THIS IS GLOBAL UCF INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDEBOOK 2016
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA ORLANDO, FLORIDA BY THE NUMBERS ORLANDO, FLORIDA
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UCF 63,000 93 BACHELOR’S 84 MASTER’S Known as “The City Beautiful,” Orlando is a center for the life sciences, medical students innovation, hospitality and tourism management, and technological developments. from 157 countries, And UCF is at the heart of it all, partnering with leading research institutes and 31 DOCTORAL businesses to provide internship and employment opportunities for students 50 states and graduates.
Orlando is the 26th largest metropolitan area in the United States, and getting #13 Most Innovative Schools to “The City Beautiful” has never been easier. The Orlando International Airport (MCO) has nonstop service to approximately 80 U.S. destinations and more than 30 #45 in Industrial/Manufacturing/ international destinations on more than 35 airlines. It is easy to travel to and from Systems Engineering anywhere in the world, making UCF a truly global destination.
Central Florida is home to first-class sports teams like the Orlando Magic (NBA) #58 in Computer Engineering and the Orlando City Soccer Club (MLS). And don’t forget the UCF Knights! The Bright House Networks Stadium has 45,000 seats, making it a must-see venue #91 Top Public Schools on the UCF campus. Charge on! #98 Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs by U.S. News & World Report
Partnerships with industry leaders such as Boeing, Disney, Lockheed Martin and Siemens
Specialized research centers in areas such as freshman majors: nanoscience, 1. Engineering solar energy, forensic 2. Biomedical Sciences science and simulation 3. Computer Sciences 4. Biology and training 5. Psychology
GLOBAL UCF • 1 MAJORS UCF COLLEGES COLLEGE OF ARTS COLLEGE OF GRADUATE ROSEN COLLEGE OF AND HUMANITIES STUDIES HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT With almost 70 undergraduate programs The College of Graduate studies Central Florida’s theme parks, golf GENERAL PROGRAMS » French » Religion and Cultural Studies in creative disciplines, from performing provides leadership and services to courses, resorts and large number of create high-quality learning environments tourists (Orlando is the most visited » Accounting arts to literature to digital media, and » Health Informatics and Information » Restaurant and Foodservice new facilities such as the Performing for graduate students. It is a leader for destination in the United States) defining the image for graduate education make it the perfect location for the » Advertising–Public Relations Management Management Arts Center, the College of Arts and at UCF as one of quality, one that has key Rosen College of Hospitality Management. Humanities prepares well-rounded » Aerospace Engineering » Health Sciences/Pre-clinical Track » Science Education programs of true excellence, and one that Our graduates manage hotels, restaurants students for the 21st century. is focused on community partnerships. and theme parks; organize and administer » Anthropology » Health Services Administration » Social Science Education major events; plan weddings; and THE BURNETT HONORS COLLEGE » Applied Science » History » Social Sciences COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND promote national tourism. The Burnett Honors College is dedicated PUBLIC AFFAIRS » Architecture Students participate in fieldwork » Hospitality Management » Social Work to the highest academic achievers. Students in the College of Health and COLLEGE OF SCIENCES in exotic locales such as Egypt, Students are introduced to research » Art » Human Communication » Sociology Public Affairs aid society by becoming The College of Sciences offers Belize, Peru, Mexico and Bolivia. and collaborative work, with smaller active in the community. They make an undergraduate degree programs that classes allowing for more discussion and » Art Education » Humanities and Cultural Studies » Spanish impact while they study by participating range from sociology to chemistry to greater interaction. The college is open to in service learning and international political science. Our students work on » Athletic Training » Industrial Engineering Our Mediterranean » Sport and Exercise Science students of all disciplines, and admission travel before moving on to careers in archeological digs in Peru, survey giant resort-style campus is is competitive. » Biology » Information Technology the largest facility ever » Statistics social work, public administration, health sea turtles nesting along nearby beaches built for hospitality management and informatics, criminal and solve difficult mathematical equations » Biomedical Sciences » Integrated Business » Technical Education and management education. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS justice or related fields. — in college and in their careers. Industry Training ADMINISTRATION » Biotechnology » Interdisciplinary Studies The College of Business Administration » Theatre - Acting Track COLLEGE OF MEDICINE COLLEGE OF UNDERGRADUATE » Business Economics » International and Global Studies is one of the nation’s largest accredited History-making. Groundbreaking. STUDIES schools of business. Students will gain » Theatre - Design and Technology Track A national model for medical education. As UCF’s newest college, the College » Chemistry » Journalism valuable experience through work-based These are just a few of the things people of Undergraduate Studies offers » Theatre - Musical Theatre Track projects and internships, and, for aspiring » Civil Engineering » Latin American Studies across the nation are saying about students the ability to tailor their entrepreneurs, there’s UCF’s new Student » Theatre - Stage Management Track the College of Medicine. The college program to suit their academic and » Communication and Conflict » Legal Studies Venture Accelerator. is nationally known for its innovative career goals. Students can choose » Theatre Studies » Communication Sciences and Disorders » Management research on everything from Alzheimer’s a path in Environmental Sciences, COLLEGE OF EDUCATION » World Languages Education disease to cancer to heart disease. women’s studies or interdisciplinary » Computer Engineering » Marketing Students participate in AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE studies. The college also facilitates mock trial competitions » Writing and Rhetoric The College of Education and Human experiential learning, undergraduate » Computer Science » Mathematics around the U.S. COLLEGE OF NURSING Performance prepares future educators The College of Nursing uses state-of- research and advising for pre-health to teach creatively, passionately and » Construction Engineering » Mathematics Education PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS the-art technology and community- and pre-law students. exceptionally in elementary and secondary A team of UCF students