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U N I V E R S I T Y o f C E N T R A L F L O R I D A

THIS IS UCFBEINg AT UCF puts you in the midst of a modern,

energetic and diverse environment, where you can

explore your passions and be part of something new

and exciting. Our warm and sunny location, internship

opportunities and extraordinary academics are just a

few reasons why 60,000 students are enrolled at UCF.

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John C. Hitt, President

U n I v e r S I t y o f C e n t r A l F l O r I d A

S tudents from 145 countries and all 50 states attend UCF. They come for our world-renowned faculty, exciting

location, welcoming environment, and outstanding reputation for academic excellence.

UCF stands for opportunity—to grow, to explore, and to thrive. I hope you will take full advantage of the academic, social, and cultural enrichments that our leading metropolitan research university has to offer.

Welcome to the UCF family!

S tudents come here to experience academic achievement in UCF’s modern and diverse environment. You conduct research with scholars from a variety of fields,

experience opportunities to publish your work before you graduate, and prepare for a successful career by working alongside our renowned professors.

You will be immersed in an environment created to ensure your success. UCF is a world-class university where you can make lifelong friendships and participate in numerous activities, events and organizations.

Experience the rewards of a UCF degree, and join our thousands of international alumni.

Exciting AdvEnturE.“ I was attracted to UCF because

of the potential growth

and dynamism—UCF has a

unique location. I have gained

recognition for my research in

a relatively short period and

continue to conduct state-of-

the-art research with the help of

graduate students from across

the globe.”

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I N T E R N A T I O N A L v i e w b o o k

S tudy at a university known for its research and scholarship. A sunny and warm location with more than 100 theme parks and beautiful beaches a short drive away. A place where hands-on experience

is gained before you graduate—preparing you for a successful career. A university noted for its research activity and affordability.

WHY UCF?

Ranked by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an institution with “very high research activity”

Named a “Best Value” university by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and a “Top Tier National University” by U.S. News & World Report

Forges partnerships with industry leaders such as Siemens, Disney, Lockheed Martin and Electronic Arts

Opened several specialized centers for research in areas such as nanoscience, solar energy, forensic science, and simulation and training

Earned funding for research topped $125 million last year

Supports small businesses through the Business Incubation Program and Small Business Development Center

Advances international literacy via the Morgridge International Reading Center through research, collaboration and community involvement

Employs the best faculty in the business who are experts in their fields

Graduates Fulbright, Goldwater, Mellon, Rhodes and Truman scholars

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Our UnIverSIty

U N I V E R S I T Y o f C E N T R A L F L O R I D A

COlleGeSArts & Humanities

Business Administration

education

engineering & Computer Science

Graduate Studies

Health & Public Affairs

Medicine

nursing

Optics & Photonics

rosen College of Hospitality Management

Sciences

the Burnett Honors College

UCF IS INTERNATIONAL

UCF ’s international community is composed of students and scholars representing 145 countries. Come

experience and help increase global learning, cultural exchange and international awareness all while pursuing your education.

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FUll-TIme SUPPORT

A ttending college in the United States is an exciting adventure, but it can also seem

daunting—the International Services Center helps you through the process and paperwork needed for admission. We offer you mentors, programs to help you explore the Orlando area, and events where you can meet other international students and network.

Not sure where to begin? Visit the International Student Services website at intl.ucf.edu.

Speak englISH FLUENTLY

T hrough our Center for Multilingual Multicultural Studies, we offer intensive

English programs designed to prepare you to effectively communicate in and out of the classroom. There is also an English program for those who wish to specialize in business communication.

To learn more about the Center for Multilingual Multicultural Studies, visit www.cmms.ucf.edu.

“ Within my first 18 months at UCF, apart

from being a member of eight educational

societies, I participated in more than

12 conferences and workshops.”

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gET INVOLVED

A t UCF there are lots of opportunities to meet people, make friends and participate in student activities.

You can join one of our 400 student clubs or cheer on the Knights at our arena or one of our on-campus stadiums.

In addition, we have numerous academic resources to help you along your journey. Stop by the University Writing Center, Math Lab or one of our specialized offices offering leadership, guidance and support. UCF is here to help you build a foundation for success.

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L ife isn’t only about studying—it’s also about what you can do beyond the books. You don’t have to

leave campus to find all of the things you need—from entertainment to a health center to our full-service Recreation and Wellness Center. UCF offers free shuttle buses to help you get to your classes, labs and research centers.

