University of Florida Levin College of Law c/o 2019 Forum

[medtolaw]

Admitted today! I was placed on the waitlist on the 24th of march, brought my waitlist form in to the admissions office (i live way closer to the law school than a fax machine on campus) and was notified of my acceptance while in class. A lot of excitement to hold in during a two block.

Wow congrats! That's a quick turnaround!

[__blah]

Anyone attending ASD on friday?

[Roberrrrto]

Admitted today! I was placed on the waitlist on the 24th of march, brought my waitlist form in to the admissions office (i live way closer to the law school than a fax machine on campus) and was notified of my acceptance while in class. A lot of excitement to hold in during a two block.

Wow congrats! That's a quick turnaround!

Congratulations!!! Feel free to come to Admitted Students Day tomorrow.

[Sonar80]

Check your spam folders, the Financial Aid Award emails came out earlier this week.

[medtolaw]

Check your spam folders, the Financial Aid Award emails came out earlier this week.

FYI the email directs you to https://student.ufl.edu/ where you can login with your GatorLink ID (or create one). The award letter is under "Awards and Disbursements" to the side.

[gator_guy93]

FYI UF's employment stats for Class of 2015 is posted:

https://www.law.ufl.edu/your-future/emp ... statistics

[MischiefManaged16]

Just so you guys know, I read that there are some issues with course scheduling and other new policy changes this spring at UF law. I was accepted last year and considered attending so I am a member of a group on Facebook where current students are discussing some issues with the school. From what I've read, they scheduled courses needed to graduate at the exact same time and there are a lot of scheduling conflicts. They are trying to reach out to administration but not getting much of a helpful response. Just wanted to inform you guys, hopefully they will correct the issue.

[Sonar80]

Just so you guys know, I read that there are some issues with course scheduling and other new policy changes this spring at UF law. I was accepted last year and considered attending so I am a member of a group on Facebook where current students are discussing some issues with the school. From what I've read, they scheduled courses needed to graduate at the exact same time and there are a lot of scheduling conflicts. They are trying to reach out to administration but not getting much of a helpful response. Just wanted to inform you guys, hopefully they will correct the issue.

I saw some grumblings on twitter about that as well.

[Sonar80]

FYI UF's employment stats for Class of 2015 is posted:

https://www.law.ufl.edu/your-future/emp ... statistics

Interesting numbers I think. Of the 303 that graduated 16 are unemployed seeking. That's not terrible at all. 233 got lawyer jobs, with the majority being in small firms. That's up (slightly) from the year before.

[medtolaw]

FYI UF's employment stats for Class of 2015 is posted:

https://www.law.ufl.edu/your-future/emp ... statistics

Interesting numbers I think. Of the 303 that graduated 16 are unemployed seeking. That's not terrible at all. 233 got lawyer jobs, with the majority being in small firms. That's up (slightly) from the year before.

Correct me if I'm wrong but the numbers to pay attention to are FTLT bar passage required + FTLT JD advantage. The other categories seem less than optimal. Going by that, there was a slight increase to 247 from 235 last year.

[Sonar80]

FYI UF's employment stats for Class of 2015 is posted:

https://www.law.ufl.edu/your-future/emp ... statistics

Interesting numbers I think. Of the 303 that graduated 16 are unemployed seeking. That's not terrible at all. 233 got lawyer jobs, with the majority being in small firms. That's up (slightly) from the year before.

Correct me if I'm wrong but the numbers to pay attention to are FTLT bar passage required + FTLT JD advantage. The other categories seem less than optimal. Going by that, there was a slight increase to 247 from 235 last year.

I think you're correct, I was just generalizing.

[Roberrrrto]

Just so you guys know, I read that there are some issues with course scheduling and other new policy changes this spring at UF law. I was accepted last year and considered attending so I am a member of a group on Facebook where current students are discussing some issues with the school. From what I've read, they scheduled courses needed to graduate at the exact same time and there are a lot of scheduling conflicts. They are trying to reach out to administration but not getting much of a helpful response. Just wanted to inform you guys, hopefully they will correct the issue.

I saw some grumblings on twitter about that as well.

FYI: Letter from the Dean regarding these issues. She's fixing it.

"Dear UF Law Students,

Thank you all for providing feedback about the new course schedule. We are really excited about this new approach to our schedule, and we appreciate your patience as we adjust to a new system.

You will notice that we are now offering some courses on an “every other year” basis in order to ensure higher enrollments in core classes. These changes are being made incrementally. In the Fall of 2015, we offered 57 non-required, non-clinical classes. The Fall 2016 schedule offers 51 non-required, non-clinical classes.

