University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida

The University of Central Florida, commonly referred to as UCF, is a metropolitan public research university located in Orlando, Florida, United States. UCF is a member institution of the State University System of Florida, and is currently the largest university in the state, and the second-largest university in the United States by enrollment.

The University of Central Florida was founded in 1963 as Florida Technological University with the goal of providing highly-trained personnel to support the Kennedy Space Center, located only 35 miles (56 km) to the east. As the university’s academic scope had expanded to encompass other disciplines, the school was renamed the University of Central Florida in 1978. Although initial enrollment was only 1,948 students, as of 2010, enrollment consists of a 56,235 member student body representing over 140 countries, all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The majority of the student population is located on the university’s 1,415-acre (573 ha) main campus approximately 13 miles (21 km) northeast of downtown Orlando and 55 miles (89 km) southwest of Daytona Beach. The university offers over 225 separate degree options through twelve colleges and eleven satellite campuses throughout Florida. Since its founding, UCF has awarded more than 200,000 degrees, including 35,000 graduate and professional degrees, to nearly 170,000 alumni worldwide.

UCF is a space-grant university and has made noted research contributions to optics, modeling and simulation, digital media, engineering and computer science, business administration, education, and hospitality management, and is considered to be the seventh-best up-and-coming national university by U.S. News and World Report. UCF’s official colors are black and gold and the academic logo is a Pegasus. The athletic teams, called the ‘Knights’ and represented by the mascot Knightro, are members of Conference USA.

University of Central Florida Rankings in 2010

• ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING GRADUATE SCHOOL RANKINGS
• BEST COMPUTER SCIENCE GRADUATE SCHOOL RANKINGS
• TOP 200 UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS PROGRAM IN 2010
• BEST UNDERGRADUATE ENGINEERING UNIVERSITY RANKING

University of Central Florida Rankings in 2011

• TOP 100 GRADUATE COMPUTER ENGINEERING SCHOOL RANKINGS IN 2011
•  TOP ENGINEERING GRADUATE SCHOOLS RANKING IN 2011-2012
• 2011 TOP PUBLIC COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY RANKINGS IN UNITED STATES

University of Central Florida Tuition and Fees

Fees/Credit Hour: Florida Resident Non-Florida Resident U-Grad Grad U-Grad Grad (0000-4999) (5000-7999) (0000-4999) (5000-7999) Tuition $95.67 $256.56 $95.67 $256.56 Non-Resident Fee 0.00 0.00 491.41 754.96 Building Fee 2.32 2.32 2.32 2.32 Capital Improvement Fee 2.44 2.44 2.44 2.44 Financial Aid Fee 4.78 12.82 4.78 12.82 Non-Resident Financial Aid Fee 0.00 0.00 24.57 37.74 Activity & Service Fee 10.79 10.79 10.79 10.79 Athletic Fee 12.98 12.98 12.98 12.98 Transportation Access Fee* 8.19 8.19 8.19 8.19 Health Fee* 9.52 9.52 9.52 9.52 Sub-Total per Hour Fees 146.69 315.62 662.67 1108.32 Differential Tuition** 15.88 0.00 15.88 0.00 Technology Fee 4.78 12.82 4.78 12.82 Total/Credit Hour Fees $167.35 $ 328.44 $683.33 $1,121.14

Florida Resident Non-Florida Resident U-Grad Grad U-Grad Grad (0000-4999) (5000-7999) (0000-4999) (5000-7999) Distance Learning Course Fee/Hour 18.00 18.00 18.00 18.00 Repeat Course Fee 163.38 0.00 163.38 0.00 ID Service & Access Fee (Annual) 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 Material & Supply Fee Up to45.00 Up to45.00 Up to45.00 Up to45.00 International Student Fee/Term 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 Equipment Fee Up to90.00 Up to90.00 Up to90.00 Up to90.00 Late Registration Fee 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 Late Payment Fee 100.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 Returned Check Fee (a) (a) (a) (a) *Fee charged to main campus and Rosen College courses only.**Charged to new or re-admitted students as of Fall 2007. Students with active Florida Prepaid contracts purchased before 7/01/07 are exempt.Students enrolled in zero-hour courses are assessed one credit hour at the Florida Resident Tuition rate at the course level for which the student is registered. (a) Fee is $25 for checks with a face value of up to $50; $30 for checks 50.01 – $300; $40 or 5%, whichever is greater, for checks over $300.

Schools and Colleges of University of Central Florida

UCF Colleges:

College of Arts and Humanities
Mixing inspiration and ingenuity, the college offers 25 undergraduate degree programs, including Fine and Performing Arts, English, History, Animation, Music, Philosophy and Modern Languages.

The Burnett Honors College
For the intimacy of a small liberal arts college along with the benefits of a large metropolitan research university, experience the Honors College. As a member of the college, you are part of a learning community that fosters the pursuit of excellence, a sense of social and civic responsibility, and a passion for life-long learning.

College of Business Administration
With more than 8,000 students, the college offers undergraduate and graduate students innovative thinking in a high-tech atmosphere. We are the only accredited undergraduate and graduate college of business in Orlando.

College of Education
We produce more teachers than any other institution in the state. Our college brings together students, faculty, schools and community leaders to provide state-approved and nationally-accredited certifications and degrees.

College of Engineering and Computer Science
Central Florida is home to some of the biggest names in technology, including NASA, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Siemens and Walt Disney World. Our college strives to create new solutions to real-world problems.

College of Graduate Studies
The college offers programs and delivery methods that bring master’s and professional education programs to those who need advanced knowledge and skills to further their careers and enrich their lives.

College of Health and Public Affairs
Graduates of the college go wherever help is needed. Approaching health and public affairs with a service mentality, the college produces workers who are committed to serving their communities.

