2010
Becoming a UCF Parent UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
UCF Parents are Knights, too
When your future Knight leaves for college, it’s natural to have concerns. You may have as many questions as your student.
However, your student will be in good hands as they experience the changes and discoveries of their first year at UCF.
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F r eshman C l ass P r o f i l e
Average SAT Score 1225 Average ACT Score 27 Average High School GPA 3.8 National Merit Scholars 55 Freshmen Enrolled 3,842 Total Enrollment 53,537
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Why UCF? UCF
has a technologically advanced campus, a diverse student population, renowned faculty and is a research powerhouse. Our students have countless opportunities
to pursue their academic, professional and personal interests.
Our faculty and students stand out
UCF offers undergraduate students:
The main goal for all of our 1,700 faculty members is to guide students to success. In turn, they produce award-winning students. Some examples include:
- On-campus arts, culture and entertainment
• Dr. Henry Daniell’s diabetes and anthrax research has garnered national attention, including from the U.S. government
- Internship and work-study opportunities
- Diverse student body - Research opportunities - Career counseling and services - Professional campus police and security - Partnerships with industry leaders
• Honors student Lalita Booth was named a Truman Scholar and is now at Harvard • Professor of Engineering Lesia CrumptonYoung was honored by the White House for her mentorship success • NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams featured the College Medicine, focusing on the college’s history-making scholarship program
Offering top academic opportunities • 3rd-largest university in the nation • Second-highest number of first-time-incollege National Merit Scholars in Florida— in the top 50 nationwide • Ranked seventh in the nation for new patents— next to MIT, Harvard and Stanford
As first time college parents, we regularly refer to the parent guide we received at orientation. These resources helped us to understand everything we needed to know and feel comfortable about this important transition. We recommend parents attend all orientation sessions to learn from the experts on campus.
U n d e r g r a d uate co l l eges
www.ucf.edu/academics Arts & Humanities Business Administration Education Engineering & Computer Science Health & Public Affairs Medicine Nursing Sciences Rosen College of Hospitality Management The Burnett Honors College
Mary Jo and Fran Holleran Rotonda West, Florida
U C F d eg r ee p r o g r ams o ffe r e d
90 91 29 3 1
Bachelor’s Master’s Doctoral Specialist Professional
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Your Student’s Second Home UCF residence halls are aesthetically pleasing, roomy and very secure, encompassed by a friendly and wholesome atmosphere. It provides me with peace of mind and my son with pride and new found friends. Janet and Michael Phillips Both UCF grads
Housing www.housing.ucf.edu Students can choose from suite-style residence halls with double and triple occupancy or on campus apartments. On-campus housing is available for firstyear students and includes: • 24-hour security
• High-speed Internet
• Resident assistants
• Laundry facilities
• Bed, desk, chair and dresser • Cable TV • Closet space
On-campus Activities Some examples of things happening on campus include: • Movies and concerts • Comedy and variety shows • Cultural and fine arts shows and exhibits • Academic clubs • Intramural sports clubs • Religious organizations • Political and social activism • Leadership development opportunities
Beyond UCF
In addition to Florida’s mild climate, Central Florida offers: • Numerous theme parks and attractions—Disney, Universal, SeaWorld, Islands of Adventure, Kennedy Space Center and more • Career and internship opportunities with industry leaders such as Siemens, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Darden and Disney • Beaches within driving distance • Lakes, springs and other recreational opportunities
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. Visit our Web site to schedule your “Campus Visit Experience” at www.admissions.ucf.edu.
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Expectations F OR
P A R E N T S
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e prepared and willing to give up B some control. Your student needs to build confidence and become more independent.
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upport your student in making S decisions. Be encouraging, understanding and positive.
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Avoid discouraging remarks and criticism. Praise every effort and applaud successes.
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Be patient. The transition to college involves more than academics. It is a time of personal, social and professional change for students.
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? ? ? Frequently Asked Questions Are there any resources to help prepare students for college? A special Web site is available for the parents and family of incoming UCF students online at www.parents.sdes.ucf.edu.
What happens after students are admitted to UCF? Admitted students will be contacted about orientation dates and sent information to help them prepare for their first day at UCF. Students should keep up their grades in high school classes to maintain their admission status.
How can we find information about on-campus housing? The Department of Housing and Residence Life oversees all on-campus housing. Call 407.823.4663 or visit www.housing.ucf.edu.
Who do you contact for information or questions about Florida Bright Futures Scholarships? There is a toll-free Bright Futures hotline at 1.888.827.2004 for answers to specific eligibility questions or online at www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org.
A d m i tte d stu d ents sh o u l d : •Send in their enrollment deposit by May 1 •Consider housing options • S ubmit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) beginning January 1 • S earch for scholarship opportunities using www.fastweb.com • Expect to hear from the FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE OFFICE to attend orientation, register for classes and meet with an academic advisor
As UCF grads, my wife and I are proud that our two oldest children are currently attending UCF. One is majoring in business and one in hospitality management. The quality of these programs is impressive. Dr. James E. Hardy ‘75
Where can students do laundry? Each residence hall on campus has laundry facilities.
What health services are provided on campus? The Health Center is a full-service health clinic with on-site professionals, X-ray capabilities, a pharmacy, a medical laboratory, physical therapy and dental services. The Health Center provides low-cost medical care for any UCF student. The 149,000-square-foot Recreational and Wellness Center provides fitness equipment, an indoor track and a three-story climbing wall.
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Frequently Asked Questions (continued) What is the UCF Card? U n i v e r s i t y P ro f i l e
Student Population: 53,537 From: 63 Florida counties 50 states 141 countries Student/Faculty Ratio: 30 to 1 National Merit Scholars: 188
The UCF Card is your student’s ID card and library card. It is used like a debit card for purchases on campus and at several UCF area restaurants. The UCF Card can also be used as an ID to get into student activities, such as UCF Athletic events, concerts and other programs.
