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Imagine UCF
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA O R lando , F L O R I D A
Imagine a new adventure. Imagine fulfilling your dreams. Imagine learning and living in a location you will love.
Imagine UCF.
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ou are ready to take this next big step in your life. Studying at a university will be challenging as well as exciting, and your academic and personal experiences during this time will be unforgettable. So, what are you looking for in a university? Students just like you have asked this question and have answered it by choosing to study at the University of Central Florida, where quality education and affordability go hand–in–hand. With a variety of academic programs, an exciting campus environment, internship and employment opportunities, and an amazing location, UCF has something for everyone. Join the UCF family and start your adventure now. We are UCF. And UCF Stands For Opportunity.
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Why UCF
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ountless options for academic achievement. Lots of opportunities to meet people and make friends. A warm, sunny location. A variety of ways and places to have fun.
Being at UCF puts you in the midst of a modern, energetic and diverse environment, where you can explore your passions and be part of something new and exciting.
Did You Know? • I nternational students conduct a large portion of UCF’s research efforts, which have now topped the $130 million mark •U CF has almost 400 student groups and organizations, and more than 30 of them have an international focus
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OUR UNIVERSITY •W as named a “Best Value” university by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and a “School to Watch” by U.S. News & World Report •P artners with industry leaders to increase students’ job opportunities •F ocuses on research and involves students in their fields early • Sits on 1,415 acres with modern facilities • Employs the best faculty who are experts in their field
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UCF is International
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he international community at UCF is composed of students and scholars, representing more than 140 countries. These students and scholars enrich UCF with their experiences and knowledge, helping to
increase global learning, cultural exchange and international awareness.
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MAJORS
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Accounting
Forensic Science
Radio-Television
Advertising/Public Relations
French
Real Estate
Aerospace Engineering
Health Informatics and Information Management
Religious Studies
Anthropology
Restaurant and Foodservice Management
Applied Science
Health Sciences/ Pre-clinical Track
Architecture
Health Services Administration
Art
History
Art Education
Hospitality Management
Athletic Training
Humanities
Biology
Industrial Engineering
Biotechnology
Information Technology
Business Administration
Interdisciplinary Studies
Chemistry
International and Global Studies
Civil Engineering
Interpersonal/Organizational Communication
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Science Education Social Science Education Social Sciences Social Work Sociology Spanish Sport and Fitness Statistics
Journalism
Technical Education and Industry Training Theatre Theatre Studies
Computer Engineering
Legal Studies
Computer Science
Management
Construction Engineering
Pre-professional Programs
Marketing
Pre-chiropractic
Criminal Justice
Mathematics
Pre-dental
Digital Media
Mathematics Education
Pre-law
Early Childhood Development and Education
Mechanical Engineering
Pre-medical
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Pre-optometry
Modern Language Combination
Pre-osteopathy
Elementary Education
Molecular Biology and Microbiology
Pre-pharmacy
English
Music
English Language Arts Education
Music Education
Economics Electrical Engineering
Environmental Engineering Event Management Exceptional Student Education Film Finance Foreign Language Education
Nursing Philosophy Photography Physics Political Science Psychology Public Administration
Pre-podiatry Pre-veterinary
Did You Know? UCF has 12 colleges and more than 200 degree programs
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Location, Location, Location
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Orlando, known as the “City Beautiful,” is not just theme parks. Our area has seen rapid growth in recent years and is a center for the life sciences, medical innovation and technological developments. UCF is also located next to one of the top research parks in the country—allowing UCF to partner with leading research institutes and businesses which provide internship and employment opportunities for students. As a UCF student, you can take advantage of all these opportunities. And the best part is the weather—sunshine and a warm climate create the perfect environment to live, study and explore. Imagine the adventure you can have.
Images courtesy of the Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc.
ure, you know about Disney, Universal Studios and SeaWorld. But did you know Central Florida has nearly 100 theme parks and attractions? There’s also more than 5,000 restaurants and many beautiful beaches just a short drive away. Plus, Orlando’s international airport makes it easy to travel to Central Florida and UCF from around the world.
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A pplication D eadlines
Fall Semester (starts August) March 1
Spring Semester (starts January) September 1
Summer Semester (starts May)
How to Apply
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Apply Online
Your admission to UCF starts with the UCF undergraduate application, which has an application fee of $30 USD. You may complete this form online by visiting www.ucf.edu and clicking on the “Apply Now” button.
Submit Required Academic Documents All required academic documents must be submitted to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. These documents may include the following: •
Official transcripts (translations and evaluations may be required)
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SAT or ACT exam scores (if required)
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TOEFL or IELTS exam scores (if required)
January 1
S core R e q uirements
For more detailed information about application requirements, please visit the Undergraduate Admissions website at www.admissions.ucf.edu.
TOEFL Internet-based test
80
Computer-based test
213
Paper-based test
550
IELTS Band score
6.5
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Approximate Annual Tuition and Fees, Room and Board, and Books*† Non-Florida Resident
Tuition and Fees
$
19,133
Room and Board
$
8,574
Books
$
924
Estimated Total Cost
$
28,631
* Based on 14 credit hours per semester, standard room, and meal plan. † For the most current schedule of costs, visit www.finaid.ucf.edu.
Submit Required Immigration Documents All required immigration documents must be submitted to the International Services Center. These documents include the following: •
Copy of passport (6 month validity)
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UCF I-20 request form
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UCF Certification of Finances form
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Original financial support documents (showing sources of funding, e.g., bank statement)
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Dependant documents (if applicable)
NOTE: International Transfer Students must submit additional immigration documents. For more detailed information about immigration requirements and downloadable forms, please visit the International Services Center website at www.intl.ucf.edu.
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