EXPERIENCE UCF UN I V E RSITY
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BE A PART OF HISTORY. In 2013, UCF celebrates its 50th anniversary. Since 1963, students and faculty have been creating memories, enriching their lives and seizing opportunities. What history will you make?
EXPERIENCE UCF
YOU’VE GOT DREAMS.
Maybe you plan to design a city, teach the hearing impaired or travel around the world. But, right now, your focus is to find the right university.
At the University of Central Florida, every day is about fulfilling potential. We provide opportunities where you can get excited about your future. We’re committed to teaching, advising and providing academic support services. At UCF, you can gain practical experience by working with faculty and researchers, or participating in internships and co-op programs. We have a College of Medicine and a Performing Arts Center. For entertainment, take in a football
game at the Bright House Networks Stadium, or a concert or basketball game at the UCF Arena. We offer state-of-the-art wireless classrooms, a 149,000-square-foot recreational fitness center, and on-campus and university-affiliated housing for nearly 10,000 students. You just need to show up, work hard and enjoy your time at one of the nation’s top “Schools to Watch,” according to U.S. News & World Report.
We Are UCF. And UCF Stands For Opportunity.
U N I V E R S I T Y of C E N T R A L F L O R I D A
WE’RE FOCUSED ON
UCF
provides you with a top-notch educational experience. We will teach you to analyze, question, discover and achieve. No matter what your area of study,
there are research programs and work opportunities that will enhance your education.
BUILD I NG PA RTNER SH IPS
R ESEA RC H IN G T H E F U T URE
UCF’s partnerships with industries, organizations
UCF allocates $1 million annually to support
instruction, research and service. Contacts
research experiences.
and Central Florida communities enhance
made as a student can lead to job offers after graduation. Our faculty and administrators
work closely with the region’s business leaders. In turn, these leaders provide curricular advice and financial support to UCF.
students through projects and hundreds of paid The Central Florida Research Park, adjacent to the main campus, is ranked as one of the top research parks in the nation. It is home to more than 115 high-tech companies.
S E CO N D - L A R G E S T UNIVERSITY IN THE NATION
QUICK FACTS
DEGREE PROGRAMS
A C R E main campus
M I L E S east of downtown Orlando
Bachelor’s
12
Master’s
Doctoral
COLLEGES
1. Arts & Humanities 2. Business Administration 3. Education 4. Engineering & Computer Science 5. Graduate Studies 6. Health & Public Affairs 7. Medicine 8. Nursing
NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARS
9. Optics & Photonics 10. Rosen College of Hospitality Management 11. Sciences 12. The Burnett Honors College
ST UDEN T PO PU L ATION*
59,300
TO P
F RE SHMAN STAT E S*
1. Florida
ST UDEN TS CO ME F R OM
2. Pennsylvania
67 FLOR I DA CO UN TIES 50 STAT E S 145 COUN TR I E S
3. Illinois 4. Georgia 5. New York
FRESHMAN CLASS PROFILE* Average SAT
(Critical Reading and Math)
Average SAT (Critical Reading, Math and Writing) Average ACT Average High School GPA * Projected Fall 2012
1245 1830 27 3.8
U N I V E R S I T Y of C E N T R A L F L O R I D A
THIS IS UCF WE’VE G OT SP I RI T Spirit Splash is an enduring Homecoming tradition at UCF and the one time when students enter the Reflecting Pond. Here Knightro reaches out to a UCF student.
