UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL ORLANDO, FLORIDA WE ARE UCF 2016–17 VIEWBOOK FOR UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS THIS IS UCF HOW IT’S UCF CREED

ALWAYS INTEGRITY I will practice and defend academic and personal honesty. BEEN DONE SCHOLARSHIP I will cherish and honor learning as a fundamental IS DONE. purpose of my membership in the UCF community. COMMUNITY We’re hungry and growing, with something to prove — just I will promote an open and supportive campus environment by respecting the rights and like you. At UCF, we are not bound by 200 years of tradition. contributions of every individual. We think differently. We’re a new kind of university, the progressive disruptor of higher education in America. Joining CREATIVITY our community of thinkers and innovators will push your I will use my talents to enrich the human experience. boundaries to exciting new places. Because only you can unleash your potential — and we’re here to help make it happen. EXCELLENCE I will strive toward the highest standards of performance in any endeavor I undertake. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

WHY UCF?

Being 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, innovative research and extraordinary academics are just a few of the reasons why students enroll at UCF. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

UNLEASHING POTENTIAL THE BENEFITS OF BIG You dream big. So do we. It’s how big things get accomplished. Big gives you hundreds of ways to explore your interests until you discover your passion. Big provides the resources to evolve that passion into a meaningful career. Big creates communities of like minds on a campus where everyone can find a home. Big builds a foundation of support for whatever you need to succeed. Big challenges you to stand on your own two feet and forge your future. And big opens the world up to you through a global network of Knights, ready to show you the way.

QUICK FACTS UCF ranks alongside Harvard, MIT, Stanford and Duke among the most innovative universities in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges 2016 guide. STUDENT POPULATION* 280 We attract exceptional academic achievers — incoming fall freshmen have an rSAT average of 1324, an average ACT of 28 National Merit Scholars* and an average high school GPA of 4.0. STUDENTS COME FROM

Our graduates win Fulbright, Goldwater, Mellon, 67 50 152 Rhodes, Truman and Udall scholarships.

Florida States Countries counties We are ranked by the Carnegie Foundation for “very high research activity.”

NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARS*

UCF produces more graduates who get jobs in aerospace and defense companies than any other U.S. university, according to a 2015 Aviation Week magazine workforce study.

Kiplinger and The Princeton Review consistently rank PERCENT a UCF education among the nation’s best values. of UCF students graduate without any educational debt — compared to 33 percent nationally The Rosen College of Hospitality Management is ranked the No. 5 hospitality and hotel management school in the world by * Projected Fall 2016 CEOWorld Magazine. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

OUR CAMPUS

At Lake Claire you can paddle a canoe, play Catch a concert at or host a the CFE Arena. KNIGHTS’ DOMAIN barbecue. To really appreciate our campus, you need to see it. Take a walk through Memory Mall, stroll by the Reflecting Pond, and visit the Student Union. Here are some of the most popular spots at UCF.

1 6 Cheer on the Knights at Bright DUKE ENERGY UCF WELCOME CENTER The UCF Art Gallery hosts House Networks Stadium. Home to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Anchored by the CFE Arena and Bright House rotating exhibitions of student, faculty, alumni here you’ll learn about everything UCF has to offer. Networks Stadium, this exciting spot on campus and other artists’ works. Our admissions staff is available to answer your offers concerts and shows, plus NCAA and questions, and student ambassadors will guide you cultural events. There’s an All Knight Study and a on a walking tour of campus. Recreation and Wellness Center. Dining options include ’s, Burger U, Jimmy John’s and Kyoto Sushi & Grill. And the Barnes & Noble @ 2 REFLECTING POND UCF is the largest bookstore on campus. A popular spot to study and socialize, the Reflecting Get back to nature Pond is located near the John C. Hitt Library, Millican on hiking trails. Hall and the Education Complex. Join us here for 7 RECREATION AND Spirit Splash before each Homecoming game, when WELLNESS CENTER the pond is transformed into a pep rally. This facility offers two swimming pools, cardio and fitness floors, a 41-foot rock climbing tower, 3 FERRELL COMMONS sand volleyball and multipurpose courts, and more. Aerobics, yoga, Pilates and spinning are Close to the Libra, Apollo, Nike and Hercules housing a few of the classes offered to students free of communities, Ferrell Commons is a popular spot charge. The university’s intramural and club for students. Here you can use your meal plan at the sports are supervised here as well. ’63 South dining hall or prepare for exams at the The UCF Arboretum supports a All Knight Study. community garden where you can volunteer to grow organic fruits HOUSING Spirit Splash is our raucous and vegetables. Homecoming pep rally 4 STUDENT UNION With 10 communities located across the campus, where you can jump in the there’s no more convenient place for students Reflecting Pond. Located at the heart of campus, the Student Union to live. The Towers at Knights Plaza are within features more than 10 eateries. It also houses steps of concerts and sporting events. The computer labs, lounges, meeting and retail spaces, Neptune, Nike and Hercules communities are and the full-service SGA Ticket Center, which offers adjacent to the Recreation and Wellness Center student discounts on local attractions. and its resort-style leisure pool. The Lake Claire Knights Helping Knights Pantry Community is close to the natural beauty of offers free food, clothing and The Challenge Course will help other necessities for students 5 MEMORY MALL its namesake and Greek row. NorthView is our you build problem-solving and in need. teamwork skills on ground This large, open grassy area — located near Classroom newest apartment community, located just north obstacles and a 40-foot-high II, the UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center, the of Bright House Networks Stadium. And the ropes course. Veterans Commemorative Site, Career Services Apollo and Libra communities are central to and Knights Plaza — is where you can find students Ferrell Commons and many classroom buildings. enjoying a sunny afternoon or fans tailgating before a football game. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK CURIOSITY LEADS THE WAY.