won the oriented programs to develop future » Criminal Justice » Mechanical Engineering » Pre-chiropractic education, sport and exercise science, 2015 Raytheon National Collegiate health care professionals. Our graduates and other fields. Our partnerships with » Digital Media Cyber Defense Championship. » Medical Laboratory Sciences » Pre-dental serve in leadership roles, train the next local schools give students real-world generation of nurses and provide high- » Pre-law experience and the competitive edge » Early Childhood Development » Music quality patient care to serve the needs and Education they need to excel in their future careers. Students use cutting-edge » Music Education » Pre-medical of a changing population. simulation technology to » Economics » Pre-occupational therapy rehearse classroom situations. » Nursing COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING COLLEGE OF OPTICS » Electrical Engineering AND COMPUTER SCIENCE » Philosophy » Pre-optometry AND PHOTONICS The College of Engineering and Computer The College of Optics and Photonics » Elementary Education » Pre-osteopathy Science is a leader in research. Its close » Photography comprises three major research centers industry partnerships and great location » English » Pre-pharmacy and is internationally recognized for its » Photonic Science and make it an ideal choice for ambitious research and industry partnerships, such » Pre-physical therapy engineers. UCF is one stop on the » English Language Arts Education Engineering as CREOL and the Townes Laser Institute. Florida High Tech Corridor corridor and » Pre-podiatry Here, expert faculty guide students in » Entertainment Management » Physics a neighbor to industry leaders such as the study of the science and technology Siemens, Boeing and Harris. » Environmental Engineering » Political Science » Pre-veterinary of lights, lasers, fiber optics, imaging systems and other areas of research. » Event Management » Psychology
» Film Graduates have premiered » Public Administration films at festivals such Faculty and students are » Finance as Sundance and inked » Radio–Television “I felt I was crossing a bridge throughout the Global UCF program — engaging and teaching Romanian officials distribution deals to create and manage local understanding American culture, mapping my career path and fully navigating my » Forensic Science with major studios. » Real Estate governments. academic options. Global UCF is designed to meet the needs of international students, providing an outstanding academic and cultural framework for living and studying at UCF, as well as career preparation.” — JULIA from Brazil
2 GLOBAL UCF • 3 LINA from Colombia
“I love the fact that to say you have international friends is pretty cool. The network of friends from Meet the Team around the world is unique. We have become really close. MARY-KAY HASELEY - MANAGING DIRECTOR Maybe someday I’ll be able to call [email protected] an old friend from India to visit?” Early on in her career, Mary-Kay realized that her passion was to create and not maintain. As an executive at the Walt Disney Company, she was involved in multiple projects that required detailed planning and implementation of one-of-a kind visions and business plans. Mary-Kay also founded her own company as an education consultant upon realizing that important resources for parents were not readily available. Mary-Kay understands how international students feel when first experiencing life in the United States, as she has spent time in China, France, Germany, Italy, Morocco and Norway. A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology, Mary-Kay left the DASHA Northeast winters and embraced sunny Florida. from Russia
“Global UCF provides opportunities for you to develop the skills to What do you DR. OLGA BEDOYA-ARTURO - ACADEMIC DIRECTOR use not only in your major, but in your entire life. My skills, my [email protected] personality, my ideas, everything love most about Born in Colombia, Olga completed her doctoral degree in Higher Education and Public Policy. changed. Global UCF helped me Her research topic was focused on the impact of higher education in the economic and social integration of highly educated immigrants in the United States. Olga has vast experience in figure out who I am and in this international and STEM education. She worked at UCF for several years, both in the Office of First process I understood — this is GLOBAL UCF? Year Advising and Exploration (FYAE) and in the College of Graduate Studies. what I needed.”
ERICA GILJOHANN - STUDENT SERVICES DIRECTOR [email protected] HIMANSHU Originally from Wisconsin, Erica has enjoyed living in many different countries including: Mexico, from India Dominican Republic, Costa Rica and Spain. She completed her master’s degree in responsible management and sustainable economic development at the United Nations Mandated University for “Within Global UCF, there are so Peace in Costa Rica. Erica has worked with students of all ages throughout her career, and is looking many different points of view, forward to helping international students achieve both their academic and personal goals. and hearing them helps you see the world with a new perspective. It’s not only about what we do but who we do it with, and Global UCF has connected me EMILY BOMBARDI - MARKETING MANAGER with great people.” [email protected] Marketing Manager Emily Bombardi joined Global UCF in March 2015. Previously, she was a sales manager at Multimedia, Inc. in Orlando. She is a 2012 graduate of Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. In addition, she is IAB (Interactive Advertising Bureau) certified and is a member of the FERNANDO XIMENA Orlando Area Council on Foreign Relations. In her spare time, Emily likes to skydive on the weekends from Mexico from Venezuela and also loves to travel — even if that means traveling alone!
“We have support in every aspect “What I love most is the people — from the entire team. We get to we end up being like a family. We know the cultures from all of the take care of each other but also students in the program. It’s a fun push each other to stay on track. and nice environment for studying Orlando is used to international SHANNON TATUM - DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS and everyday life. I feel like I’m at visitors and everyone is very [email protected] home. I feel like it’s a family — welcoming and respectful. The Shannon Tatum is the Director of Admissions and joined the Global UCF team in March 2015. not a program.” UCF campus is gorgeous! It may Prior to joining the team, she served as Associate Campus Director at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical feel huge and overwhelming at University since 2002. She holds a B.S. in management from The Florida State University and a first, but then it becomes familiar M.S. in management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. She is a native Floridian and her favorite pastime is biking the Florida trails! and just feels like home.”
