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UCF Parents are Knights, too! to one of the most dynamic and energetic university communities in the nation. Our student-centered approach works to ensure that your student is safe, academically challenged and involved. As part of UCF’s community, students can experience the changes and discoveries of their first year at a modern university geared toward personal, academic and professional growth.
Why UCF? UCF’s student body is diverse, with students from all 67 of Florida’s counties, all 50 states and more than 145 countries. In addition to our wireless campus, we’ve been given high research rankings by national agencies because of our dedicated faculty and researchers who make groundbreaking discoveries. And Orlando is a great place to live—the city is growing in job opportunities, plus we have plenty of sunshine, attractions and activities to keep your student entertained and involved. All of this makes UCF a first-choice destination university.
CAMPUS LIFE U nder g raduate colle g es
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Students also have on-campus access to:
Arts and Humanities
Health services
Business Administration
Counseling services
Education
Numerous places to eat, have fun and meet friends
Engineering and Computer Science Health and Public Affairs
Top-notch residence halls and living communities
Medicine
Lakes and green spaces for recreation
Nursing
Bright House Networks Stadium for football games
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
UCF Arena for basketball games, as well as concerts and other shows
Sciences The Burnett Honors College
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Bachelor’s Master’s Doctoral Specialist Professional
But it isn’t just about what’s available to students. Some resources available to parents include: UCF Pegasus Parent program eminars to help you guide your student S to success at UCF rograms designed for parents of students P with special needs
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Your Student’s Second Home Housing
On-campus Activities
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Some examples of things happening on campus include:
Your first-year student can choose between one of our on-campus suite-style residence halls with double occupancy or apartments. The benefits of living on campus include: 24-hour security esident assistants and professional staff R who live in your student’s community onvenient location—near classes and C student services Bed, desk, chair, closet and dresser High-speed Internet Laundry facilities nearby Cable TV Events and activities
UCF residence halls are aesthetically pleasing, roomy and very secure, encompassed by a friendly and wholesome atmosphere. It provides us with peace of mind and our son with pride and new-found friends. Mr. and Mrs. MichaEl Phillips
Movies and concerts Comedy and variety shows Cultural and fine arts shows and exhibits Academic clubs Men’s and women’s NCAA Division I sports Intramural sport clubs Faith-based organizations Leadership development programs
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Life in Orlando
Come Visit Us The best way to find out if UCF is right for you and your future Knight is to visit us and see for yourself. Schedule your Campus Visit Experience at admissions.ucf.edu.
It’s well-known that Florida has a mild climate (72 degrees yearly average), some of the most exciting theme parks and attractions and is one of the most sought-after locations for family entertainment. But another side to Orlando is that we have a competitive job market for graduates—more than 100,000 of our alumni have chosen to stay right here in Orlando. Some examples of the benefits Orlando has to offer include: areer and internship opportunities with industry C leaders such as Siemens, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Darden and Loews Hotels umerous theme parks and attractions— N Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, Islands of Adventure, Kennedy Space Center and more Beautiful beaches within driving distance akes, springs and other L recreational opportunities
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F R O M U C F S tudents
Teach us how to budget our money before we start college. If we’re low on funds, you might help us by suggesting ideas for part-time jobs.
Start treating us like adults—we need to learn before we leave college and start our careers.
Talk to us about the social pressures of college, whether it is about alcohol or instilling in us a “homework before fun” ethic.
Teach us practical skills before we go to college—don’t assume we know how to cook, do laundry, clean, etc.
Encourage us to ask for help when we need it, whether it’s reaching out to our friends and professors— or to you.
U C F offers students : On-campus arts, culture and entertainment Diverse student body Research opportunities Career counseling and services Internship and work-study opportunities Professional campus police and security Partnerships with industry leaders
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Taking Advantage of a Great Value UCF is one of the nation’s best educational values for in-state college students according to Kiplinger’s, The Princeton Review and Forbes magazine. Students from outside of Florida also enjoy one of the lowest non-resident tuition rates in the nation.
More than 70 percent of UCF’s students receive need-based financial assistance and merit scholarships
n-campus, university–affiliated and O off-campus housing options are available tudents can attend most sports, music, S arts and theatre events free of charge
ore than $400 million awarded in loans, M grants and scholarships to more than 47,000 students last year
Numerous UCF work-study programs and internships available on or near campus
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cholarships ranging from $2,000 to S $10,000 per year are awarded to new students with excellent academic credentials
Approximate Annualand Tuition andRoom Fees, Current Annual Tuition Fees, Roomand and Board, and Books*† and Board, Books*
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Tuition Fees Tuition&and Fees
$ $ 5,212 4,685 $ $ 19,832 19,133
Room Board Room&and Board Books (estimate) Books
$ $ 8,574 8,574 $ $ 8,574 8,574 $ $ 924 924 $ $ 924924
Est. AnnualTotal Cost Cost $ $14,710 Estimated 14,183 $ $29,330 28,631 * Based on 14 credit hours per semester, standard * Costs are based upon 14 credit hours per semester, room, and meal plan. standard room, and meal plan. Does not include projected tuition increases of 5 to percent † For the most current schedule of 15 costs, visitper year. finaid.ucf.edu.
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Frequently Asked Questions Are there resources to help parents prepare their students?
What health services are available on campus?
The family and parents of incoming students can visit parents.sdes.ucf.edu for information about workshops and more.
UCF has a full-service health clinic with on-site professionals, X-ray capabilities, a pharmacy, a medical laboratory, physical therapy and dental services—all provided at a low cost to students. UCF also has a counseling center that provides services free of charge.