Do students need a car on campus? UCF offers free shuttle services that provide safe and convenient transportation for students. 1. T he on-campus shuttle service provides transportation to campus destination points so students have only a short distance to travel to classrooms or campus activities. 2. T he off-campus service includes 15 residential communities, the Central Florida Research Park and conveniently located stops on campus. All shuttle buses are disabled-accessible. Visit Parking and Transportation Services online at www.parking.ucf.edu/Shuttle.
How can students purchase textbooks? Students can print out a copy of their class schedule and go to the UCF Bookstore located in the John T. Washington Center. Students can also purchase books online at www.ucf.bncollege.com.
What is SEPS? SEPS stands for Safe Escort Patrol Services, which is sponsored by the UCF Police Department. Students can call SEPS from Sunday to Thursday, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. for an escort to walk them to their car or on-campus destination.
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TIPS
FOR INCOMING STUDENTS
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Share information regarding your interests, goals and academic plans with advisers and professors.
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Be familiar with and adhere to all UCF policies, procedures and deadlines.
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Be honest about your academic progress and connect with the appropriate on-campus support service.
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Understand the importance of making academics your first priority at UCF.
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Use the UCF Undergraduate Catalog.
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Look for opportunities to get involved in clubs, organizations and co-curricular activities.
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Be familiar with the UCF Creed and follow the principles of the Creed.
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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 St. Petersburg, FLorida
Read your e-mails from UCF which include important reminders and updates. You need to keep your e-mail addresses current.
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Choose a major as early as possible; know the requirements and take the prerequisites for your major.
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Connect with faculty; they can help in many ways with academics, career planning and letters of recommendation.
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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. Students from outside of Florida also enjoy one of the
lowest non-resident tuition rates in the country.
2010
• O ver 65 percent of UCF students receive • S tudents can attend most sports, music, arts need-based financial assistance and merit and theatre events free of charge scholarships • N umerous UCF work-study programs and • More than $280 million awarded in loans, internships available on or near campus grants, and scholarships to over 38,000 • G olden Opportunities is an umbrella students last year program that provides free advising, • Scholarships ranging from $2,000 to mentoring and career assistance $10,000 per year are awarded to new to help students figure out what they want students with excellent academic credentials to do—during college and after graduation • On-campus, university affiliated, and offcampus housing is readily available
Approximate Annual Tuition & Fees, Room & Board Rates, and Books*† Florida Resident
Non-Florida Resident
Tuition and Fees
$
4,224
$
18,672
Room and Board
$
8,574
$
8,574
Books
$
924
$
924
Estimated Total Cost
$
13,722
$
28,170
* Based on 14 credit hours per semester, standard room, and meal plan. †F or the most current schedule of costs, visit www.finaid.ucf.edu.
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We’re Accessible When You Need Us… The UCF community is about learning, responsibility, accountability and engagement with the world. At UCF, we are focused on the education of more than 53,500 bright, energetic people. Like you, we have deep and broad aspirations for your student. We also want to provide you with practical information and the opportunity to learn more about our campus community. ASK UCF ucf.custhelp.com
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UCF PHYSICAL ADDRESS
CAMPUS INFORMATION 407.823.2000
University of Central Florida P.O.Box 160111 Orlando, FL 32816-0111
University of Central Florida 4000 Central Florida Blvd. Orlando, FL 32816-0111
LINK First Year Experience Program 407.882.7005 / www.link.ucf.edu Multicultural Academic and Support Services 407.823.2716 / www.mass.sdes.ucf.edu Off-Campus Student Services 407.823.6505 / www.housing.ucf.edu/ offcampus Office of Student Involvement 407.823.6471 / www.getinvolveducf.com Parking and Transportation Services 407.823.5813/www.parking.ucf.edu Police Department, University 407.823.5555 Orientation Services 407.823.5105 / www.fye.ucf.edu
Pegasus Parent Program 407.823.2626 / www.parents.sdes.ucf.edu Recreation and Wellness Center 407.823.2408 / www.rec.ucf.edu Registrar’s Office 407.823.3100 / www.registrar.ucf.edu Student Academic Resource Center 407.823.5130 / www.sarc.sdes.ucf.edu Student Dev. & Enrollment Services 407.823.2821 / www.sdes.ucf.edu Student Disability Services 407.823.2371 / www.sds.sdes.ucf.edu Undergraduate Admissions 407.823.3000 www.admissions.ucf.edu
UCF TODAY www.today.ucf.edu
UNDERGRADUATE Colleges
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 407.823.1841 Nursing 407.823.2744 Sciences 407.823.1997 Rosen College of Hospitality Management 407.903.8000 The Burnett Honors College 407.823.2076 Departments & Services
Academic Services for Student-Athletes 407.823.5895 / www.assa.sdes.ucf.edu Affiliated Housing Pegasus Pointe 407.384.6800 Pegasus Landing 407.380.5807 www.collegepark.org/ucf Athletics 407.823.3213 Campus Faith Ministries www.ucfministries.com Career Services 407.823.2361 / www.career.ucf.edu Counseling Center 407.823.2811 / www.counseling.sdes.ucf.edu Dining Services 407.823.2651 Financial Aid 407.823.2827 / www.finaid.ucf.edu First Year Advising and Exploration 407.823.3789 / www.firstyear.sdes.ucf.edu Health Services 407-823-2701 / www.hs.sdes.ucf.edu Housing and Residence Life 407.823.4663 / www.housing.ucf.edu LEAD Scholars Program 407.823.2223 / www.lead.sdes.ucf.edu
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