Promotion and Tenure at the University of Florida

The Promotion and Tenure process of the University of Florida takes place as a recurring 12-month cycle that is initiated by eligible faculty members with the support of their Department Chairs every summer. Faculty can apply for promotion or tenure or both using the same process.

There are specific guidelines for promotion to Distinguished Professor.

The Office of the Provost offers annual workshops for faculty and staff who support applications. Online training modules and instruction guides on the new online Promotion and Tenure process.

GUIDELINES AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE TENURE, PERMANENT STATUS AND PROMOTION PROCESS FOR 2020-2021

I. About Tenure, Promotion & Permanent Status
II. Eligibility for Tenure and Permanent Status
III. Procedures
IV. Additional Information for Chairs and Directors
V. Additional Information for College Committees and Deans
VI. Tenure upon Appointment
VII. Annual Review Process
VIII. Using the Template