In addition to enjoying our beautiful campus, we suggest getting the most out of Orlando and exploring our growing, thriving city. Sunny weather lets you get out and enjoy recreational activities and more, including:

• More than 100 theme parks, including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld

• Kennedy Space Center and beautiful beaches a short drive away

• Hundreds of lakes and rivers for kayaking, canoeing, water skiing and more

• A vibrant nightlife, from relaxed coffee houses to high-energy nightclubs

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Images courtesy of Visit Orlando

LIVE & PLAY

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Accounting

Advertising-Public relations

Aerospace engineering

Anthropology

Applied Science

Architecture

Art

Art education

Athletic training

Biology

Biomedical Sciences

Biotechnology

Business Administration

Chemistry

Civil engineering

Communication Sciences and disorders

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

Finance

Foreign language education

Forensic Science

French

General Business

Health Informatics and Information Management

Health Sciences/Pre-clinical track

Health Services Administration

History

Hospitality Management

Humanities

Industrial engineering

Information technology

Interdisciplinary Studies

International and Global Studies

Interpersonal/Organizational Communication

Journalism

latin American Studies

legal Studies

Management

Marketing

Mathematics

Mathematics education

Mechanical engineering

Medical laboratory Sciences

Music

Music education

nursing

Philosophy

Photography

Physics

Political Science

Psychology

Public Administration

radio-television

real estate

religious Studies

restaurant and Foodservice Management

Science education

Social Science education

Social Sciences

Social Work

Sociology

Spanish

Sport and exercise Science

Statistics

technical education and Industry training

theatre

theatre Studies

Pre-PrOFeSSIOnAl StUdIeS

Pre-chiropractic

Pre-dental

Pre-law

Pre-medical

Pre-optometry

Pre-osteopathy

Pre-pharmacy

Pre-podiatry

Pre-veterinary

UCF has a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs. From high-ranking engineering and medical programs to nationally renowned hospitality management degrees, we offer:

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at UCF is teamwork, which really

helps the overall atmosphere

of productivity. All of the

students are very enthusiastic

and dedicated to excelling

in everything they do.”

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F rom the moment you arrive, UCF begins preparing you for academic achievement—you can research alongside world-renowned faculty, often accomplishing publication prior to graduation. You will have opportunities to share your research with the university

community, and participate in workshops and training courses that help you progress academically and in your future career.

accounting

aerospace engineering

anthropology

applied learning and instruction

biology

biomedical sciences

biotechnology

business administration

career and technical education

chemistry

civil engineering, M.s., M.s.c.e.

clinical psychology

communication

communication sciences and Disorders

computer engineering

computer science

conservation biology

counselor education, M.a., M.ed.

creative writing

criminal Justice

Digital Forensics

Digital Media

early childhood Development and education

educational leadership, M.a., M.ed.

electrical engineering

elementary education, M.a., M.ed.

emerging Media

engineering Management

english

english, rhetoric and composition

environmental engineering, M.s., M.s.env.e.

exceptional student education, M.a., M.ed.

Film

Forensic science

health care informatics

health sciences

history

hospitality and tourism Management

industrial and organizational psychology

industrial engineering, M.s., M.s.i.e.

instructional Design and technology

interactive entertainment

interdisciplinary studies, M.a., M.s.

k-8 Mathematics and science education

Management

Marriage and Family therapy

Materials science and engineering

Mathematical science

Mechanical engineering

Modeling and simulation

Music

nonprofit Management

nursing

optics

physics

political science

public administration

reading education

real estate

research administration

rhetoric and composition

social work

sociology

spanish

sport and exercise science

sport business Management

statistical computing

taxation

teacher education

teacher leadership

teaching english to speakers of other languages

theatre, M.a., M.F.a.

urban and regional planning

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nationally recognized centers for research at UCF:

Advanced Materials Processing and Analysis Center

Center for research and education in Optics and lasers

Florida Photonics Center of excellence

Florida Space Institute

Florida Solar energy Center

Institute for Simulation and training

nanoScience technology Center

townes laser Institute

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“ After starting my Ph.d. program, I began interning in an industry

where I met experts in my area of study and gained more insight

into my research topic. UCF has many industry partnerships and

offers great financial support through fellowships and scholarships.”

slavica Malobabic electrical enGineerinG, ph.D. serbia

applied experimental and human Factors psychology, ph.D.

biomedical sciences, ph.D.

business administration, ph.D.

education, ed.D., ph.D.

educational leadership, ed.D.

chemistry, ph.D.

civil engineering, ph.D.

clinical psychology, ph.D.

computer engineering, ph.D.

computer science, ph.D.

conservation biology, ph.D.

electrical engineering, ph.D.

environmental engineering, ph.D.

hospitality Management, ph.D.

industrial and organizational psychology, ph.D.

industrial engineering, ph.D.

Materials science and engineering, ph.D.

