A UCF education is transformative and provides a strong return on investment. Over a working lifetime, a UCF degree amounts to $1.1 million in higher earnings compared with a high school diploma. Seventy percent of first-time-in-college students graduate with no educational debt, far exceeding the national average of 42%. UCF also graduates over 7,000 Pell-grant students annually, ensuring that thousands of hardworking students achieve their dreams and drive impact in their communities.
One of the most innovative universities in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report, UCF aims to empower every student to thrive in the classroom and beyond, succeed in their careers of choice and make meaningful contributions to their communities. Every student is matched with an academic success coach who will help to guide them stay on track through their academic career and graduate on time. Students experience many opportunities to connect with leading employers in their fields.

Approximately, 72% of undergraduate students receive some form of financial
assistance. UCF awards more than $544.7 million in merit and need-based
assistance annually to students. This includes $110.7 million in Bright Futures
Scholarships. Students’ financial aid packages can include a combination of needbased
grants, scholarships, Workstudy programs, and/or the low-interest federal
direct subsidized and unsubsidized loan. Scholarships and grants do not require
repayment. Students who are awarded Workstudy earn a biweekly paycheck as a
part of their financial aid package. Subsidized loan eligibility is based on a student’s
need and academic classification; whereas the unsubsidized loan is non-need
based: Federal Direct Stafford Loan | UCF Office of Student Financial Assistance.

Scholarships are awarded based on academic criteria and/or any combination of academics, financial need, campus/community activities, leadership positions and work experience.  Scholarships are designed to reward, encourage, and assist students in pursuing academic excellence and leadership roles.
 
The university also administers hundreds of scholarship programs established by individuals and organizations to assist our students. Students may utilize the Access to Opportunities (A2O) scholarship portal to look for internal and external scholarships.  For scholarship listings and more information about financial assistance at UCF, please visit: Scholarships | University of Central Florida Office of Financial Assistance.

Transfer students are encouraged to apply 6-8 months prior to the start of the term they wish to enroll. The transfer equivalency portal provides a database of established course equivalencies from other institutions at https://registrar.ucf.edu/transfer-student-resources/. The “Transfer to Be a Knight” virtual information session is offered on select afternoons throughout the year and provides guidance specific to transferring students. Complete details on the transfer application process, deadlines, requirements and registration for the virtual transfer session is at https://www.ucf.edu/admissions/undergraduate/transfer/.

FTICs can apply for admission using the UCF institutional application or the Common App. Transfer students must apply through the UCF institutional application. FTIC students must submit a SPARK (Self-Provided Academic Record for Knights) Form as part of the admission application. High school transcripts are not required for initial FTIC admission review; admitted students who choose to enroll at UCF must submit final, official high school transcripts after high school graduation, but prior to enrolling. Complete details on all admission requirements and deadlines are available at https://www.ucf.edu/admissions/undergraduate.  Students are encouraged to attend an information session and campus tour, weekend open house or virtual presentation. Details on visit programs are at admissions.ucf.edu/visit.

Housing information is available on the Housing and Residence Life website at www.housing.ucf.edu. Students are able to apply for housing once they have been admitted to UCF.

There are no specialized admission or enrollment procedures for fully online students. Students who select the UCF Online option during the admission process, or with a change of major, will be restricted from enrolling in campus-based classes.

UCF Online tuition includes an $18/credit hour distance learning fee for all online classes, however, students participating in UCF Online save between $33 to $42 per credit hour in waivers of some campus-based fees.

UCF’s fully online offerings include bachelor’s degrees, graduate degrees and graduate certificates. While online courses are open to all UCF students, if you intend to take only online courses in your studies, you may opt to participate in UCF Online. UCF Online offers waivers of some campus-based student fees and access to UCF’s Online Connect Center coaches who work with you as advocates and guides throughout your fully online academic experience at UCF. Visit ucf.edu/online for more information.

UCF’s online courses are designed to provide the highest quality learning experience for both traditional and non-traditional students. All course materials and methods are developed and delivered by UCF's world-class faculty.

UCF's vibrant campus life provides students with many opportunities to grow as leaders, make lifelong connections and explore their academic and personal interests. Student organizations offer invaluable resume-building and networking experience, as well as leadership and service opportunities, and represent a variety of career and personal interests. The 45,000-seat Acrisure Bounce House hosts exciting UCF football games, while the 10,000-seat Addition Financial Arena is home to UCF basketball, concerts and special events. At the heart of campus, the Student Union offers computer labs, study lounges, restaurants and shopping. The Recreation and Wellness Center features a rock-climbing wall, indoor track, resort-style pool, group exercise classes, intramural sports and more. UCF's location in Orlando provides students with all of the academic and social benefits of a metropolitan setting, including proximity to top employers, theme parks, beaches, concerts and performing arts events. 

UCF is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. Our mission is to positively transform the lives of our students academically, athletically, and personally through a nationally competitive intercollegiate athletics program that enhances the reputation and visibility of the University. We strive to be Florida's preeminent athletic program representing UCF and our community with distinction on the national stage as "Orlando's Hometown Team". To learn more about UCF and Athletics, please visit our websites at www.ucf.edu and www.ucfknights.com.