Choose from 100+ majors and 130+ minors to customize your education and meet your goals. From orientation all the way to graduation, you’ll have a dedicated Academic Success Coach guiding you to set and reach milestones, choose courses and navigate university life.

You’ll also be in the best proximity to internship and career opportunities in Orlando, where UCF students and grads are in high demand by industry-shaping companies. You’ll unlock access to UCF’s valuable connections across a wide variety of fields — from engineering and technology to hospitality, healthcare and so much more.

Orlando is ranked the No. 2 best city to start a career in America (WalletHub).
And 70% of first-time-in-college students graduate with no educational debt from UCF, compared to only about 42% of students who graduate debt-free nationally. Between great quality of life and strong job opportunities, it’s no wonder almost 50% of UCF alumni stay in Central Florida after graduation.

Approximately, 73% of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance. UCF awards more than $585.3 million in merit and other assistance annually to students. This includes $122.3 million in Bright Futures Scholarships.  Students’ financial aid packages can include a combination of need-based 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 special admissions procedures for UCF Online. If you select UCF Online, you'll be restricted from enrolling in campus-based classes. Some online majors may have special admissions requirements in addition to university requirements.

UCF Online waives some campus-based student fees, saving you between $33 to $42 per credit hour. Tuition includes a distance learning fee of $18 per credit hour for all online classes.

If you intend to take only online courses for your degree, consider applying to UCF Online — designed for students attending college for the first time, transferring from another institution or returning to college to complete a degree.

UCF Online offers 130+ bachelor’s degrees, graduate degrees and graduate certificates to help launch your career or move into a higher role. You’ll also have access to the UCF Online Connect Center, where a team of success coaches are specifically trained to provide high-level support, coordination and guidance from admission through graduation. For more information, visit ucf.edu/online.

Whether you want to relax and recharge, or get moving and enjoy Orlando’s gorgeous weather, UCF has you covered in ways other universities can’t match — from lounging at the resort-style Leisure Pool to paddleboarding for free on campus at Lake Claire.

UCF’s easy-to-navigate main campus puts you in the middle of everything: classes, club meetings, dining halls, exciting events and helpful resources, plus access to doctors, dentists, dietitians, counselors and a pharmacy. And for first-time-in-college students, there are on-campus housing options from shared suites to apartment-style.

You’ll also love:

650+ student organizations — including interest-based clubs, rec sports, pre-professional societies, Greek life and more.

7,000+ events and activities throughout the year — from free concerts, comedy shows and movie screenings to some of the most iconic traditions on any college campus, like Spirit Splash during homecoming and the Space Game during football season.

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.