THERE’S A LOT TO LEARN HERE.

You ask the big questions. Without them, there will be no answers. We encourage you to challenge convention and, in turn, challenge yourself to be entrepreneurial, innovative and inclusive in everything you do. In any of the 212 degree programs DEGREE PROGRAMS offered by our 13 colleges, you’ll expand your intellectual perspective to broad, new 93 horizons, conduct cutting-edge research 84 31 that writes headlines, and gain real-world experiences through internships and co-ops Bachelor’s Master’s Doctoral that lead to dream jobs. Our faculty bring expertise from around the world that will shatter your preconceptions, fuel your discoveries, and reward your hard work with the knowledge and skills to create a positive impact on the world. MAJORS

DEGREE PROGRAMS CONT.

R Spanish Radio–Television and Exercise Science OPTIONS ARE Statistics Real Estate Religion and Cultural Studies T Technical Education and Restaurant and Foodservice Industry Training Management A GOOD THING. Theatre S Theatre Studies Science Education We offer nearly 100 undergraduate majors. See something that Social Science Education W World Languages Social Sciences interests you? We thought so. It might be difficult narrowing Education Social Work Writing and Rhetoric your decision. No problem. We have experts ready to help you Sociology get started. The possibilities are exciting, aren’t they? ucf.edu/degree-search PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

DEGREE PROGRAMS Pre-chiropractic Pre-osteopathy Pre-dental Pre-pharmacy A Pre-law Pre-physical therapy H Pre-medical Pre-podiatry Accounting Health Informatics and Advertising–Public Relations Information Management Pre-occupational therapy Pre-veterinary Aerospace Engineering Health Sciences/Pre-clinical Track Pre-optometry Anthropology Health Services Administration Applied Science History Architecture Hospitality Management Art Human Communication Art Education Humanities and Cultural Studies CAN’T DECIDE? Athletic Training I That’s OK. We’re here to help. Meeting with your academic B Industrial Engineering Biology Information Technology advisors regularly throughout your time at UCF will provide Biomedical Sciences Integrated Business key information, guidance and encouragement. Beginning Biotechnology Interdisciplinary Studies Business Economics International and Global Studies at orientation, the First Year Advising and Exploration team C J will assist you in fulfilling your academic requirements for Chemistry Journalism Civil Engineering enrollment, selecting your major and future career options, Communication and Conflict L understanding UCF policies and procedures, registering for Communication Sciences and Latin American Studies Disorders Legal Studies classes and more. fyae.sdes.ucf.edu Computer Engineering Computer Science M Management Construction Engineering Marketing Criminal Justice Mathematics GO FURTHER D Mathematics Education Digital Media Mechanical Engineering Expand your college experience beyond Medical Laboratory Sciences traditional boundaries with short-term programs, E Music Early Childhood Development Music Education long-term exchanges and international internships in more than and Education Economics N 30 countries around the globe. studyabroad.ucf.edu Electrical Engineering Nursing Elementary Education English P English Language Arts Education Philosophy Entertainment Management Photography Environmental Engineering Photonic Science and Engineering Event Management Physics F Political Science Film Psychology Finance Public Administration Forensic Science French EVEN MORE UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

BY DESIGN

Each year, students from the UCF College of Engineering and Computer Science battle it out at the Great Navel Orange Race at the Reflecting Pond. For this final project, students design a vessel that can transport an orange around the perimeter of The provides student research opportunities and hosts regular the pond. stargazing events for the public.

There’s always some kind of event happening on campus — from concerts to art shows, sporting events, speakers and more.

Hands-on learning is one of the best ways to succeed in your field of study.

UCF’s Wi-Fi network offers free internet Study-abroad and international access in buildings research programs can take you and residence halls to exotic foreign destinations. across campus. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

COLLEGE

ACADEMICS ARTS AND HUMANITIES

Your passion for personal expression has the IT’S TIME TO DISCOVER. power to fill hearts and change minds. The College of Arts and Humanities provides a dynamic At UCF, you’ll be introduced to caring faculty, explore groundbreaking research opportunities and enjoy our incubator for artistic explorations of every kind, from literature to philosophy, fine arts to digital media and theater to music. student-centered approach to learning. There are 13 colleges and more than 200 degree programs to choose In any of its 30 programs, you’ll explore your boundaries in from — it’s all here. So, whatever your passion, we’ve got the program to get you going in the right direction. state-of-the-art facilities, develop your talents under the ucf.edu/academics guidance of faculty who practice what they teach, and learn real-world lessons through cooperative community partnerships. cah.ucf.edu

