International students should be prepared with sufficient resources to cover the full cost of tuition, books, room, board, transportation and other school expenses for the entire length of their academic program. International students may also apply for private funding through the Graduate Management Admission Council's MBA Loans program with a credit-worthy U.S. citizen as a co-signer. Before obtaining a visa and leaving their home country, students must be able to furnish the U.S. Consulate with proof of financial ability to pay for their studies at the University of Florida. Total funding requirements vary according to program and change from year to year. In addition to covering their own educational and living expenses, students should include a minimum $3,000 per year for an accompanying spouse and $1,500 per year for each child. Travel expenses to and from the student's home country are not included in the academic and living expense estimates.

International applicants who will require a student visa should submit their applications no later than December 15 for the Traditional 1-Year (Accelerated) Program and February 15 for the Traditional 2-Year Program to ensure that there is sufficient time to file the necessary paperwork prior to the start of classes. Upon acceptance to the University and after verification of financial solvency, candidates will receive Form I-20 or IAP-66 for a student visa. Students should not leave their home country before obtaining a student visa or come to the U.S. with a B-2 tourist visa. International applicants who have the goal of working in the United States after graduation should be aware that it is very difficult to secure a position without first having permanent residency.

A medical history, physical examination, and proof of measles/rubella immunization are required prior to registering for classes. In addition, a skin test for tuberculosis is required within six months of arrival in the United States. The Student Health Care Center on campus provides primary medical care, preventative medicine, health screening programs, and mental health consultation and counseling to all full-time students. A health fee is charged as part of tuition paid by all students - this is not health insurance. This fee covers outpatient visits to the student infirmary, some laboratory tests, and some medications.

Health care insurance in the United States is expensive. All international students are required to have health and accident insurance payable in U.S. dollars. International students will not be allowed to register for classes until proof of valid insurance is verified. Federal regulation also requires that all J-1 family members have health insurance. Health insurance for an individual student costs approximately $500-$600 per year. The cost of family coverage ranges from $2,500 to $5,000 per year. Students may choose from several plans available at the University of Florida International Center.

Upon arrival at the University, international students should report immediately to the University of Florida International Center (UFIC). International students who have not studied previously at the University of Florida must attend an UFIC orientation. UFIC staff members are available in 123 Grinter Hall to assist international students with their transition to the University of Florida.

The English Language Institute offers non-credit, non-degree programs in English as a foreign language throughout the academic year. However, admission to the ELI program does not guarantee admission to the University of Florida. The MBA Admissions Committee may require some students to complete an English language course prior to enrollment in the Florida MBA Programs.