Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
The University of Central Florida (UCF), located in Orlando, is one of the largest universities by enrollment in the United States, with a diverse and extensive range of undergraduate and graduate academic programs, including prominent hospitality, business, education, and engineering programs. Founded in 1963 with the intent to provide talent for the U.S. space program, UCF stands out for its research facilities and initiatives in fields such as optics and lasers, modeling and simulation, digital media, and space sciences. As a relatively selective institution, UCF admits students through a competitive application process. The metropolitan campus, characterized by contemporary architecture and a variety of student housing options, is situated in a subtropical urban environment, providing access to numerous professional and cultural opportunities within the growing Orlando region.
In the most recent statistical year 54,977 prospective students applied, and 22,560 were granted admission. Of those admitted 7,515 enrolled in the school. 45,857 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 22,489 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,478 plus fees of $1,890. UCF is ranked 379 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
UCF is rated within the top 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of Central Florida within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#379 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#104 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Colleges in Florida
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Florida
#189 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Florida
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1200/1360 |
| ACT | 25/29 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.64 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Florida Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,890 |
| Room and Board | $11,498 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,970 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,036 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,890 |
| Room and Board | $11,498 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,970 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,368 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 25% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Education | 8% |
| Engineering | 5% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=132903 IPEDS survey data for University of Central Florida.
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Last updated February 24, 2024