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The University of Central Florida (UCF) is a metropolitan research university built to make a better future for our students and society. We solve tomorrow’s greatest challenges through a commitment to academic, inclusive and operational excellence. Leveraging innovative learning, discovery and partnerships, we foster social mobility while developing the skilled talent needed to advance industry for our region, state and beyond.
Founded in 1963 to provide talent for Central Florida and the growing U.S. space program, UCF has been making an impact on the state, the nation — and outer space — ever since. With 13 colleges and more than 230 degree programs, follow your passion at one of our campus locations designed to help you succeed. From the main campus in east Orlando to UCF Downtown and Rosen College of Hospitality Management to the Academic Health Sciences Campus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn in the heart of your industry.
Brief Early History
With more than 230 degree programs in 13 colleges, UCF provides an education for the future, today. Our award-winning faculty provide mentorship and cutting-edge educational experiences, and connect students to research and career opportunities around the world.
UCF researchers are committed to discovery and innovation. Each year, our researchers attract more than $200 million in grants, gifts and sponsored awards. But a dollar figure doesn’t tell the whole story. Research and scholarship are about the impact our work is having on our students, community, nation and around the globe. It’s about helping solve real-world problems that make a difference in people’s lives. In addition to supporting innovative research, we’re helping strengthen and diversify our local and state economy.
Career Services has numerous resources and services to offer as you search for the right major or prepare for your job search. It’s never too early or too late to work on your professional development plan. The more time you invest in this process, the more likely you are to achieve your goals.
UCF Housing offers various shared suite and apartment-style floorplans. All UCF Housing communities come with the security and convenience of 24-hour staff support, furnished rooms, all utilities included (no utility caps), Wi-Fi, individual leases, and unbeatable locations.
First-year students are given preference for housing on the Orlando main campus. Students of all classifications, from first-year to graduate students, may apply for student housing located at the Rosen College Apartments, NorthView, or one of our affiliated housing options.
The UCF Libraries administers the John C. Hitt Library located at the heart of the main Orlando campus, as well as three branch libraries: the Curriculum Materials Center (CMC) located in the Education complex on the main Orlando campus; the Addition Financial Downtown Campus Library located at the Downtown campus; and the Universal Orlando Foundation Library also known as the Rosen Library located at the Rosen College of Hospitality Management campus.
As the main provider of information technology resources, our responsibilities include providing all telecommunications services (voice and data), enterprise administrative systems and support to the UCF community including:
UCF Student Health Services provides a variety of primary and specialty care services to help keep students at their optimum health. The Health Center is located on the Main Campus, and satellite clinics are located at the Rosen, Health Sciences, and Downtown campuses. Our services are designed with students’ needs in mind.
Main Campus
As UCF’s home since 1968, our 1,415-acre main campus in east Orlando is impressive in size and even bigger in potential. Modern facilities and state-of-the-art technology keep you connected to classwork and social communities, while 800 acres of woodlands, lakes and an arboretum help you reconnect with nature. Whether you’re inside a classroom or outside exploring, our campus is an exciting place to learn — and an easy place to love.
Academic Health Sciences Campus
UCF Downtown
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
There are over 650 student clubs and organizations you can get involved in.
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