Applications are open for the Spring 2022 starting class between March 1 and June 15, 2021.
1. Apply to the college
Apply for admission to Santa Fe College using our online application.
- Submit official transcripts prior to downloading our program specific application, as they determine program eligibility or provide an override. If submitting from another institution, transcripts must be received and evaluated by Santa Fe College by the Zoo Animal Technology program application deadline.
2. Apply to the Zoo Animal Technology Program
Take a Potential Student Tour
Before deciding if this program is the right pathway to your goals, we highly recommend scheduling a potential student tour. Potential students are guided around the zoo by a student currently in the program and then can schedule a Zoom meeting with the academic advisor to further discuss the student's professional and academic goals.
Program Application
Students must apply directly to the Zoo Animal Technology program through a separate paper application during specific time frames. The Zoo Animal Technology program does not start a new class every semester, but every other semester.
After applying to Santa Fe College and submitting all transcripts, please review the applications dates and deadlines for the program.
Send your completed application to the Zoo Animal Technology program advisor via email, mail, or drop-off.
Mailing Address
Zoo Advisor, Zoo Animal Technology program
3000 NW 83rd Street
Gainesville, FL 32606
Drop-Off
Drop off at the zoo ticket window anytime between 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. The zoo is located on the Northwest Campus of Santa Fe College behind the gym.
3. Accepting a Seat in the Zoo Animal Technology Program
Applicants will be notified of status by United States mail only. Date of notification is typically three (3) weeks after applications close and will be posted on the zoo webpage as well as Facebook and Instagram. Applicants are strongly advised to verify their mailing address by logging on to eSantaFe. An incorrect address may result in delay of notification. No status information will be given over the telephone or email.
To accept a position in the program, selected students must return the response form and complete all required Canvas course assignments by established deadlines. Failure to do so may result in the loss of a seat in the program. Full acceptance to the program is based upon successful outcome of all screenings and assignments.