What happens after my student is admitted? Your student can register for orientation through myUCF and will receive information about how to prepare for their first day on campus.
What could affect the status of my student’s admission? If your student’s grades drop, their admission status could change. Your student should keep up their GPA and finish high school on a strong, positive note.
How can we find out more about on-campus housing? For more information about living in residence halls, communities and amenities, contact the Department of Housing and Residence Life at 407.823.4663 or visit housing.ucf.edu.
How can I find out more about Bright Futures scholarships? For answers about the scholarships, including eligibility criteria, call the Bright Futures toll-free hotline at 1.888.827.2004 or visit floridastudentfinancialaid.org.
What is the UCF Card? The UCF Card is your student’s ID card— but it also operates as their library card and on-campus debit card. Additionally, it can be used to get into student activities and events such as athletic events, concerts and other programs.
Will my student need a car? Not necessarily. Your student can get around campus on the UCF Shuttle—it’s a safe, convenient and free service we offer. The shuttle stops at strategic destination points to minimize the distance students have to walk. The shuttle also stops at 17 off-campus destinations, including residential communities and the Central Florida Research Park.
U niversity Profile Student Population: 58,587 From: 67 Florida counties, 50 states 145 countries National Merit Scholars: 190
Where can my student buy textbooks? Once your student has their class schedule, they can buy books at the UCF Barnes and Noble Bookstore or online at ucf.bncollege.com.
How does UCF keep my student safe? The UCF Police Department patrols the campus and provides a Safe Escort Patrol Service (SEPS), which provides students with an escort to their car or on-campus destinations. Your student can call 407.823.2424 for an escort Sunday to Thursday, from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. After 1 a.m., students may still call the UCF Police for an escort. Students can also register their belongings with the UCF Police Department—including items such as computers, bikes, iPads, cameras and other valuables—to protect against property loss. And they can do it online. For more information about the services the UCF Police Department provides, visit police.ucf.edu.
A d m itted F res h m en s h ould end in their enrollment deposit S no later than May 1 Consider housing options early ubmit the Free Application for S Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning January 1 earch for scholarship S opportunities using fastweb.com xpect to hear from the E First Year Experience Office to attend orientation, register for classes and meet with an academic advisor in early spring
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Understand that you can’t protect them from or prepare them for everything—they have to also learn from experience.
Let go and don’t be a “helicopter parent.” Don’t call them every day or visit every weekend—let them spread their wings.
Stay positive and build them up— tell them you love them and are proud of them. Care packages help with this message and provide extra support.
Encourage them to use UCF’s resources. There are so many available to them—and also know for yourself that these resources help support, protect and care for your student.
Set boundaries and talk to them about balance. It’s not all about books—it’s about the complete experience.
Everyone is helpful, pleasant and proud to be associated with UCF. Each person that we come in contact with has the exact same response when sharing feelings about UCF, ‘ I love it!’ The campus is so student friendly, easy to get around, and has a country club feel with beautiful architecture and the most modern of facilities. It is just an awesome place. Go Knights! Sally Lyle parent of James Lyle III AND MICHAEL LYLE
Ask questions instead of guessing. If you don’t know what UCF can offer your student, find out.
Be financially prepared for their school year and communicate to them their resource limitations.
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We’re Here When You Need Us
Like you, we have high aspirations and expectations for your student. UCF is focused on the education of more than 58,000 students—a large university has the opportunity to provide your student numerous services and experiences. Our goal is to provide you with ways to learn more about your future Knight’s campus community.
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Arts and Humanities 407.823.2251 Business Administration 407.823.2181 Education 407.823.2835 Engineering and Computer Science 407.823.2156 Health and Public Affairs 407.823.0171 Medicine 407.266.1000 Nursing 407.823.2744 Rosen College of Hospitality Management 407.903.8000 Sciences 407.823.1997 The Burnett Honors College 407.823.2076 Departments & Services
Academic Services for Student-Athletes 407.823.5896 / assa.sdes.ucf.edu Affiliated Housing T he Pointe at Central 407.384.6800 / thepointeatcentral.com Knights Circle 407.380.5807 / liveatknightscircle.com Campus Faith Ministries 407.823.5336 / ucfministries.com Counseling Center 407.823.2811 / counseling.sdes.ucf.edu Dining Services 407.823.2651 / ucfdining.com Financial Aid 407.823.2827 / finaid.ucf.edu
First Year Advising and Exploration 407.823.3789 / firstyear.sdes.ucf.edu Health Services 407.823.2701 / hs.sdes.ucf.edu Housing and Residence Life 407.823.4663 / housing.ucf.edu LEAD Scholars Program 407.823.2223 / lead.sdes.ucf.du LINK First Year Experience Program 407.823.5105 / link.ucf.edu Multicultural Academic and Support Services 407.823.2716 / mass.sdes.ucf.edu Off-Campus Student Services 407.823.6505 / housing.ucf.edu/offcampus Orientation Services 407.823.5105 / fye.ucf.edu
Parking and Transportation Services 407.823.5812 / parking.ucf.edu Pegasus Parent Program 407.823.5105 / parents.sdes.ucf.edu Police Department, University 407.823.5555 / police.ucf.edu Registrar’s Office 407.823.3100 / registrar.ucf.edu Student Academic Resource Center 407.823.5130 / sarc.sdes.ucf.edu Student Disability Services 407.823.2371 / sds.sdes.ucf.edu Undergraduate Admissions 407.823.3000/ admissions.ucf.edu
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