This is the full application submission platform. PLEASE take time to familiarize yourself with the RULES section on this landing page. Failure to follow the rules can result in an invalid application that will not be considered for recognition.
If you submitted an application through this platform last year, you'll use the same login credentials. Please use the forgot functions to locate login or reset password. Only ONE email login can be associated with ONE application submission. If you're submitting on someone's behalf or making multiple submissions, please use different email logins for each application.
For this application, you will need to SUBMIT the following:
- Answers to applicant data questions
- Brief responses to questions demonstarting your professional achievements, service/community involvement, and alumni engagement
- Current resume or CV
- Professional Headshot
- Biography/Biosketch (250 words in third-person tone/voice)
- Letters of recommendation (1 required, 2 max)
- Supporting documents showcasing your achievements and impact
To be eligible for 40 Gators Under 40 applicants must meet specific criteria.
- University of Florida alumna/ae (in good standing)
- 39 years of age or younger by September 9, 2024
- Significant impact within your company, industry, or field
- Transformative contributions to society through service and civic leadership
- Commitment to advancing the university's mission and values through impactful contributions
The University of Florida reserves the following rights: (1) to independently verify that applicants meet all criteria; (2) reject any applicant for any reason, including previous receipt of the Outstanding Young Alumni or 40 Gators Under 40 award; (3) modify requirements as needed without notification and (4) use awardee information and imagery as they best see fit.