4 GLOBAL UCF • 5 GLOBAL UCF PROGRAMS
EXPERIENCE UCF
Global UCF’s programs offer a unique first-year experience for international students COURSE SPOTLIGHT SMALL CLASS SIZES attending the University of Central Florida. For international students, the move from You’re given greater individual attention and tailored College Strategies high school in your home country to a university in the United States can be challenging — support with our small class sizes. a new language, new ways of learning and a new home. Global UCF sets the framework for for Success AMERICAN CULTURAL EXPERIENCES successful integration to American culture and university life, as well as the needed academic The College Strategies for Success course gives you Depending on your specific program, you will support you need to thrive in an academically challenging environment. After completing the the social, professional and academic skills to succeed take either one or three semesters of College programs, you will progress to year two of your degree program at UCF. beyond your first year. Best of all, it includes many cultural Strategies for Success. experiences that connect you with your fellow students and This signature class has a skills-based your community. These experiences might include: curriculum and experiential approach critical Learn with the Best • Cheering on the UCF Knights at a basketball to your personal and professional growth. or football game – learning the chants, cheers This course will help ensure your success at GLOBAL UCF OFFERS TWO 24/7 DESIGNATED SUPPORT and traditions. Go Knights! Charge on! UCF and beyond. DISTINCT PROGRAMS: As a Global UCF student, you will benefit from round- • Exploring all that Orlando and Central Florida has • Foundations of American university life: • Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) - 2 semesters the-clock support for help with all matters, large or small. to offer: downtown shopping and dining, beautiful develop skills to propel you into the UCF • Global Achievement Academy (GAA) - 3 semesters DEDICATED SUPPORT SERVICES TEAM beaches, and of course the theme parks and attractions. community and exceed your academic Students will receive support on all issues, academic The program that’s right for you will depend on your • Participate and give back to the local and global expectations. and personal, as well as help with important details such academic background, level of English-language proficiency community through a variety of volunteering events as airport pickup, opening a bank account and mobile • Bridging success in the university and and personal preferences. No matter which program you such as Knights Give Back and the Alternative phone registration. professional life: identify, develop and apply choose, both offer the following benefits: Break Program. your individual strengths through hands-on Your support team will include: FLEXIBILITY CAREER ACCELERATOR PROGRAM (CAP) learning activities. With the U.S. academic system you can explore • Student Services Through the CAP program, you’ll enhance your • Learning and succeeding in the American what interests you, change majors, customize your • Regular tutoring sessions attractiveness to employers, gain skills to advance your university and beyond: share your experiences, educational experience and pursue your dreams. academic performance and access opportunities for • Peer Mentors document your growth and articulate your real-world work placement, either during your degree or • Academic Advisors personal, academic and professional goals. upon graduation.
6 GLOBAL UCF • 7 AAP ACADEMIC ACCELERATOR PROGRAM Be Empowered
The Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) is a two-semester program designed specifically for students who are ready to succeed in English-speaking classrooms, but who also want the benefit of English-language and student support that will help them thrive. The program curriculum offers a balance of Global UCF specific classes, General Education Program-required classes, and classes in your major, with English-language course supplements that equip students with the practical, subject-specific vocabulary and skills they need to excel in their course work. Students may enter the program in the spring, summer or fall. Upon completion of the program, students progress into year two of their undergraduate education.
• Just the right amount of support when you need it. LEARNING TRACK ELECTIVE AREAS The Academic Accelerator Program features a Depending on your choice of major, your advisor will curriculum designed to fit your academic and English- tailor your academic plan to include classes in one of the language needs. following tracks: • Credit-bearing , so you can earn a full freshman year’s • Humanities and Social Sciences worth of credits while taking courses tailored to your • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics needs as an international student, helping you achieve (STEM) your academic and career goals. • Business and Hospitality Management • English-language instruction designed around your social and academic needs. • Integrated with open and closed courses, so you’ll be in some classes with U.S. students and others with your Global UCF classmates.
Sample AAP Curriculum*
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
SLS 1501 College Strategies for Success ENC 1101 English Composition I EAP2 English for Academic Purposes II Class in the major (recommended by the advisor SPC 1603C Oral Communications based on the major) Class in the major (recommended by the advisor Social foundations class based on the major) (recommended by the advisor based on the major) Cultural foundations class Take one class from the list below according to major (recommended by the advisor based on the major) and math placement test scores: MGF 1107 Explorations of Math Take one class from the list below according to major and math placement test scores: MAT 1033C Intermediate Algebra MAC 1105C College Algebra CGS 2100C Computer Fundamentals for Business MAC 1140C Pre-calculus MAC 1105C College Algebra MAC 1114C Trigonometry MAC 1140C Pre-calculus MAC 2311 Calculus I MAC 1114C Trigonometry MAC 2311 Calculus I MAC 2312 Calculus II
*Sample curriculum for reference only. 8 GLOBAL UCF • 9 GAA GLOBAL ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY Prepare for Success
The Global Achievement Academy (GAA) is a three-semester program for students seeking an immersive English-learning experience, while completing the first year of their undergraduate degree. The program gives students a firsthand practical and cultural understanding of the UCF campus and the Central Florida area area through its customized curriculum. Students may enter the program in the spring, summer or fall. Upon completion of the program, students progress into year two of their undergraduate education.
