I had to drop out of school my freshman year because of serious medical reasons and being in and out of the hospital. Recently I got my GED and am planning to take my SAT and ACT. I really want to get into University or Florida or Florida State University. If I score high on my SAT and ACT do I realistically have a chance?
Likely not. UF (and to some extent FSU) puts far more weight on school GPA and class rigor (taking the hardest classes available), than they do test scores. Your best bet is a local CC or college for two years and then to transfer. About a quarter of UF’s students are transfer students, and it will save you a ton of money (and better prepare you for the rigor at these schools). If you do well on your SAT/ACT, a local college may be a better fit than the CC.
Keep in mind that the states community college system is setup to get students into the public universities, like UF and FSU.
Good Luck!!