EXPERIENCE UCF
U N I V E R S I T Y of C E N T R A L F L O R I D A
C HOOS E f rom Accounting
Finance
Photography
Advertising–Public Relations
Foreign Language Education
Physics
Aerospace Engineering
Forensic Science
Political Science
Anthropology
French
Psychology
Applied Science
General Business
Public Administration
Architecture
Health Informatics and Information Management
Radio-Television
Art Art Education Athletic Training
Health Sciences/Pre-clinical Track
Biology
Health Services Administration
Biomedical Sciences
History
Biotechnology
Hospitality Management
Business Administration
Humanities
Chemistry
Industrial Engineering
Civil Engineering
Information Technology
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Interdisciplinary Studies
Computer Engineering Computer Science Construction Engineering Criminal Justice Digital Media Early Childhood Development and Education Economics Electrical Engineering Elementary Education English English Language Arts Education Environmental Engineering Event Management Film
International and Global Studies
Real Estate Religious Studies Restaurant and Foodservice Management Science Education Social Science Education Social Sciences Social Work Sociology Spanish Sport and Exercise Science Statistics
Interpersonal/Organizational Communication
Technical Education and Industry Training
Journalism
Theatre
Latin American Studies
Theatre Studies
Legal Studies
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Management Marketing Mathematics Mathematics Education Mechanical Engineering Medical Laboratory Sciences Music Music Education Nursing Philosophy
Pre-chiropractic Pre-dental Pre-law Pre-medical Pre-optometry Pre-osteopathy Pre-pharmacy Pre-podiatry Pre-veterinary
EXPERIENCE UCF
SO MANY MAJORS, WHICH ONE IS RIGHT FOR ME? If you are uncertain about which program to choose, you will be assigned to an adviser in a field that best reflects your academic interests. The Office of First Year Advising and Exploration conducts seminars, workshops and courses that will help you select a major. Visit fyae.sdes.ucf.edu.
U N I V E R S I T Y of C E N T R A L F L O R I D A
STUDENT ACTIVITIES Athletic events Comedy shows Homecoming activities Concerts Art exhibits Renowned speakers Observatory viewings Theater performances Film screenings Student government 41 national, social Greek-letter organizations More than 400 clubs and organizations
EXPERIENCE UCF
A G R E AT P L A C E T O
UCF
offers a variety of on-campus experiences for
students, from traditional residential communities
to full-fledged apartment living. UCF also offers university-affiliated housing adjacent to the campus. There are nearly 10,000 beds in
on-campus and university-affiliated housing, 70 percent of which
are allocated to freshmen. In addition, dozens of private apartment complexes surround the campus and are accessible by free UCF shuttles. For more information, visit housing.ucf.edu. FACILI T I ES & SERV IC E S HEALTH CENTER
• Full-service medical and dental clinic • On-site professional medical staff, pharmacy and laboratory MATH LAB
• S upport provided on specific math topics for students who need extra help ON CAMPUS
• B right House Networks Stadium • UCF Arena • Retail shops and restaurants such as Barnes & Noble and Subway® RECREATION AND WELLNESS CENTERS
• Two recreational fitness centers • Indoor track, rock climbing tower, as well as a variety of intramural sports SHUTTLE SERVICE
• T ransportation between on-campus locations and off-campus student communities
STUDENT ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER
• Offers free tutoring in multiple subjects • Open 24 hours during midterms and finals STUDENT UNION
• I ncludes meeting rooms, study lounges, food court, computer labs, retail stores and ATMs UCF LIBRARIES
• Computer workstations available for use on all five floors of the main library UNIVERSITY WRITING CENTER
• Assistance with writing projects SOCIAL LEARNING SPACES
• 10 study areas in Technology Commons, including a video recording and editing suite, training and project rooms, and a bring-yourown-technology lab • Study 24/7 at the All Knight Study located near the UCF Arena
Access the UCF Annual Security & Fire Safety Guide at police.ucf.edu. UCF is a smoke-free campus. To learn more, visit ucf.edu/smokefree.
U N I V E R S I T Y of C E N T R A L F L O R I D A
LOCATION, LOCATION, A ROUND ORL A N D O • Broadway shows, professional theater, the Florida Film Festival, and year-round art exhibits and cultural events
• High-energy dance clubs, laid-back coffee houses and multi-venue entertainment complexes
• 2,000 lakes, springs and rivers
• 150 golf courses and 21 fitness trails
• 100-plus theme parks and attractions, and more than 5,000 restaurants
• Home of the NBA’s Orlando Magic
Images courtesy of Visit Orlando.
EXPERIENCE UCF
YOUR EDUCATION G RA D UAT E W I T H H O N O R S The Burnett Honors College is the center of academic excellence at UCF. This highly selective college allows students to study within a community of faculty and scholars, researching their
favorite topics and conversing with internationally prominent professionals. Open to students
of any major, the Honors program of more than 1,700 students creates the intimate atmosphere
of a small, liberal arts college within a larger university. To learn more about The Burnett Honors College, visit honors.ucf.edu.
