University of Central Florida
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Last Updated: November 8, 2022
This school is more affordable than other public schools.
Affordability is calculated by subtracting average financial aid from total tuition and fees.
Learn more about how we determine school awards$4,478
Avg in-state tuition
$19,810
Avg out-of-state tuition
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The University of Central Florida is a large public university located on a suburban campus in Orlando, Florida. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 59,371, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 44%. The university offers 88 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 72%, and a student-faculty ratio of 30:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $4,478, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $19,810.
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230+ Degree Programs
100+ Online Degrees Offered
91% Student Satisfaction Rate (measured by freshman return rate)
100+ Study Abroad Programs
11 On-Campus Housing Communities (or Residence Halls)
650+ Student Clubs and Organizations
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
This school has a competitive acceptance rate.
This school is a little more selective about its students. Competitive acceptance schools welcome 15-50% of all applicants.
44% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
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Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards91% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
72% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Test scores Required
High school rank Recommended
High school GPA Required
Completion of college prep program Recommended
High school transcript Required
Letter of recommendation Recommended
Open admission No
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Not required or recommended
SAT & ACT
Students who attend this school typically have higher standardized test scores than students at other schools.
While test scores can be an important aspect of college applications, schools determine admission based on several factors, and these test scores are only a suggested range.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsACT 25th-75th Percentile 25-30
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1170-1340
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards69k
Students enrolled
59%
Online student enrollment
30:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
47%
Hispanic
27%
Black
11%
Asian
6%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Unknown
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
55%
Socio-economic diversity
30% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
47
Total Online Enrollment
41,097
Percent of Programs Online
76% On-campus
24% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's 22% online
Graduate Certificate Not offered
Master's 35% online
Doctorate 7% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $4,478 | $19,810 |
| Graduate | $6,916 | $25,759 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,010 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,970 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,010 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,970 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,970 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $20,658 | $35,990 |
| Off-campus without family | $20,658 | $35,990 |
| Off-campus with family | $10,648 | $25,980 |
Financial Breakdown
On average, students at this school receive more financial aid than students at other schools.
Learn more about how we determine school awardsStudents Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
31%
State Grant Aid
81%
Institution Grant Aid
52%
Pell Grant
30%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debt after graduation
$40k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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