HITTING THE HIGH NOTES

• In 2015, UCF’s Chamber Singers performed with the Rolling Stones at the 65,000-seat as part of the band’s 15-city North American tour. STUDENT • Student filmmakers won an Emmy Award at the 37th College Television Awards for “Filthy Dreamers,” a documentary about the challenges to academic freedoms at Florida State College Creating Cultural for Women in the 1920s. Context

Flying Horse Editions, UCF’s downtown Orlando visual arts research studio, invites SABRINA JEROME is building an internationally renowned creators to collaborate with student interns. appreciation for diverse cultures at UCF to achieve her goal of becoming an immigration lawyer. The religion and cultural studies major believes that understanding social contexts will improve how she advocates for immigrants and other underserved populations in her future career. And her service as assistant chief justice for the Student Government Association has given Sabrina the practical experience to fuel her professional success.

UCF emphasizes inclusion and diversity. Learning about people from different parts of the world really helps in my decision- making. It helps in my leadership. It helps me as a person.” UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

COLLEGE COLLEGE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ENGINEERING AND

You want to drive the future of business to the COMPUTER SCIENCE next frontier for more than just profit. You need to know how and why things work — and make them work better. The College of Business Administration trains students to adapt and succeed in a rapidly changing economy by embracing an entrepreneurial attitude toward education. You’ll specialize The College of Engineering and Computer Science will challenge in accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, you to think creatively as you conduct innovative research in real estate or integrated business, and supplement traditional aerospace, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical, environmental classroom experiences with real-world learning opportunities. and other engineering disciplines. Creating 3-D printed robotic You can also participate in internships, study-abroad programs, arms, designing a self-driving car or developing artificial corporate partnerships, business plan competitions and new intelligence are just a few of the projects you might work on. venture incubators such as the UCF Blackstone LaunchPad. You can also gain practical experience through internships in our bus.ucf.edu adjacent Central Florida Research Park, as well as with industry partners including Siemens, Lockheed Martin and Harris SERIOUS BUSINESS Corporation. cecs.ucf.edu Field training with a wide range of • In 2016, the college was recognized by U.S. News & World community education partners is an important part of the college’s curriculum. MAKER CULTURE Report as having one of the Best Undergraduate Business Programs in the country. If you can think it, you can create it in the Maker Space Lab COLLEGE Complex. Sketch out ideas on whiteboard walls and tables in • All of our undergraduate programs are accredited by AACSB the Harris Corporation Gathering Lab, prototype your project BURNETT HONORS International, which represents the highest standard of COLLEGE with 3-D printers and laser cutters in the Texas Instruments achievement for business schools worldwide. Less than 5 Innovation Lab, and bring it to life with heavy machinery in the percent of business school programs worldwide have earned EDUCATION AND HUMAN Manufacturing Lab. You have the desire to reach beyond campus this accreditation. and expand your learning experience. PERFORMANCE The college offers more than The college nurtures an 20 business-related student entrepreneurial culture The is dedicated to inspiring the highest organizations and associations You answer a noble calling to ignite the spark where you’ll be encouraged where you can make connections, academic achievement through exclusive research programs, to bring your big ideas to life. strengthen leadership skills and of knowledge in others through teaching. seminars, symposiums and study-abroad opportunities that hone teamwork. offer formative experiences beyond the classroom. You’ll join The College of Education and Human Performance prepares a collaborative community of scholars from all disciplines and future educators and sport and exercise science practitioners benefit from small classes that allow for more discussion and to teach, coach and lead with creativity and passion. You’ll greater interaction with honors faculty. honors.ucf.edu employ cutting-edge technology to master the most current THE HONORS ADVANTAGE methods in preparation for the classroom or lab. Extracurricular • Choose from more than 140 honors-level general education experiences through community partnerships with local courses every year — with only 20 students per class. schools will give you a competitive edge in the job market after graduation. education.ucf.edu • The Honors Symposium features prestigious faculty and

community leaders presenting their thoughts on intriguing HIGHER EDUCATION topics such as biology, philosophy and psychology. • The Counselor Education Program ranked ninth nationally by • Honors interdisciplinary seminars combine two areas of study U.S. News & World Report in 2016. to shape new ways of understanding subjects from history to • Six of the 26 appointed public school district superintendents biology to computer science. in Florida are College of Education and Human Performance • Burnett Research Scholars, UCF’s premier undergraduate alumni. research program, can help you identify and work with faculty mentors in a research area of shared interest. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

COLLEGE The college employs the most COLLEGE current technology to train health care professionals to better care HEALTH AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS for their patients. NURSING

You strive to serve humanity and improve our Your innate caring nature can ease suffering future — one challenge at a time. and preserve life.

