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About Florida University

Known as a major, public research university, The University of Florida remains the state's oldest yet, most comprehensive university. The University of Florida is also one of the nation's most diverse public universities which includes a long history of established programs in international education, service and research. Now with over 50,000 students, The University of Florida is one of the largest standing universities in the Nation.

The University of Florida campus sits on 2,000 acres and has more than 900 buildings. The University of Florida also has resident halls with a total capacity of an estimated 7,500 students. Campus life has a primary focus of the Arts and Athletics. The University of Florida attracts world-class symphony orchestras, Broadway plays, opera and ballet performances. The Artistic venues housed by University of Florida contains a collection of more than 6,000 original works, the largest natural history museum in the Southeast, musical and theatrical centers, two television stations and four radio stations.

As far as athletics go, the University of Florida has ranked among the nation's top athletic programs of the last 20 years. The sports program at the University of Florida consists of more than 60 intramural and club sports ranging from archery to weightlifting. The University of Florida follows an extensive honor code committed to the highest standards of integrity and honesty.

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