official transcripts are required after admission
  • Missing official transcripts will block future registration
  • No GRE required
  • English proficiency required for some international applicants
  • Current UF Master’s students: contact us for application instructions. 

Complete the UF Graduate Certificate Application 

Submit your application through the University of Florida Graduate Certificate Application. 

When completing the application, use the following selections: 

  • Certificate Level: Graduate
  • Certificate Program: College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Then choose: Shelter Medicine
  • Term: Select your intended start term (Summer applicants should choose Summer A/C) 

Required Application Materials 

Upload the following within the application: 

  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Statement of purpose (optional)
  • Resume or CV (optional) 

Transcripts 

You may apply using unofficial transcripts. If admitted, official transcripts must be submitted before registration for your second term. 

If official transcripts are not received, a hold will be placed on your account, and you will not be able to register for future coursework. 

Important: Processing times with the Office of Admissions can be slow. Request your official transcripts as soon as you are admitted to avoid registration delays. 

Submitting Official Transcripts 

Domestic Transcripts 

Official transcripts are required from every college or university listed on your application (including institutions where a degree was not earned). 

Electronic submission (preferred): 
Send directly from the issuing institution to: 
te@admissions.ufl.edu 

Accepted electronic providers include: FASTER, Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, ScribbleSoft, e-Scrip Safe, Credential Solutions, SCOIR and Transcripts Plus. 

If electronic delivery is not available through one of these services, transcripts must be sent by mail: 

University of Florida 
Office of Admissions 
201 Criser Hall – PO Box 114000 
Gainesville, FL 32611-4000 

International Applicants 

All international applicants must submit official transcripts (academic records) for every institution attended. 

English proficiency is required unless you meet an approved exemption. 

Because international document processing can take longer, we strongly recommend requesting transcripts as soon as you are admitted. 

View full international transcript and English proficiency requirements: 
Grad International – University of Florida 

Additional Information 

  • The GRE is not required for this program
  • The application fee must be paid at the time of submission
  • Be sure to monitor your email for updates from the University of Florida  

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