The College of Health and Public Affairs empowers students who The College of Nursing is an active member of the health care want to impact positive change in local communities and across community, utilizing the latest technology and community- the globe. By collaborating with faculty, participating in research, oriented programs to develop future professionals. Through gaining experience through service-learning with community cutting-edge research, clinical training and community service, partnerships, and assisting with national and international you’ll learn the most current techniques and develop in-demand policy and program development, you’ll prepare for a career leadership skills necessary to provide high-quality patient care to in social work, public administration, health management and serve the needs of a changing population. nursing.ucf.edu informatics, criminal justice and other socially beneficial fields. PREPPED FOR SUCCESS cohpa.ucf.edu College of Nursing undergraduate students routinely exceed CHANGE STARTS HERE state and national averages on the RN license exam (NCLEX- • The Communication Disorders Clinic houses the largest RN), ranking among the top 4 percent nationally and boasting clinical education program for speech-language pathology one of the highest pass rates of equivalent programs in Florida. FACULTY graduate students in the United States. • The Center for Public and Nonprofit Management is Teaching implementing an innovative new leadership training program for the Florida Department of Children and Families to educate child welfare professionals. COLLEGE Computers to Developing strong teamwork and leadership skills will be an important part of your Understand MEDICINE nursing education. You want to save lives, cure diseases and make FEI LIU is teaching computers to better discoveries at the forefront of biotechnology. understand humans. The assistant professor in

the College of Engineering and Computer Science History-making. Groundbreaking. A national model for medical is pioneering natural language processing to help education. These are just a few of the things people across machines learn and derive meaning from written the nation are saying about the college. The Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences is nationally known for its innovative text and generate it as well. She uses an algorithm research in fields from Alzheimer’s disease to cancer and heart that identifies important details in massive amounts disease. And our modern southeast Orlando complex is the of content and produces summaries that reduce anchor of , where our students benefit information overload for humans. from neighbors such as the Nemours Children’s Hospital and the Orlando VA Medical Center. med.ucf.edu

Misspellings, abbreviations A STRONG FOUNDATION and slang cause problems in The Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences prepares you for: computer translation. By developing an algorithm that converts them into • Admission to graduate school, medical school or other professional health schools standard English, smartphone apps or Students in the social work program earn real-world • Research with scientists or physicians at universities car systems could correctly read out experience through field placements at agencies • Careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries text messages while you drive.” throughout Central Florida. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

COLLEGE COLLEGE ROSEN COLLEGE OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT You’re an intellectual explorer and have too many Central Florida is a interests to choose just one. Your drive to make people smile can take you to living classroom for biology students. amazing places. The College of Undergraduate Studies offers the ability to tailor your program of study to suit your individual academic and The Rosen College of Hospitality Management is strategically career goals. This flexibility lets you choose your own path in located near the heart of one of the world’s largest and most environmental studies, women’s studies or interdisciplinary popular tourism destinations. At our campus near International studies. For students pursuing degrees in science, technology, Drive, you’ll learn to manage hotels, restaurants, theme parks, engineering or mathematics, the college administers the National entertainment and events from international faculty, gain Science Foundation-funded EXCEL program to increase success exclusive industry exposure through paid work experiences, in the freshman and sophomore science and mathematics courses and develop important professional relationships with key local as well as facilitate experiential learning, undergraduate research hospitality partners. hospitality.ucf.edu and advising. undergrad.ucf.edu

TOP-LEVEL TRAINING

• Rosen College is one of the top five hospitality management Optics faculty and students work with programs in the world. cutting-edge equipment to push the boundaries • It is America’s largest program, with 3,500 undergraduate of this emerging field. students. • Study-abroad programs offer partnerships with six international universities.

COLLEGE • More than 90 percent of students secure full-time employment OPTICS AND PHOTONICS upon graduation.

COLLEGE Your fascination with light and lasers can advance technology to the next level. SCIENCES

The College of Optics and Photonics is the place to pioneer Your instinct to investigate the mysteries of the science and technology of lights, lasers, fiber optics, imaging systems and other areas of study. You’ll embark on our world is the key to its survival. groundbreaking research under the guidance of internationally The College of Sciences, UCF’s largest college, builds the recognized faculty, and leverage key industry partnerships to foundations needed for critical thinking as well as career success gain practical experience that will translate into a career at the in programs ranging from communication and journalism to forefront of this fast-moving field.creol.ucf.edu THE NEXT LEVEL the physical, biological, social, behavioral and computational LASER FOCUSED sciences. You’ll learn inside and outside of the classroom and lab • Faculty have produced more than 260 patents and spun off by participating in internships, research and field work on the Graduate school is the time to push 26 companies. Florida coast, Bolivia, Peru, Egypt and beyond. cos.ucf.edu yourself to new possibilities. UCF offers more than 100 graduate degree • Four startup companies are incubated within the college’s COLLABORATIVE APPROACH programs that are your chance to make important facilities. • Center for Lunar and Asteroid Surface Science discoveries, master cutting-edge skills and advance • Researchers developed the world’s fastest fiber optic cable, Rosen College labs provide skills training • Lou Frey Institute of Politics and Government both your knowledge and your career. With a master’s enabling a record-breaking data transmission of 255 terabits that will benefit your or doctoral degree from UCF, you’ll amplify your future career. • National Center for Forensic Science per second, approximately 21 percent more bandwidth than impact on the world in a big way. graduate.ucf.edu current communication networks. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

THIS IS THE PLACE.

YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME

There’s an energy on campus that’s irresistible. UCF is a vibrant, stimulating community where the bright Florida LIVING ON CAMPUS sun powers individuals to shine, speak their minds and make things happen. Residence Graduation 70% Life staff is rates Our modern, technology-rich facilities available increase by of first-year students live inspire creative new ideas and spirited on campus 24/7 20% collaborations. Our palm tree-lined pathways provide a refuge to recharge. And our diversity makes us smarter, stronger and better prepared to lead in the real world. UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

LIVE SMART GET INVOLVED

Living on campus is one of the best decisions you can make at UCF. You’ll be in the middle of the action with quick, easy access to classes, dining, recreation and events from any of our 10 housing communities. It’s no surprise that students who live JOIN TO CLUBS on campus are more likely to graduate in four years than those who don’t. housing.ucf.edu 600 “TAKE CHARGE” IS OUR LIFESTYLE. Finding your place at UCF won’t be a problem. It might be that sunny spot to read in front of the Reflecting Pond, or the hilarious weekly meetup of the anime club at the Student Union, or the view from the top of the Recreation and Wellness Center’s 41-foot rock climbing tower, or Saturdays cheering for the Knights at Bright House Networks Stadium. No matter what your interest, there are more than 600 student clubs and organizations, plus hundreds of events and activities happening outside the classroom where you’ll discover your home away from home (and maybe a few surprises about yourself). ucf.edu/students EVENTS AND PROGRAMS ANNUALLY • MORE THAN AND PROGRAMS ANNUALLY EVENTS 2,000 HOUSING COMMUNITIES • RESIDENT ASSISTANTS OFFER MORE THAN • RESIDENT ASSISTANTS HOUSING COMMUNITIES 10 UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

ATHLETICS GET IN THE GAME. Champions play at UCF. Knights athletic teams have earned landmark victories on state and national stages — from American Athletic Conference titles to FBS bowl wins. But some of our student-athletes’ most important triumphs have been in the classroom. They’ve achieved an average GPA of 3.0 or higher for 17 consecutive semesters and earned a 93 percent graduation success rate, which ranks No. 1 in the nation for public universities. And a new director of athletics and head coaches in football and men’s and women’s are continuing our winning traditions. Success isn’t as sweet without the cheers of fans in the stands, so we’ll give you access to free admission to every sporting event on campus. Being a part of the action is an important part of our lifestyle — because we’re never as strong alone as we are together. ucfknights.com

UCF UCF CHARGE ONTO THE FIELD WITH OUR SPIRIT, WE’LL NEVER YIELD BLACK AND CHARGE RIGHT THROUGH THE LINE VICTORY IS OUR CRY ... V-I-C-T-O-R-Y TONIGHT OUR KNIGHTS WILL SHINE!

KNIGHTS ATHLETIC TEAMS

Baseball • Men’s Basketball • Women’s Basketball • Cheerleading • Women’s Cross Country • Football • Men’s • Women’s Golf • Women’s Rowing • Men’s Soccer • Women’s Soccer • Softball • Men’s • Women’s Tennis • Women’s Track & Field • Women’s Volleyball HEALTH AND WELLNESS

STUDENT SERVICES HEALTH SERVICES We understand the importance of maintaining physical and emotional health. That’s why Knights have easy access to on-campus doctors, dentists, counselors, THERE’S NO dietitians and a full-service pharmacy. shs.sdes.ucf.edu UCF CARES We’re committed to making sure every Knight feels safe, respected and included in a culture of care built upon mutual SECRET TO courtesy and communication. To support this effort, we offer a wide variety of programs to address most every need. SUCCESS cares.sdes.ucf.edu RECREATION AND ACTIVITIES

RECREATION AND WELLNESS CENTER HERE. Because staying physically active is as important as exercising your mind, our 149,000-square-foot center offers cardio and At UCF, a top priority is ensuring that you have the tools and weight training equipment, fitness classes, a lap pool, an indoor support you need to thrive. Our comprehensive suite of student track, basketball courts and much more. For outdoor fun, there services covers your mind and body with programs focused on are tennis, basketball and sand volleyball courts, a resort-style health, safety, advocacy and academic achievement. Creating leisure pool, a disc golf course, hiking trails and Lake Claire for paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing. rwc.sdes.ucf.edu meaningful connections with staff and faculty dedicated to your success will be a huge advantage in your college experience. OFFICE OF STUDENT INVOLVEMENT This one-stop shop for student clubs, organizations ACADEMIC AND ADVISING and events can connect you to fellow Knights who share your interests, from hip-hop to surfing, STUDENT ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER volunteer service, sports, the arts, Greek life, yoga, academics Advisors are here to help you make important and hundreds of other pursuits. osi.ucf.edu decisions about choosing classes, selecting a major and staying on track for graduation. They’ll offer answers about registration, financial aid, career options and many other OUT AND ABOUT common concerns. sarc.sdes.ucf.edu UCF SHUTTLE UNIVERSITY WRITING CENTER Our free shuttles will deliver you in air-conditioned For assignments of nearly every type, the UWC can assist with comfort across campus and beyond on routes serving free individual and group consultations that will help you many off-campus apartment complexes, Research develop strategies for understanding and executing the often Park, Rosen College and the Health Sciences Campus at Lake complex writing required in university courses and research. Nona. Plus, designated grocery shuttles run weekly for all your uwc.cah.ucf.edu shopping needs. parking.ucf.edu VETERANS ACADEMIC RESOURCE CENTER DINING To give veterans of our armed forces a welcoming No matter what you’re craving, you can find it on campus. home on campus, the VARC offers exclusive services With options ranging from favorites such as Starbucks, Subway, such as personalized application advising, GI Bill Chick-fil-A and Einstein Bros. to traditional all-you-can-eat assistance, VA benefits certification, tutoring, study spaces, dining halls like Knightro’s and ’63 South, there’s no lack of career services and more in one convenient location. quick, convenient and healthy options to fuel your fire. varc.sdes.ucf.edu ucf.campusdish.com