We are also working hard to offer some short 1-credit courses that you can take alongside your regular course load. These will bolster our already strong curriculum, and we will announce those offerings in the fall. If there is a course subject that is not otherwise offered next year, I am happy to direct you to the appropriate professor for an independent study.

Based on your comments, we have made some adjustments to the schedule. I believe these changes make our schedule even stronger and will cause a minimal amount of disruption. I thank you for your help in finding these solutions:

1. Both sections of Estates and Trusts are no longer scheduled at the same time in the afternoon. One is in the late morning, the other remains in the early afternoon.
2. Both sections of Income Tax are no longer scheduled at almost the same time in the morning. One is in the morning, the other is in the late afternoon.
3. Administrative Law has been moved to the afternoon.
4. Corporations has been moved from Tuesdays and Thursdays to Mondays and Wednesdays.
5. Employment Law now begins at an earlier time to reduce conflicts with some courses.
6. Advanced Legal Research has been moved to the late afternoon to make it available to more students.
7. Conflict of Laws has been moved to Monday and Wednesdays in the early afternoon.


I want to thank Dean Mashburn for all of her hard work developing and implementing this new system. She will be happy to answer specific questions you may have about your options or direct you to the people who can provide the appropriate advice.

Thank you again for your feedback and your patience. I wish you the best of luck during the last week of class and during the exam period!"

[lavarman84]

Just so you guys know, I read that there are some issues with course scheduling and other new policy changes this spring at UF law. I was accepted last year and considered attending so I am a member of a group on Facebook where current students are discussing some issues with the school. From what I've read, they scheduled courses needed to graduate at the exact same time and there are a lot of scheduling conflicts. They are trying to reach out to administration but not getting much of a helpful response. Just wanted to inform you guys, hopefully they will correct the issue.

I saw some grumblings on twitter about that as well.

People are frustrated with some of the policy changes and the lack of transparency. The changes to the schedule were a needed step in the right direction (showing they're actually listening to the frustrations). I'm a bit frustrated, myself.

[Roosevelt]

If you deposited and are still not 100% sure can you withdraw before the June 1 deposit?

When you pay your security deposit, you are required to sign an enrollment form stating you have withdrawn all other applications at schools where you have been accepted. So if you're unsure and withdraw before June 1, it sounds like you'll end up with no choices unless you get accepted elsewhere after you pay or get into a school where you have been waitlisted.

It depends on your reasoning. If you are withdrawing from UF to attend a law school that you were previously admitted to, then you basically began your legal career with a lie (not so great for the character & fitness portion of the Bar Application) by intentionally lying in reference to the above statement. If, however, you are withdrawing because you got admitted to a school you prefer that you had previously NOT been admitted to then you are fine.

Examples:
1. Admitted to FSU on March 15. Withdrew all applications to other law schools which you have been previously admitted AND paid seat deposit to UF on April 1. Admitted to Harvard May 1. Withdraw from UF and enroll at Harvard = OK
2. Admitted to FSU on March 15. Seat deposit to UF on April 1. Signed form stating you withdrew from other schools but didn't actually withdraw. Change your mind on May 1 and enroll at FSU = BAD.

Also, if the reason you are unsure is because you are unsure you want to go to law school at all then withdrawing is okay because it's not a candor violation. Also, if now is not the right time, you can always defer to next year.

Yes to most of this. With example 2 though, IMO, if you withdrew from FSU and then thought about it/changed your mind, you still may be able to withdraw from UF and pick up your seat again at FSU by calling them and asking to deposit. If you did initially withdraw from FSU prior to accepting to UF you technically aren't violating any terms, and withdrawing doesn't always shut the door. Probably not your situation, but it has happened.

[Roberrrrto]

Just so you guys know, I read that there are some issues with course scheduling and other new policy changes this spring at UF law. I was accepted last year and considered attending so I am a member of a group on Facebook where current students are discussing some issues with the school. From what I've read, they scheduled courses needed to graduate at the exact same time and there are a lot of scheduling conflicts. They are trying to reach out to administration but not getting much of a helpful response. Just wanted to inform you guys, hopefully they will correct the issue.

I saw some grumblings on twitter about that as well.

People are frustrated with some of the policy changes and the lack of transparency. The changes to the schedule were a needed step in the right direction (showing they're actually listening to the frustrations). I'm a bit frustrated, myself.

I agree that the ultimate goal of the changes, raising UF's rank is a worthwhile goal. The class conflicts, as previously mentioned, have already been fixed. While I understand why some students are disappointed that there are a smaller number of race relations and other low enrollment classes, I think we will all benefit from the increased ranking.

I equate it to a university reducing the size of the English Literature major in order to increase the size of the business and engineering schools aka majors that generate income. The new Dean's goal is to raise our US News ranking.

