University of Central Florida
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Last Updated: June 6, 2023
This school is more affordable than other public schools.
Affordability is calculated by subtracting average financial aid from total tuition and fees.
Learn more about how we determine school awards$4,478
Avg in-state tuition
$19,810
Avg out-of-state tuition
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The University of Central Florida is a community of thinkers, helpers, and doers who use bold ideas to challenge the ordinary and devise solutions to solve the world’s most pressing problems. Located in Orlando, Florida, UCF has a total undergraduate enrollment of 58,749 with a selective acceptance rate of 36%. Listed among the Top 20 most innovative universities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, UCF specializes in providing high-quality degree programs at their main campus, 12 Central Florida locations, and fully online. Offering 243 bachelor's degrees, 219 master’s degrees, and 81 doctorate degrees, UCF has led the charge in showing how a university for the future can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world.
240+ Degree Programs
100+ Online Degrees Offered
91% Student Satisfaction Rate
100+ Study Abroad Programs
10+ On-Campus Housing Communities (or Residence Halls)
650+ Student Clubs and Organizations
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
45% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
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Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards92% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
74% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Required
High school transcript Required
High school rank Recommended
Letter of recommendation Recommended
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Not required or recommended
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 25-30
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1160-1340
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards72k
Students enrolled
9%
Online student enrollment
31:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
46%
Hispanic
28%
Black
10%
Asian
6%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Unknown
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
56%
Socio-economic diversity
29% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
136
Total Online Enrollment
6,367
Percent of Programs Online
54% On-campus
46% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates 100% online
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's 28% online
Graduate Certificate 73% online
Master's 47% online
Doctorate 13% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $4,478 | $19,810 |
| Graduate | $6,916 | $25,759 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,300 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,970 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,010 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,970 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,970 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $20,948 | $36,280 |
| Off-campus without family | $20,658 | $35,990 |
| Off-campus with family | $10,648 | $25,980 |
Financial Breakdown
On average, students at this school receive more financial aid than students at other schools.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsStudents Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
49%
State Grant Aid
82%
Institution Grant Aid
50%
Pell Grant
29%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debt after graduation
$40k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FBS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
- Football
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