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MAKING CONNECTIONS

UCF is the place where you’ll make lifelong friendships. And during the next four years you may laugh and cry together, but you’ll always be among friends in UCF’s diverse community of fellow students and scholars. UNIVERSITYUNIVERSITY OF OFCENTRAL CENTRAL FLORIDA FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Central Florida is home to 100-plus theme parks and attractions. LIFE IS GOOD IN ORLANDO. Living in America’s most popular tourist destination SPORTS FAN? MILES BETWEEN UCF AND DOWNTOWN ORLANDOMILES BETWEEN UCF AND DOWNTOWN

has its perks, but there’s a lot more to Orlando than Our home teams include the Orlando

theme parks and thrill rides (although those are Magic, Orlando City Soccer Club, 13

Orlando Pride, Predators and Solar Bears. awesome). From our dynamic downtown to our eclectic neighborhoods and wide-open natural LIVE TO SHOP? preserves, Central Florida offers more reasons Dozens of malls, boutiques and outlets offer Each year downtown Orlando to explore than you can imagine. And considering the hosts UCF Celebrates the everything from high fashion to deep discounts Arts, a weeklong performing 236 days of that special kind of sunshine that within a short drive from campus. and visual arts festival. can only be found here, it’s no surprise that 60 percent of UCF alumni choose to settle in the region RIDE ON TWO WHEELS? With more than 21 fitness trails after graduation. offering hundreds of miles of Soccer is hot in Central Florida smooth pavement, cycling is safe, scenic and fun. thanks to the Orlando City LIKE IT OUTSIDE? Soccer Club and Orlando Pride. There are miles of trails to hike, lakes LOOKING FOR A PARTY? to paddle and natural springs to explore. There are hundreds of festivals, fairs and fiestas And in less than an hour’s drive, there are more happening year-round that draw Central Floridians beautiful beaches than you can count. together to celebrate food, culture, film, music, MILLION PEOPLE LIVE IN GREATER ORLANDO • MILLION PEOPLE LIVE IN GREATER theater and more.

CULTURE YOUR THING? 2.4

Our world-class entertainment, music and arts HUNGRY FOR MORE? •

venues host pop stars, opera divas, Broadway A thriving culinary scene blends flavors from actors, art shows and performers of every type around the world with options for every and genre. budget, from food trucks to fine dining.

Downtown Orlando is a hub for the arts, culture, nightlife and business. DAYS OF SUNSHINE DAYS

Central Florida’s warm climate enables year-round

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AFTER COLLEGE KNIGHTS DOING BIG THINGS YOUR DEGREE IS JUST THE BEGINNING. The years you’ll spend earning your degree at UCF will go way too fast. That’s why we start thinking about your future beyond graduation the minute you step on campus. With career counseling, graduate school planning, internship programs and professional networking events, we’ll help you get a head start on what comes next, NICOLE STOTT ’92 RANDY HUNT ’05 YBETH BRUZUAL ’05 so you’ll be well-prepared when it’s time to move forward. UCF’s first astronaut spent 104 days in The vice president of design for Etsy The TV news anchor asks Central space aboard space shuttles and the led his team to Smithsonian’s 2014 Florida officials the tough questions on International Space Station. National Design Award. her talk show, Political Connections.

SARAH GOLDMAN ’14 ALBERT MANERO ’12 PHILLIP GORDON ’13 The mental health therapist The engineering doctoral student The educator returned to his advocates for students and others founded a nonprofit group that builds downtown Orlando neighborhood after with different abilities. and donates 3-D printed robotic arms graduation to mentor at-risk youth. to children in need.