B E A L E A DE R The LEAD Scholars Program is designed for students who want to develop their leadership skills. This two-
year program is the only one of its kind in Florida and is nationally recognized by the John Templeton
Foundation and Florida Leader magazine. The LEAD Scholars Program develops student leaders through
Foundations of Leadership courses and by applying these leadership skills to community service. Visit LEAD Scholars at lead.sdes.ucf.edu.
U N I V E R S I T Y of C E N T R A L F L O R I D A
J U M P - S TA R T
A
s the second-largest university in the nation,
UCF offers one of the most extensive career centers
in the state and the Southeast. UCF has the fifth-largest cooperative education program in the U.S., including
university and community collaborations. Highly skilled
workers are in demand as more employers are relocating to
Central Florida. UCF offers graduate school opportunities, including a College of Medicine, as well as other top graduate and professional school programs.
UCF helps you with your professional success by providing: Career counseling Skills to perform in your
UCF will prepare you for your career by helping you gain
new career
skills, a strong work ethic, and interpersonal teamwork skills.
Rewarding personal growth
relevant work experience and developing communication
Graduate program choices
experiences Connections for internships and experiential learning opportunities
EXPERIENCE UCF
CHAMPIONS Athletic T EA M S BASEBALL MEN’S BASKETBALL WOMEN’S BASKETBALL CHEERLEADING WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY FOOTBALL MEN’S GOLF WOMEN’S GOLF WOMEN’S ROWING MEN’S SOCCER WOMEN’S SOCCER SOFTBALL MEN’S TENNIS WOMEN’S TENNIS WOMEN’S TRACK & FIELD WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL
UCF
student-athletes are winners on and off the field. In the classroom, for the fifth
year in a row, all 16 of UCF’s athletic teams exceeded the
NCAA requirements for academic success. UCF has never had a team penalized for low academic standing.
UCF is having success on the field too. We have won Conference USA titles in football, softball, women’s basketball, women’s
soccer, men’s golf, and women’s indoor and outdoor track and field. Returning starters and strong recruiting classes have
preseason polls predicting success in several fall sports, including football and men’s and women’s basketball. And in 2013, the
Knights will begin conference play in the BIG EAST. With
new facilities, great action and plenty of sports to choose from, cheering for the black and gold has never been easier.
U N I V E R S I T Y of C E N T R A L F L O R I D A
CAN AFFORD A GREAT UNIVERSITY. APPLICATION DEADLINES F R ESHM EN Fall: May 1 Spring: Nov 1 Summer: Mar 1
T RA N S F E R S Fall: Jul 1 Spring: Nov 1 Summer: Mar 1
I N TE R N ATI O N A L Fall: Mar 1 Spring: Sep 1 Summer: Jan 1
N EE D -B ASED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE We award aid to students based upon financial need.
Awards can take the form of grants, which do not have to be repaid, work-study awards or low-interest loans.
ME RI T-BASED SCH OLAR SHIPS More than $400 million in merit- and need-based assistance is awarded annually to UCF students. More than 3,500 new
freshmen are awarded merit scholarships based upon outstanding academic achievement in high school. Visit finaid.ucf.edu for scholarship listings, a free scholarship search and more
12-13
information about financial assistance at UCF.
APPROXIMATE ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES, ROOM AND BOARD, AND BOOKS*
Florida Resident
Non-Florida Resident
Tuition & Fees
$
6,246
$
22,345
Room & Board
$
9,300
$
9,300
Books (estimate)
$
1,146
$
1,146
Est. Annual Cost
$
16,692
$
32,791
*B ased upon 30 credit hours, standard room, and meal plan for the 2012-13 academic year.
EXPERIENCE UCF
VISIT US.
A
lthough UCF does not require an on-campus interview for admission, we highly recommend that you visit. Seeing the campus and experiencing our culture is the best way to decide if UCF is right for you.
P LAN NING YOUR VISIT
CAMP US VISIT E X PE RIE N C E
Have a few dates in mind when making your reservations, as tour space is limited.
• Offered all year Monday–Friday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (except holidays)
Best times to visit: • January, February, May, June, October or November • Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday • Try not to visit during holiday weeks • Try not to visit on school holidays and breaks
• Campus visits begin with an information session at the Progress Energy University Welcome Center, followed by a 90-minute walking tour of the campus
TO GET THE FUL L EXPER IENCE Visit on a weekday when fall, spring or summer classes are in session. Fall 2012 Aug 20 – Dec 3 Spring 2013 Jan 7 – Apr 22 Summer 2013 May 13 – Aug 2 Some tour activities are unavailable during scheduled breaks or due to special campus events. University offices are closed on weekends and official holidays.