• A tailored educational experience with a curriculum LEARNING TRACK ELECTIVE AREAS bridging language, culture and academics. Depending on your choice of major, you will follow • Achieve academic success with extensive English- an elective curriculum tailored to one of the following language instruction, tutoring, academic advising and three tracks: student support. • Humanities and Social Sciences • Benefit from personalized English-language • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics support that’s fully contextual. (STEM) • Business, Finance and Economics
Sample GAA Curriculum*
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 3
SLS 1501 College Strategies for Success: SLS 1501 College Strategies for Success: SLS 1501 College Strategies for Success: Study Skills Career Development Academic Planning SLS 1282 Foundation of American University EAP2 English for Academic Purposes II LDR 2002 Intermediate Foundations of Life LDR 2001 Foundations of Leadership Leadership EAP1 English for Academic Purposes I SPC 1603C Oral Communications ENC 1101 English Composition I AMH 1070 Florida People and Places Class in the major (recommended by the GAA Take one class from the list below. Options are advisor based on the major) Take one class from the list below, according to limited according to major and placement test: major and math placement test scores: POS 2041 American National Government Take one class from the list below. Options are MGF 1107 Explorations of Math CHM 2040 Chemistry Ia limited according to major and placement test: MAT 1033C Intermediate Algebra CHM 2045C Chemistry I Cultural foundation class (recommended by the MAC 1105C College Algebra GAA advisor based on the major) MAC 1140C Pre-Calculus Take one class from the list below, according to CHM 2041 Chemistry Ib MAC 1114C Trigonometry major and math placement test scores: CHM 2045C Chemistry I Calculus I Chemistry II MAC 2311 STA 1063C Basic Statistics CHM 2046 CGS 2100C Computer Fundamentals for Business Take one class from the list below, according to MAC 1105C College Algebra major and math placement test scores: MAC 1140C Pre-Calculus ANT 2511 Human Species MAC 1114C Trigonometry MAC 1140C Pre-Calculus MAC 2311 Calculus I MAC 1114C Trigonometry MAC 2312 Calculus II MAC 2311 Calculus I MAC 2312 Calculus II PHY 2048C Physics for Engineers and Scientists
*Sample curriculum for reference only.
10 GLOBAL UCF • 11 CAREER ACCELERATOR PROGRAM JOIN OUR ALUMNI
Develop your competitive edge. The Global UCF Career Accelerator Program (CAP) is specially designed for A degree from UCF is the beginning of a successful career and life. You will be ready to international students. Global UCF students are eligible to participate in focused career development activities launch a career as an astronaut, a surgeon, a writer, an athlete or whatever you aspire to be. alongside their undergraduate degree work. The program is tailored to the unique experiences of international students. The CAP prepares students for professional success within a dynamic 21st-century global workplace.
Students who successfully meet all CAP requirements will develop their professional presence and will receive guaranteed internship placement assistance.
Networking & CAP Orientation Career Research Community Building Cover Letters
DAVID BETTNER TIFFANEY MILLER ALEXANDER CHRIS IANNELLO CAREER CAREER DEVELOPMENT PURSUIT & Co-creator of Words With Friends NASA deputy chief engineer & ESSENTIALS EXPLORATION One of three women from the “UCF provided the challenge and Kennedy Space Center featured Currently creating the next INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT laid the foundation I needed to on the Women at NASA website. generation of NASA launch ASSISTANCE become a lifelong learner, which vehicles bound for the moon “Ever since sixth grade, I knew I I feel is one of the most valuable and Mars. wanted to be an electrical engineer. gifts anyone can receive.” My hope is that our younger “UCF is among the best universities generation is inspired to pursue a in the country for aerospace, Professionalism & Teamwork Professional Résumé Writing Mock Interviews career in science or math.” providing the opportunity for Portfolio hands-on training.”