CAREER PREPARATION STRENGTH IN NUMBERS UCF Career Services provides students with More than 250,000 strong and growing, the UCF information and resources to ensure the decisions Office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving they make today lead to job satisfaction tomorrow. will keep you connected with Knights around the The center offers comprehensive services to help country and the globe. Stay in touch via social and Knights plan their careers, gain hands-on work service events, travel programs and continuing experience and secure employment upon career services for life, with no membership fees. graduation. career.sdes.ucf.edu ucfalumni.com

EMILY ELLYN ’08 ’14 HYE JUNG KIM ’09 The chef and culinary educator updates The The math teacher joined the crew of traditional recipes with modern quarterback was the third overall the traditional Polynesian voyaging flair in cookbooks and magazines pick in the 2015 NFL draft. canoe Hōkūle‘a for a seven-week and on television. mission in Australia. Nicole Stott photo by Bill Stafford. Randy Hunt photo by Sarah Kerens. Blake Bortles photo courtesy of Jacksonville Jaguars. of Jacksonville courtesy Bortles photo Blake Kerens. by Sarah Randy Hunt photo Bill Stafford. by photo Stott Nicole UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

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INCOMING FRESHMAN* The next class of UCF Knights is forming. From all 50 states and more than 150 1262 Top 10 Top 10 countries, open minds like yours are Average Freshman Majors Freshman States Old SAT starting their journey in the heart of (Critical Reading 1. Engineering 1. Florida and Math) Central Florida. They’re creating a new 2. Biomedical 2. Illinois Sciences 3. New York future where discoveries happen daily, 1324 3. Computer 4. New Jersey connections are currency, and a college Average rSAT Science (Evidence-based 5. Georgia Reading/Writing 4. Biology degree is just the beginning. Will you accept and Math) 6. Pennsylvania 5. Business the challenge of pushing yourself to achieve 7. Virginia 6. Psychology 8. Maryland your maximum potential? Apply online at 28 7. Nursing 9. Michigan Average ACT 8. Health Sciences admissions.ucf.edu. – Pre-Clinical 10. Texas 9. Hospitality 4.0 Management Average 10. Chemistry High School GPA * Projected Fall 2016 QUICK REFERENCE HOW DO I APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID? Start by submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before Dec. 1 of your senior year in high school — you can apply online at fafsa.ed.gov. Not sure if you qualify? Still apply, as you could receive financial assistance that is not WE HAVE need-based. finaid.ucf.edu

WHEN IS THE APPLICATION DEADLINE? ANSWERS TO FRESHMEN TRANSFERS INTERNATIONAL Fall: May 1 Fall: Jul 1 Fall: Mar 1 Spring: Nov 1 Spring: Nov 1 Spring: Sep 1 YOUR QUESTIONS. Summer: Mar 1 Summer: Mar 1 Summer: Jan 1 HOW DO I APPLY TO UCF? WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO APPLY? **Online application available at admissions.ucf.edu or the You can apply up to one year before the term for which you Common Application at commonapp.org plan to enroll. Freshmen should apply between September and December of their senior year in high school for the following **A nonrefundable $30 fee fall semester. **Official high school or homeschool transcript **Official scores for the SAT/rSAT (code: 5233) or HOW COMPETITIVE IS UCF? ACT (code: 0735) For freshmen, the midrange (middle 50 percent) of our **Official college transcript (an initial transcript for Fall 2015 entering class was: application review, as well as a final copy once all college • GPA: 3.7–4.3 (recalculated academic core) coursework is complete and degree is posted), if applicable • Old SAT: 1200–1320 (test administered before February 2016) Official GED or TOEFL/IELTS score, if applicable ** • rSAT: 1270–1380 (test administered March 2016 and later) • ACT: 25–29 (composite) DOES UCF REQUIRE STANDARDIZED TESTS? Yes. All freshmen must submit official SAT/rSAT or ACT scores; they must be reported directly to the university electronically HOW DO I SCHEDULE A CAMPUS VISIT or via the mail. For international students, the TOEFL or IELTS EXPERIENCE TOUR OR REGISTER FOR A exam may also be required. KNIGHT FOR A DAY OPEN HOUSE? Reservations are required for the Campus Visit DOES UCF REQUIRE INTERVIEWS, Experience and Open House Events. The best time to RECOMMENDATIONS OR ESSAYS? experience UCF is when classes are in session. Sign up at No, but we recommend that you submit an essay. admissions.ucf.edu/visit.

CONSIDER VISITING: HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ATTEND UCF? **On Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays 2016-17 APPROXIMATE ANNUAL TUITION AND FEES, ROOM AND BOARD, AND BOOKS* **In January, February, May, June, October or November

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Tuition and Fees $ 6,379 $ 22,476 WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? UNDERGRADUATE FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE Room and Board $ 9,764 $ 9,764 ADMISSIONS 407.823.5105 Books (estimate) $ 1,152 $ 1,152 407.823.3000 fye.sdes.ucf.edu admissions.ucf.edu Est. Annual Cost $ 17,295 $ 33,392 HOUSING AND STUDENT FINANCIAL RESIDENCE ASSISTANCE LIFE * Based upon 30 credit hours, standard room and meal plan for the 407.823.2827 407.823.4663 2016–17 academic year. finaid.ucf.edu housing.ucf.edu

FIRST YEAR ADVISING DINING SERVICES AND EXPLORATION 407.823.2651 EVEN MORE 407.823.3789 ucf.campusdish.com fyae.sdes.ucf.edu UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA 2016–17 VIEWBOOK