• After the tour, you may preview our residence halls Monday–Friday at noon and 4 p.m.
OPEN H O USE E VE N TS • C omprehensive, full-day Saturday events that introduce students and parents to the campus community • Learn about the application process, academic programs, student life and financial aid • Dates for Open Houses: September 22, 2012 November 17, 2012 January 26, 2013 October 20, 2012
Register for the Campus Visit Experience or an Open House event at admissions.ucf.edu/visit.
U N I V E R S I T Y of C E N T R A L F L O R I D A
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Go east on 528 to 417 North. Take 417 North to University Blvd. Exit east onto University Blvd. Continue east on University Blvd. for approximately two miles to the main entrance of 2 campus. Turn right at the first light, Gemini the Blvd. At the first stop sign you will see directions 1 to the Visitor and Parking Information Center.
4b OPTION 2: Take I-95 North to 520 West. 1 Continue west and the road will merge with 2 5a 3a 50. Take SR 50 West to Alafaya Trail. Turn SR right on Alafaya Trail, go north for two miles. Turn right on University Blvd. Turn right at the 5b 3b 3a 2 light, Gemini Blvd. At the first stop sign first you will see directions to the Visitor and Parking 4a Information Center. 3b
FROM ORLANDO SANFORD AIRPORT:
4b FROM THE EAST:
Take Lake Mary Blvd. to 417 South. Take 417 South to University Blvd. Exit east onto 1 University Blvd. Continue east on University Blvd. 4a for 3a approximately two miles to the main entrance of the campus. Turn right at the first light, Gemini 4b Blvd. At the first stop sign you will see directions 3b 2 to5a the Visitor and Parking Information Center.
Turn right onto Central Florida Blvd. Turn right 5a 4a at5bthe first light, Gemini Blvd. The Visitor and Parking Information Center will be on your right. 4b
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FROM THE NORTH: 1 4a
3a OPTION 1: Take the Florida Turnpike South 5b 4b to 408 East. Take 408 East to 417 North to University Blvd. Exit east onto University 5a 3b 2 Blvd. Continue east on University Blvd. for 1 approximately two miles to the main entrance of 4a the campus. Turn right at the first light, Gemini 5b 6 3a Blvd. At the first stop sign you will see directions 4b to the Visitor and Parking Information Center. 2 5a 3b OPTION 2:
Take I-95 South. Take SR 50 West to Alafaya Trail. Turn right on Alafaya Trail. 4a Continue on Alafaya Trail to University Blvd. Turn 6 3a 5b right on Central Florida Blvd. The Visitor and 4b Parking Information Center will be on your right. 3b
5a FROM THE SOUTH AND MELBOURNE AREA: 4a OPTION 1: Take the Florida Turnpike North and 6 exit onto I-4 East. Continue east until you 5b 4b reach 408 East. Take 408 East to 417 North. Exit east onto University Blvd. Continue east on 5a University Blvd. for approximately two miles to the main entrance of the campus. Turn right at the 5b first light, Gemini Blvd. At the first stop sign 6 will see directions to the Visitor and Parking you Information Center.
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4a 5a 6 OPTION 1: Take SR 50 West to Alafaya Trail. 3b 4b Turn right on Alafaya Trail, go north for two miles.
5b OPTION 2: Take I-4 West to 417 South. 5a Exit east onto University Blvd. Continue east on University Blvd. for approximately two miles to5b 6 the main entrance of the campus. Turn right at the first light, Gemini Blvd. At the first stop sign you will see directions to the Visitor and 6 Parking Information Center. FROM THE WEST AND TAMPA AREA:
6 Take I-4 East to 408 East. Take 417 North and exit east onto University Blvd. Continue east on University Blvd for approximately two miles to the main entrance of the campus. Turn right at the first light, Gemini Blvd. At the first stop sign you will see directions to the Visitor and Parking Information Center.
EXPERIENCE UCF
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admissions.ucf.edu
P 407 823 3000
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32816-0111
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U N I V E R S I T Y O F C E N T R A L F LO R I DA
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