MICHELLE AKERS ERICKA DUNLAP R. GLENN HUBBARD EDUARDO SANCHEZ FIFA’s Woman Player of Miss America 2004 Dean, Columbia University Screenwriter and Director, WHAT KINDS OF INTERNSHIPS? the Century, Hall of Fame: Graduate School of Business “The Blair Witch Project” Class of 1998 ALAN EUSTACE Our goal is to provide eligible students with a variety of professional opportunities, of varying types and lengths Former Senior Vice President SHAWN JEFFERSON MARQUETTE SMITH JOHN C. BERSIA of Knowledge, Google Former NFL Player: 1988-90 Former NFL Player: 1994-95 that best suit their needs and interests. When you become eligible for internship placement assistance, you will Pulitzer Prize-Winning Hall of Fame: Class of 2002 Hall of Fame: Class of 2005 Writer, Orlando Sentinel TYLER M. FISHER work with a personal career coach to define a detailed placement plan and to access select internship opportunities. UCF’s First Rhodes Scholar GEORGE KALOGRIDIS NICOLE STOTT LEE CONSTANTINE President, Walt Disney NASA Astronaut Former Florida State Senator; ANGELO GARCIA World Resort Seminole County Commission, Singer and Songwriter, DANIEL TOSH District 3 1980s Pop Band Menudo MIKE MAROTH Stand-up Comedian Former Major League and television host, TOBY CRABEL JOHN HART Baseball Player “Tosh.0” World-Renowned Fund Former Major League Baseball Manager General Manager, Cleveland WILLIAM W. PARSONS JR. ALLEN WEISS Indians and Texas Rangers Former Director, NASA’s Former President DAUNTE CULPEPPER John C. Stennis Space Center of Worldwide Operations, Former NFL Player: 1995-98 CHERYL HINES Walt Disney Parks Hall of Fame: Class of 2002 Actress, HBO’s “Curb Your TARI PHILLIPS and Resorts Enthusiasm” Former NBA Player: 1990-91 PHIL DALHAUSSER Hall of Fame: Class of 2003 Olympic Gold Medalist GREGG HUBBARD (Volleyball) Singer and Songwriter, ANGEL RUIZ Country Music Band Head of Region, ROBERT DAMRON Sawyer Brown Ericsson North America Golf: 1991–94 Hall of Fame: Class of 2002
12 GLOBAL UCF • 13 HOUSING & MEALS WAYS TO ENTER
Global UCF students live at The Towers apartments in Knight’s Plaza during their first year. The Towers are close to everything — the CFE Arena and Bright House Networks Stadium are only a short walk away. UCF offers four ways for you to enter your first year. Your English-language and academic levels You can easily watch the Knights in action, attend concerts or find a best-seller at the Barnes & Noble will determine which entry path is the best for you. bookstore. Hungry? There are lots of places to eat in the Knights Plaza, from popular eateries like ACADEMIC GLOBAL GAA PREP Jimmy John’s to campus exclusives such as Knightro’s. STANDARD ACCELERATOR ACHIEVEMENT PRE-SESSIONAL APPLICATION PROGRAM ACADEMY ENGLISH
1 to 4 semesters FIRST-YEAR PROGRAM LENGTH Varies 2 semesters 3 semesters Duration based on English- language proficiency
PROGRAM CURRICULUM Flexible Pre-set Pre-set Pre-set
2.5 GPA, 80% 2.5 GPA, 80% attendance, TOEFL®/ attendance, TOEFL®/ Completion of ELI 2.0 GPA (general IELTS™ and/or SAT/ACT IELTS™ and/or SAT/ACT level 3 or higher with a PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS minimum grade of B THE PROGRAM freshman good (no minimum score (no minimum score TO YEAR TWO OF DEGREE standing) required), if not taken required), if not taken Progression into Global prior to Global UCF prior to Global UCF Achievement Academy admission admission
REQUIRED ENGLISH- No Yes Yes Yes LANGUAGE COURSEWORK
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL No Yes Yes Not applicable TOWERS AT KNIGHTS PLAZA DINING AT UCF ACADEMIC COURSEWORK
FEATURES 24/7 CONCIERGE + DEDICATED No Yes Yes Yes The Towers apartments feature single Linen pack: Meal plans are provided by UCF Dining CAMPUS SUPPORT TEAM bedrooms with full-size beds and (Provided in your on-campus room) Services, and convenient dining locations shared kitchens with dishwashers. • 2 full-size flat sheets are available throughout campus, making GPA REQUIREMENT Varies 2.5 2.5 2.5 • 2 full-size fitted sheets Your apartment layout has four private dining easy and convenient. Knightro’s TOEFL iBT® 80+ TOEFL iBT® 68-79 TOEFL iBT® 60-79 TOEFL iBT® <60 IELTS™/TOEFL® REQUIREMENT bedrooms and two shared bathrooms. • 4 standard pillow cases and ’63 South offer a variety of delicious IELTS™ 6.5+ IELTS™ 5.5-6.0** IELTS™ 5.0-6.0** IELTS™ <5.0
Each apartment is same-sex, but each • 1 extra-fluffy pillow selections daily. Thanks to free Wi-Fi, OTHER STANDARDIZED SAT/ACT with Writing None None None floor is mixed-gender. • 1 full-size reversible comforter high definition flat-screen televisions TESTS REQUIRED • 1 full-size quilted mattress pad and comfortable seating, you can eat, ADDITIONAL ADMISSIONS Yes No No No Room type: Apartment with private REQUIREMENTS (ESSAYS, ETC.)
• 2 all-cotton bath towels lounge and socialize in style. ADMISSIONS bedrooms APPLICATION • 2 matching cotton hand towels Varies 5 days or less 5 days or less 5 days or less TURNAROUND TIME Furnishings: Desk, desk chair, dresser • 2 matching cotton washcloths In addition to the student meal plan, and full-size bed UCF offers a number of international 4 months prior to 5 weeks prior to 5 weeks prior to 5 weeks prior to • 1 shower curtain APPLICATION DEADLINE program start program start program start program start Utilities included: Air conditioning, • 1 bath mat dining options on campus including heat, electricity, water, cable television East Asian, Mediterranean and Please refer to globalucf.com for the most up-to-date information and dates. Mexican cuisine. **At this time, students applying to Global UCF’s GAA and AAP programs cannot exceed a maximum English language proficiency test score and high-speed wireless Internet equivalent to TOEFL iBT® 79 | IELTS™ 6.0 If you need to stock up on the basics or want to cook a meal with friends, several
grocery stores and international markets Program Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 4+ are on or near campus, including Publix, Standard Application Asian Market at UCF and Adam Halal GPA Varies TOEFL iBT® 80+ | IELTS™ 6.5+ UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE Meats & Grocery. SAT/ACT with Writing BEDROOM D Depending BEDROOM A 11 X 138 11 X 138 Academic Accelerator on a student’s LIVING ROOM Program 11 X 174 ACADEMIC choice of ACCELERATOR GPA 2.5 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE major, their TOEFL iBT® 68-79 PROGRAM undergraduate BEDROOM B BEDROOM D IELTS™ 5.5-6.0 10 X 123 10 X 128 degree may BEDROOM B Global Achievement take longer 11 X 174 BEDROOM C BEDROOM C Academy GLOBAL ACHIEVEMENT than 4 years. 11 X 174 10 X 123 GPA 2.5 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE LIVING ROOM ACADEMY 12 X 188 TOEFL iBT® 60-79 IELTS™ 5.0-6.0 BEDROOM A 10 X 128 GAA Prep Pre-Sessional English GAA PREP GLOBAL ACHIEVEMENT (length UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE GPA 2.5 varies) ACADEMY TOEFL iBT® <60 | IELTS™ <5.0
*Accommodation, dining prices and specifications are subject to change. Consultglobalucf.com for the most up-to-date information and pricing.