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We’ve given you a lot of the information you’ll need to become REQUIREMENTS Welcome to UCF — one of the most a Knight, but there’s no substitute for visiting UCF in person. UCF requires a minimum of 18 high school units to be considered innovative universities in America. for admission. Students must complete four years of English, four HERE. We don’t require a campus tour for admission; however, walking Our students find many ways to grow years of math (Algebra I and above), three years of science, three our palm tree-lined campus, seeing the smiles of your future years of social studies, two years of the same foreign language Seeing the campus is an important part of the college selection process. Although academically and personally as they classmates and feeling our welcoming vibe is something you (in sequence) and two academic electives. Meeting minimum UCF does not require a campus visit for admission, we recommend it. Being on pursue their dreams and prepare for should experience firsthand. Most Knights credit their campus requirements does not automatically guarantee admission. a promising future. campus and experiencing our culture is the best way to decide if UCF is right for visit as the key deciding factor to enroll. So don’t just take our SAT scores are compiled using the highest Critical Reading and Math (old SAT) or Evidence-based Reading/Writing and Math you. Our Campus Visit Experience includes an information session followed by UCF is an emerging pre-eminent word for it, register for a tour today. (rSAT) components from each test taken. ACT scores are based a 90-minute walking tour. metropolitan research university on the highest reported composite score. UCF will accept both You can register for our Campus Visit Experience or Open House events online at in a dynamic region that is known ADMISSION the old SAT (tests administered before February 2016), and the worldwide for its entertainment, Admission to UCF is competitive, so we invite students to apply redesigned rSAT (tests administered March 2016 or later). While admissions.ucf.edu. Tours are led by student ambassadors, who provide a unique hospitality and growing high-tech and early. By applying early, students may benefit from scholarship UCF will continue to superscore the SAT, we will not superscore firsthand perspective. So pick your dates early — sessions fill up quickly. To view the health-related industries. As a result, consideration and housing availability. UCF accepts both the the two versions together. The old SAT may be superscored with campus map, visit map.ucf.edu. university’s online application at admissions.ucf.edu and the other administrations of the old SAT, and the redesigned rSAT may UCF offers acclaimed programs in Common Application. The Common Application must be be superscored with other administrations of the redesigned rSAT. digital media, biomedical sciences completed online at commonapp.org. A nonrefundable $30 fee CAMPUS VISIT EXPERIENCE and hospitality management. But must be submitted with either application. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE • Offered all year Monday — Friday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (except holidays) we are also known internationally NEED-BASED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE • Campus visits begin with an information session at the Duke Energy APPLICATION DEADLINES for excellence in fields such as These funds are awarded to students on the basis of their financial UCF Welcome Center, followed by a 90-minute walking tour of the campus FRESHMEN TRANSFERS INTERNATIONAL engineering, simulation and training, need. Awards can take the form of grants, which do not have to Fall: May 1 Fall: Jul 1 Fall: Mar 1 • After the tour, you may preview our residence halls Monday — Friday medicine, education, planetary be repaid, work-study awards or low-interest loans. Students Spring: Nov 1 Spring: Nov 1 Spring: Sep 1 at noon and 4 p.m. sciences, and optics and lasers. With Summer: Mar 1 Summer: Mar 1 Summer: Jan 1 must submit the FAFSA to receive full consideration for all forms of student aid. more than 600 diverse clubs and student organizations from which to MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE KNIGHT FOR A DAY OPEN HOUSE EVENTS TOP 10 KNIGHTS choose, you will develop new interests, More than $450 million in merit- and need-based assistance is These comprehensive, full-day Saturday events introduce prospective students and If you are in the top 10 percent of your high school class within awarded annually to students. UCF also awards more than $5 parents to the campus community. Learn about the application process, academic make friends, and learn leadership the state of Florida, UCF rewards your academic success with million in academic scholarships each year to new students from programs, student life and financial aid. skills that will benefit you for a guaranteed admission to the university. To become a Top 10 across the nation. More than 3,500 new freshmen and transfer lifetime. Knight, you must currently attend a Florida high school; rank in DATES FOR OPEN HOUSES students are awarded funds based upon outstanding academic the top 10 percent of your high school class or have a recalculated achievement. UCF administers hundreds of other scholarship Sept. 24, 2016 • Oct. 22, 2016 • Nov. 5, 2016 • Jan. 21, 2017 I invite you to schedule a campus GPA of 3.9 or above if your high school does not provide rankings; programs established by individuals and organizations to assist complete at least four units of approved academic core math visit and discover how UCF can our students. Visit finaid.ucf.edu for scholarship listings, a by the end of your senior year; and earn a minimum SAT score help unleash possibilities and your free scholarship search and more information about financial of 1010 (old SAT — administered February 2016 or before) or potential. assistance at UCF. 1090 (rSAT — administered March 2016 or later), or an ACT Composite score of 21. Submit your application by Jan. 15 to qualify for this program. Students who meet the criteria will be JOHN C. HITT notified by March 1. PRESIDENT UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA NONPROFIT ORG OFFICE OF UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS US POSTAGE P.O. BOX 160111 PAID ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32816-0111 ORLANDO, FL 407.823.3000 PERMIT NO. 2543 admissions.ucf.edu

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