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University of Central Florida

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University of Central Florida: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Central Florida is a public research university in the United States, and it suits students who want a large undergraduate environment with a wide subject range. It is a strong fit for applicants who are comfortable at a major university and want access to a broad set of bachelorโ€™s options.

  2. What you can study

    UCF offers bachelorโ€™s degrees across 54 programmes, including Accounting, Acting, Advertising and Public Relations, Aerospace Engineering, Agribusiness Management and Applied Economics, Agricultural and Extension Education, Animal and Nutritional Sciences, Anthropology, Applied AI and Data Analytics, Art and Design, Art Education, and Art History and Museum Professions. If you want to study at a large public research university with options across business, arts, engineering, agriculture, social sciences, and data-focused study, that is the main academic shape of the institution.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply for admission to a bachelorโ€™s degree programme and check the current entry requirements, deadlines, and document list on the official website. The universityโ€™s published information does not give full international admissions details here, so confirm language requirements, credential evaluation, and any visa-related steps directly with admissions before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee range in the information available here; confirm the current tuition rate with its admissions office. Expect living costs to depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending in the Orlando area, so budget separately for those items.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm that on the official website before applying. Also check whether your previous qualifications meet the entry standard, what documents must be sent from outside the United States, and whether the university requires proof of funds or other steps for an international student application.

  6. How it compares

    Among 2,515 universities in the United States, UCF stands out for its size and its status as a public research university. Its main practical difference is scale: it offers a large undergraduate environment with a broad list of programmes rather than a narrow specialist focus.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Central Florida

What type of university is UCF?

UCF is a public university and a public research university.

Where is the main campus?

The main campus is in unincorporated Orange County, Florida, near Orlando.

What degree level is listed?

Bachelor's Degree.

How many programmes are listed?

54 programmes.

Overview

The University of Central Florida (UCF) is a public research university with its main campus in unincorporated Orange County, Florida, United States, near Orlando. It is part of the State University System of Florida. With 70,674 students as of the fall 2025 semester, UCF has the second largest on-campus student body of any public university in the United States. UCF is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities โ€“ Very high research spending and doctorate production" and is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Programs at University of Central Florida

10 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Accounting

University of Central Florida

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Professional Accounting & Finance

Actuarial Science

University of Central Florida

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

University of Central Florida

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

Anthropology

University of Central Florida

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Art

University of Central Florida

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biology

University of Central Florida

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Medicine & Health Sciences

Biomedical Sciences

University of Central Florida

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

Biotechnology

University of Central Florida

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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