14 GLOBAL UCF • 15 TUITION & FEES* APPLY ACADEMIC ACCELERATOR GLOBAL ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM ACADEMY (2 Semesters) (3 Semesters) Tuition & Fees...... $21,225 Tuition & Fees...... $23,900 Housing (2 semesters) Housing (3 semesters)...... $9,600 Entering Fall 2016...... $9,055 1 2 3 Entering Spring 2017...... $5,817 Meal Plan (3 semesters)...... $6,000 > > Meal Plan (2 semesters)...... $4,000 Health Insurance (12 months)...... $2,000 Health Insurance (12 months)...... $2,000 Download an application form from Your official academic transcripts Email scanned copies of your globalucf.com and complete your must be viewed by a Global UCF certified academic transcripts and (entering Fall 2016)...... TOTAL USD $36,280 TOTAL USD $41,500 application electronically. Email it to recruiter, regional office or public proof of English language ability to TOTAL USD (entering Spring 2017)...... $33,042 [email protected]. notary and certified with a stamp on [email protected]. OR your application. In need of additional English courses in order to meet the English-language requirements for the Global Your original academic transcripts Achievement Academy? Enroll in GAA Prep, our pre-sessional English-language program. Estimated tuition Complete the application at the must be submitted in person when and fees per semester $6,800. Once students successfully meet the requirements of the Prep program, back of this brochure. Scan and email you arrive on campus. You cannot they will progress into and pay in full the tuition and fees for the Global Achievement Academy. it to [email protected] or mail it to: enroll until originals have been reviewed and confirmed by a Global Global UCF UCF staff member. P.O. Box 66002 Orlando, FL 32816 IMPORTANT DATES United States of America
Academic Accelerator Global Achievement Standard Application GAA Prep† SUMMER 2016 Program (AAP) Academy (GAA)
APPLICATION January 1, 2016 NA April 8, 2016 April 8, 2016 DEADLINE** 4 5 6 MOVE-IN DATE May 15, 2016 NA May 9, 2016 May 9, 2016 > > PROGRAM START DATE May 16, 2016 NA May 10, 2016 May 10, 2016 The Global UCF admissions team To formally accept your offer, Once you have satisfied all academic will review your application and, you must satisfy all outstanding and immigration requirements,
Academic Accelerator Global Achievement if qualified, you will receive a conditions and submit the deposit as the UCF International Services FALL 2016 Standard Application GAA Prep† Program (AAP) Academy (GAA) conditional offer specifying any outlined on your offer letter. Center will send you your I-20 APPLICATION March 1, 2016 July 15, 2016 July 15, 2016 July 15, 2016 outstanding documents or documentation to apply for your DEADLINE** credentials that need to be submitted Deposits are refundable in the F-1 visa with the U.S. Embassy in MOVE-IN DATE August 19, 2016 August 15, 2016 August 15, 2016 August 15, 2016 to complete the application. case of visa denial with written your home country. notification prior to the program PROGRAM START DATE August 22, 2016 August 16, 2016 August 16, 2016 August 16, 2016 U.S. immigration law requires all move-in date. For standard entry to undergraduate students to provide a Certification and graduate programs at the
Academic Accelerator Global Achievement of Finances and accompanying university, see ucf.edu. SPRING 2017 Standard Application GAA Prep† Program (AAP) Academy (GAA) documentation from your bank. APPLICATION September 1, 2016 December 1, 2016 December 1, 2016 December 1, 2016 DEADLINE** You will find this form in your conditional offer pack. MOVE-IN DATE January 7, 2017 January 3, 2017 January 3, 2017 January 3, 2017
PROGRAM START DATE January 9, 2017 January 4, 2017 January 4, 2017 January 4, 2017 HELP AND GUIDANCE *Tuition, dates and deadlines are estimated and subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.globalucf.com. **This is the deadline to submit all documents stated on your offer letter and is required for both academic acceptance and I-20 issuance. We have regional teams located across the world who are ready All necessary items must be received by admissions on or before this deadline or the student will be unable to enroll for the intended semester and will be encouraged to defer enrollment to the following semester. to assist you with your Global UCF application and give you †GAA Prep students may need to take 1-4 semesters of pre-sessional English-language classes, depending on English proficiency level upon arrival. advice and guidance throughout the admissions process. ‡Housing, Health Insurance and Meal Plan costs are due for the full program commitment by the Global UCF payment deadline. Contact [email protected], and we will direct your query to our team in your region.