Mathematics, ph.D.

Mechanical engineering, ph.D.

Medicine, M.D.

Modeling and simulation, ph.D.

physical therapy, D.p.t.

physics, ph.D.

public administration, ph.D.

public affairs, ph.D.

nursing, ph.D.

nursing practice, D.n.p.

optics, ph.D.

security studies, ph.D.

sociology, ph.D.

texts and technology, ph.D.

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U N I V E R S I T Y o f C E N T R A L F L O R I D A

APPLY ONLINE

Your admission to UCF starts with completing our online application and paying the $30 USD application fee. You can find the online application at admissions.ucf.edu and clicking on “Apply Now.”

SUBmIT ThE REqUIRED ACADEmIC DOCUmENTS

All required academic documents must be submitted to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. These documents may include the following:

• Official transcripts (translations and evaluations may be required)

• SAT or ACT exam scores (if required)

• TOEFL or IELTS exam scores (if required)

For more information, please visit the Undergraduate Admissions website at admissions.ucf.edu/international.

SUBmIT ThE REqUIRED ISC ImmIgRATION DOCUmENTS

All required immigration documents must be submitted to UCF’s International Services Center. These documents include the following:

• Copy of your passport (six-month validity)

• UCF I-20 request form

• UCF certification of finances form

• Original financial support documents (showing sources of funding, e.g., bank statement)

• Dependent documents (if applicable)

UNDERgRADUATE APPLICATION DEADLINES

Fall Semester March 1 Classes begin in August

Spring Semester september 1 Classes begin in January

Summer Semester January 1 Classes begin in May

SCORE REqUIREmENTS

tOeFlinternet-based test 80computer-based test 213paper-based test 550

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TRANSFER STUDENTS

you must submit additional

immigration documents.

For more information about

immigration requirements and

downloadable forms, visit the

International Services Center

at intl.ucf.edu.

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ABOUT DOCUmENTATION?

to learn about required

documents and how to

transfer to UCF from your

country, visit intl.ucf.edu.

APPLY ONLINE

Your admission to UCF starts with completing our graduate application online and paying the $30 USD application fee. You can find the online application at graduate.ucf.edu and clicking on “Apply Now.”

SUBmIT ThE REqUIRED ACADEmIC DOCUmENTS

All required academic documents must be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies. These documents may include the following:

• Official transcripts (translations and evaluations may be required)

• GRE or GMAT exam scores (if required)

• TOEFL or IELTS exam scores (if required)

• Additional academic documentation (personal statement, letters of recommendation, etc.)

*Program requirements and deadlines vary. Please check the specific program requirements when applying at graduatecatalog.ucf.edu/programs.

SUBmIT REqUIRED ISC ImmIgRATION DOCUmENTS

All required immigration documents must be submitted to UCF’s International Services Center. These documents include the following:

• Copy of your passport (six-month validity)

• UCF I-20 request form

• UCF certification of finances form

• Original financial support documents (showing sources of funding, e.g., bank statement)

• Dependent documents (if applicable)

gRADUATE APPLICATION DEADLINES*

Fall semester January 15 Classes begin in August

Spring admission July 1 Classes begin in January

Summer admission november 1 Classes begin in May

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TUITIONFor current tuition/fee information, please visit tuitionfees.smca.ucf.edu.

Please note: International students are required to show proof of funding for total expenses for the first academic year (two semesters). These expenses include:

• Tuition and fees

• Living expenses

• Mandatory health insurance

Please see intl.ucf.edu for more information.

FUNDINgUCF assists qualified graduate students with the cost of graduate education by providing fellowships and tuition waivers. In addition, many departments provide professional development opportunities in the form of graduate assistantships.

The colleges and departments establish eligibility requirements and application guidelines for assistantships. Fellowships and assistantships are based on academic performance and experience. Applicants are encouraged to complete the admission application as early as possible.

For additional information, please visit graduate.ucf.edu.

In addition, our Office of Student Financial Assistance periodically offers scholarships to non-U.S. citizens. Please consult the scholarship list at finaid.ucf.edu.

Undergraduate graduate

tuition & Fees $ 17,986 $ 21,561

living expenses $ 12,722 $ 12,722

health insurance $ 1,537 $ 1,537

est. Annual Cost $ 32,245 $35,820

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* based on 12 credit hours.** based on 9 credit hours for fall and spring enrollment.

Fees are subject to change without notice. please visit tuitionandfees.smca.ucf.edu for more information.

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CHAMPIONS Athletic teAMS

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 our athletic teams exceeded the NCAA requirements for

academic success. UCF has never had a team penalized for low academic standing.

We are having success on the field too. UCF has 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.

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