College of Medicine
The College of Medicine and the Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences is located at the UCF Health Sciences Campus at Lake Nona. The medical school is an integral part of a new medical city where future doctors will train in close proximity to world-class partners.

College of Nursing
State-of-the-art classrooms, teaching laboratories and top-notch faculty are just a few reasons the college consistently ranks among the top recipients of National Institutes of Health funding in Florida.

College of Optics and Photonics
Internationally recognized, the college is comprised of three major research centers: the Center for Research and Education in Optics and Lasers (CREOL), the Florida Photonics Center of Excellence and the newly-founded Townes Laser Institute.

Rosen College of Hospitality Management
There is no better place to learn hospitality than the #1 tourist destination in the world. Additionally, the college is located in the most modern and technologically advanced facility ever built for hospitality management education.

College of Sciences
The largest at UCF, the college offers 15 undergraduate degree programs, including the behavioral, communication, physical, political and social sciences. Check out our programs and see how you can learn in and out of the classroom.

University of Central Florida News

• #13 Baseball vs. Rice - Fri, 18 May 2012
  The Knights take on the Rice Owls in an important Conference USA series. Play will start at 3 p.m. with the completion of Thursday night's game, which was suspended in the fifth inning with UCF leading 8-3. The second game (Friday night's scheduled game) will begin one hour after the conclusion of the first game.Ticket stubs from Thursday's game or tickets for Friday's game will be accepted, and fans can watch both games with one ticket.Tickets are just $8 for adults and only $5 for UCF faculty and staff members, youths and seniors. UCF students are always admitted FREE.

  
  

• UCF GA Golf Tournament - Sat, 19 May 2012
  Our next tournament will take place on Saturday, May 19th at Turtle Creek Golf Club. This course is a heavily landscaped, traditional Old Florida course with well-manicured fairways and greens. The address is 1279 Admiralty Boulevard, Rockledge, Florida 32955. The format is Individual Low Gross/Low Net and the absolute cut-off date is May 12, 2012. Singles will be paired by the Tournament Chair.

  
  

• Charity Challenge XXVII - Sat, 19 May 2012
  Join us on Saturday, May 19, 2012 from 10am-6pm at the Florida Citrus Bowl for Charity Challenge XXVII! Watch some of your favorite restaurants, night clubs, hotels and apartment communities as they compete in six co-ed athletic events, all for charity! What started as an Altamonte Springs community event has grown into a three-county fundraiser, giving nearly 5 million dollars to Central Florida charities. This is a free event and is open to the public!It’s not too late to participate. Teams, sponsors and volunteers are still needed. For more information, call 407-339-3888 or visit our website at www.charitychallengeinc.org.

  
  

• Executive MBA Information Luncheon - Sat, 19 May 2012
  Join us to learn more about the features and benefits of UCF’s Executive MBA Program. UCF EMBA is a 20-month program with classes on Fridays and Saturdays every other weekend and an international residency included as part of the curriculum. Complimentary lunch will be provided.

  
  

• #13 Baseball vs. Rice - Sat, 19 May 2012
  The Knights take on the Rice Owls in an important Conference USA series. Tickets are just $8 for adults and only $5 for UCF faculty and staff members, youths and seniors. UCF students are always admitted FREE.

  
  

• Open Summer Dance Classes - Mon, 21 May 2012
  Open Dance Classes each Monday and Wednesday Evening from 7:30-9PM at the UCF Performing Arts Centre (May 7th-Aug. 1st)http://www.knightsdamselsdanceco.com or like us on Facebook for a list of weekly teachers and styles We recommend you have some dance experience! $3 with a UCF ID

  
  

• Nursing Information Session, B.S.N. degree (UCF Daytona Beach) - Tue, 22 May 2012
  This information session is designed to help nurse-pending students understand the process and steps for applying to UCF's limited-access B.S.N. program. Attendees will also learn about unique application requirements to practice and learn in clinical sites, prerequisite courses and grade requirements, and other helpful information. This information session is open to anyone interested in applying to the College of Nursing's B.S.N. program. Attendance is not required of applicants, but is encouraged. No RSVP necessary. Attendees should plan to arrive early and stay for the entire presentation.Please Note: Children are not permitted to attend these information sessions. Please plan accordingly.Thank you and we look forward to meeting you.

  
  

• Your VIPS Pass - Tue, 22 May 2012
  Are you unsure of what major is right for you? Do you feel overwhelmed when thinking about choosing a career? This workshop will help you learn how to explore academic and career options relative to your values, interests, personality, and skills. The steps for creating your personal action plan will also be discussed along with helpful resources to make the process smoother.

  
  

• CPR Training - Tue, 22 May 2012
  Would you know what to do if you encountered a person who appeared to be unconscious? What would you do before help arrived? This hands-on course (Workplace FA & Safety Adult CPR/AED) follows the guidelines of the American Red Cross in teaching the proper CPR techniques for non-emergency personnel. Sponsored by UCF's Environmental Health and Safety Office, the class is limited to 16 participants. To purchase your own personal copy of the reference book used in class, call Jose at x3-6301. Facilitated by: José Vazquez Interim Director / Biological Safety Environmental Health and SafetyRegister Now for LIF001 myUCF

  
  

• Weight Watchers' Meeting - Tue, 22 May 2012
  Stop Dieting - Start Living. Doesn't that sound nice? If so, now is the time to find out as UCF/Human Resources in cooperation with Weight Watchers is bringing a regular Weight Watchers meeting to the UCF community every Tuesday. With a convenient location at UCF/HR and pricing that fits your budget, now might be a good time to check out the meetings. Weigh-in begins at 5:15 PM and meetings start at 5:45 PM in the UCF Human Resource Department located in the University Tech Center, 12565 Research Parkway, Ste 360.