16 GLOBAL UCF • 17 GLOBAL UCF Agent Stamp Here UNIVERSITY of CENTRAL FLORIDA APPLICATION Personal Details Select Your Route to UCF Name must appear exactly as shown in applicant’s passport. Global UCF: Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) - 2 semesters Title: Gender: Global UCF: Global Achievement Academy (GAA) - 3 semesters Family name: Global UCF: GAA Prep (Pre-sessional English) Given names: Preferred name: Intended Major Date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY): Write in Major: Country of birth: Country of citizenship: Intended Start Date City of birth: Indicate year and semester you wish to start:
Passport number: Year: Aug. (Fall) Jan. (Spring) May (Summer) Passport date of expiry: Education Details Contact Details English proficiency Permanent non-U.S. home address (mandatory): IELTS Band (total) score: Address 1: Date taken or scheduled (DD/MM/YYYY): City: IELTS section scores: Region: TOEFL total score: State: Date taken or scheduled (DD/MM/YYYY): Province: TOEFL subtest scores: Postal code: Other: Years of English study: Country: Native language: Applicant’s mailing address in the USA (if applicable): Form I-20 Do you have a Form I-20 from another institution in the United States? City: State: Postal code: Yes No Expired Mobile telephone: If ‘Yes’ or ‘Expired’, please provide a copy with your application materials. Home telephone: Applicant’s email (mandatory): Education history (post-secondary and further education) Name of secondary school attended: Recruiter or agent name (if applicable): Recruiter’s email: City of secondary school: Recruiter’s address: Country of secondary school: Address 1: From (DD/MM/YYYY): To (DD/MM/YYYY): City: Anticipated date of secondary school graduation: Region: Have you attended additional secondary schools? Yes No State: Language of instruction: Province:
Postal code: Name of post-secondary institution attended: Country:
Emergency Contact City of post-secondary institution: Country of post-secondary institution: Name: Relationship: From (DD/MM/YYYY): To (DD/MM/YYYY): Address: Anticipated date of graduation/transfer: Home telephone: Language of instruction: Mobile telephone: Have you attended additional post-secondary schools? Yes No Email: If yes, please attach transcripts to application.
18 GLOBAL UCF • 19 Advanced tests (if applicable) Personal Statement SAT scores: SAT date (DD/MM/YYYY): 1. Have you ever been subject to disciplinary action or do you currently have a disciplinary charge pending by any educational institution for academic CR score: Math score: misconduct, such as cheating? (You do not need to disclose any academic ACT scores: ACT date (DD/MM/YYYY): dismissal, suspension or probation that was due to poor grades.) Yes No Composite: Math: English: 2. Have you ever been subject to disciplinary action or do you currently have Other test: Other test date (DD/MM/YYYY): a disciplinary charge pending by any educational institution for behavior misconduct, such as fighting? Transfer Information Yes No 3. Have you ever been convicted of or charged with a criminal offense or are Required if transferring from another educational institution in United States you currently the subject of any criminal proceeding? School transferring: Yes No If you answered ‘yes’ to any of the above questions, please submit a separate sheet that gives the circumstances and approximate date of City/State: each incident. From (DD/MM/YYYY) To (DD/MM/YYYY): Declaration Degree earned: I declare that the information I have supplied on this form is complete and SEVIS #: correct. I understand that giving false or incomplete information may lead to the refusal of my application or cancellation of enrollment and/or loss Additional university credits/programs: of visa status. International Baccalaureate (IB) I have read, understood and accept the published terms and conditions and Advanced Placement (AP) course information provided and/or available on UCF’s and Global UCF’s website, and I have sufficient information about UCF and Global UCF to make Cambridge Program (AICE) an informed enrollment decision. The most recent terms and conditions and updated course information may be found at ucf.edu and globalucf.com. Dependents I understand that if I have a minimum score of TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.5, Do you have dependents you would like to add to your I-20? I can apply for direct entry into a degree program at UCF, rather than to Global UCF. If I apply directly to UCF, I understand that my admission is Yes No not guaranteed and that I must meet UCF’s degree program admission Airport Reception requirements and deadlines, as set by UCF’s Office of Undergraduate Admissions. I understand that these requirements are listed at Do you require airport pickup? After you book your travel, please visit http://admissions.ucf.edu/apply/international and that they may change globalucf.com/flight and enter your arrival details and flight information. from time to time. Yes No I give UCF and the Global UCF permission to obtain official records from any educational institution attended by me. I give UCF permission to provide Medical Insurance Requirement Global UCF with any information pertaining to my application of study, my ongoing academic progress and my results and attendance for the (This section must be completed.) purposes of evaluating my admissibility and progression status. I understand Global UCF will provide a mandatory 12 months of medical coverage upon my arrival in the United States, at a cost of I grant UCF and Global UCF permission to provide my parent(s), guardian(s), sponsor(s) and recruiter when requested, with any information pertaining to $2,000 USD. At the end of 12 months I will be required to extend the initial my application to study, ongoing academic progress, results and attendance. coverage. This fee changes annually and is correct at the time of printing. I understand that after I commence my studies with Global UCF, I will need Sponsored Students to successfully complete the program and meet the minimum required progression standards before I can continue my studies at UCF. Please indicate if any part of your education will sponsored: I understand that tuition and fees may change without notice. I accept Type of sponsorship (for example: tuition, fees, living expenses, other): responsibility for payment of all relevant tuition and fees, and I agree to abide by Global UCF refund policy, as outlined in the terms and conditions.