She has done that with admissions. Now, she's working on graduate salaries. It is a simple reality that entry level business and tax attorneys make more than public defenders and public interest attorneys.

I wouldn't let the admittedly loud noise being made by a very vocal minority sway anyone's decision on whether or not to attend UF.

[lavarman84]

Just so you guys know, I read that there are some issues with course scheduling and other new policy changes this spring at UF law. I was accepted last year and considered attending so I am a member of a group on Facebook where current students are discussing some issues with the school. From what I've read, they scheduled courses needed to graduate at the exact same time and there are a lot of scheduling conflicts. They are trying to reach out to administration but not getting much of a helpful response. Just wanted to inform you guys, hopefully they will correct the issue.

I saw some grumblings on twitter about that as well.

People are frustrated with some of the policy changes and the lack of transparency. The changes to the schedule were a needed step in the right direction (showing they're actually listening to the frustrations). I'm a bit frustrated, myself.

I agree that the ultimate goal of the changes, raising UF's rank is a worthwhile goal. The class conflicts, as previously mentioned, have already been fixed. While I understand why some students are disappointed that there are a smaller number of race relations and other low enrollment classes, I think we will all benefit from the increased ranking.

I equate it to a university reducing the size of the English Literature major in order to increase the size of the business and engineering schools aka majors that generate income. The new Dean's goal is to raise our US News ranking.

She has done that with admissions. Now, she's working on graduate salaries. It is a simple reality that entry level business and tax attorneys make more than public defenders and public interest attorneys.

I wouldn't let the admittedly loud noise being made by a very vocal minority sway anyone's decision on whether or not to attend UF.

That's not the Dean's choice to make, though.

[uab2016]

Has anyone been able to figure out how to actually "accept" the financial aid award online? My options still say "predicted," so I wasn't sure if that meant that I had to wait until actual figures came in before I can accept it.

[Kat1021]

Has anyone been able to figure out how to actually "accept" the financial aid award online? My options still say "predicted," so I wasn't sure if that meant that I had to wait until actual figures came in before I can accept it.

I couldn't figure it out either, but I think we dont accept the actual award until July? Not sure.

[uab2016]

Has anyone been able to figure out how to actually "accept" the financial aid award online? My options still say "predicted," so I wasn't sure if that meant that I had to wait until actual figures came in before I can accept it.

I couldn't figure it out either, but I think we dont accept the actual award until July? Not sure.

That's what I'm hoping! Just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing something. Thank you!

[Sonar80]

Has anyone been able to figure out how to actually "accept" the financial aid award online? My options still say "predicted," so I wasn't sure if that meant that I had to wait until actual figures came in before I can accept it.

You have to go into your one.uf (gatorlink) account and then sign the MPN's and essentially sign up for the loans you want. The email gives a link to go to in order to get it started. Apparently, the numbers may fluctuate a little after all, but for loans like the direct subsidized loans, there is only so much you can accept ($20,500). As far as need based aid/grants, I have no idea, I think the assumption is that you'll accept that either way.

[Sonar80]

Also, now that we're all accepted and moving forward, what forum do we go to now?!?!

[Kat1021]

Has anyone been able to figure out how to actually "accept" the financial aid award online? My options still say "predicted," so I wasn't sure if that meant that I had to wait until actual figures came in before I can accept it.

You have to go into your one.uf (gatorlink) account and then sign the MPN's and essentially sign up for the loans you want. The email gives a link to go to in order to get it started. Apparently, the numbers may fluctuate a little after all, but for loans like the direct subsidized loans, there is only so much you can accept ($20,500). As far as need based aid/grants, I have no idea, I think the assumption is that you'll accept that either way.

Having trouble finding the MPNs. I've seen submit and cancel buttons, but not where I can enter the actual number that I want...

[07152016]

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[Kat1021]

Has anyone been able to figure out how to actually "accept" the financial aid award online? My options still say "predicted," so I wasn't sure if that meant that I had to wait until actual figures came in before I can accept it.

You have to go into your one.uf (gatorlink) account and then sign the MPN's and essentially sign up for the loans you want. The email gives a link to go to in order to get it started. Apparently, the numbers may fluctuate a little after all, but for loans like the direct subsidized loans, there is only so much you can accept ($20,500). As far as need based aid/grants, I have no idea, I think the assumption is that you'll accept that either way.

Having trouble finding the MPNs. I've seen submit and cancel buttons, but not where I can enter the actual number that I want...

FYI I to everyone: http://www.sfa.ufl.edu/process/receiving-your-aid/

I'm surprised UF hasn't given us more info like this more directly

[07152016]

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