Name of sponsoring organization: I understand that living expenses in the United States may be higher than in my own country and I confirm that I have the financial ability to meet these costs. Other Information How did you first learn about Global UCF? Applicant’s Signature Exhibition or seminar Newspaper or magazine Recommendation from friend or colleague Date (D/M/Y): Recommendation from recruiter Parent or Guardian Signature (if applicant is under 18) Internet search or advertisement Additional Application Materials Required Copy of passport Date (D/M/Y): Copy of academic transcript Postal Address for Applications Copy of official English assessment score report Global UCF Copy of bank statements P.O. Box 66002 Orlando, FL 32816 SAT or ACT (plus Writing) test score report (standard entry only) United States of America Please note: Accepted students must bring original copies of all materials when arriving on campus.
OFFICE USE ONLY Application received: Application number:
20 GLOBAL UCF • 21 GLOBAL UCF ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS BY COUNTRY
Standard application admissions may also require a professional recommendation, essays and an admissions interview. For the most up-to-date information on program offerings and admissions criteria, visit globalucf.com. For more information, see ucf.edu/admissions.
Certificado de Habilitações Literárias with an average Five college preparatory subjects passed with a grade SPM Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (Matriculation Certificate or Sri Lanka Collegiate GCE A Levels with C grade in three ANGOLA GCSE/IGCSE MALAYSIA subject score of 12. of D or higher. Certificate of Education) with C6 or higher. SRI LANKA subjects or 55% and above and Senior Secondary School GCE O Levels with five passes C grade or 55%. ARGENTINA Bachiller with a 6.5 or higher on a 10 pt. scale. West African School Certificate or Senior Secondary MAURITIUS See GCSE criteria. GHANA School Certificate Examination with a minimum score Avgångsbetyg/Slutbetyg fran Gymnasieskola (Certificate Year 12 certificates with an average of C+ or 65% or of C6 in five subjects. Certificado de Bachillerato (Baccalaureate Certificate) MEXICO SWEDEN from Upper Secondary School) with ‘G’ grade (Godkand) AUSTRALIA higher, grades and certificates vary by state and with a 7.0 average or higher. in five academic subjects. territory. HKDSE—Level 3 or higher in Liberal Studies; If applicable, HONG KONG O and A level in at least five academic subjects; Level 2 School Leaving Certificate (Gerchilgee) after 12 years MONGOLIA Tawjahiya Secondary School Certificate with a 55% or higher in Math and two or three additional electives. with e.5 (79%) (C+) average or higher. Senior High School Diploma or certificate of graduation BAHRAIN TAIWAN average or higher. 65% or higher. Years 10 and 12 exams with a 50% average and Year 11 Basic Education Standard Exam Diploma A (Academic) INDIA MYANMAR Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a 40–55% progress report. with a 3 or 49% average or higher. Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) with minimum BANGLADESH TANZANIA average. E/5 average or higher. Surat Tanda Tanat Belajar (STTB) or Sekolah Menengah Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with 45% (second NEPAL Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education INDONESIA Unum Tingkat Atas (SMA) GPA of 6 or higher in five division) or higher. Mathayom VI (Secondary) Certificate/M6 with a 65% BOTSWANA THAILAND with a 2nd Class, 2nd Division or C average. academic subjects. average or higher. West African School Certificate or Nigerian Exam Certificado de Conclusão de ensino médio with an Completion with an overall 24 or higher or IB Score NIGERIA Council exam (NECO) with a minimum score of C6 in Lise Diplomasi (Secondary School [Lyceum] Diploma) BRAZIL INTERNATIONAL TURKEY average of 6/10. BACCALAUREATE 4.0 or higher in each subject. five subjects. with a 3.5 (orta) or 65% average or higher.
Brunei-Cambridge Certificate of Education Ordinary Peesh-daneshgahii Diplome (High School Diploma) Thanawiya Amma (General Secondary School Certificate) Tawjihiyya (General Secondary Education Certificate) BRUNEI IRAN OMAN UAE Level with a C+ average. with 13 average or higher. with 70% average or better. with a 70% average or higher.
CAMBODIA Baccalauréat with D grade or 70% or higher. Teudat Bagrut (Matriculation Certificate) with 65% Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with 45% (2nd Class) Uganda Certificate of Education with a C (7) average ISRAEL PAKISTAN average or better. average or above. or higher or General Certificate of Education Level UGANDA Grade averages will be assessed according to provincial (O Level) Examination Certificate with five academic CANADA variations and admission requirements for your UCF Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shosho (Upper Secondary School PANAMA Diploma de Bachiller with a 3.5 or 75% or better. subjects passed. JAPAN program of study. Leaving Certificate) with a 3.5 or C+ average. Bachillerato Academic or Certificado de Educacion Attestat Certificate of Complete General Secondary PERU CHILE Licencia de Educacion Media, with an average of 4.75/7. Tawjihi-Academic (General Secondary Education Secundaria Comun Completa with 12/20. UKRAINE Education or Matriculation Certificate with a Grade 6 JORDAN Certificate) with 65% average or higher. or higher. A minimum grade average of 70% and earned an Upper PHILIPPINES High School Diploma with 84% (Grade C+) or higher. CHINA Middle School Graduation Certificate (Gao San*). KAZAKHSTAN Attestat with C+ or 74% or higher average. UNITED KINGDOM See GCSE criteria. Al-Thanawiya Aama Qatari (General Secondary School QATAR Bachiller or Bachillerato ot Titulo de Bechiller Academico Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with Certificate) with 69% average or higher. Baccalaureat II (Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong COLOMBIA KENYA VIETNAM 7/10 or 3.5/5. a C+ or 7 average or higher. or Bang Tot Nghiep Bo Tuch Van Hoa) with 6.25/10. Attestat o srednem (polnom) obschem obrazovanii ECUADOR Bachillerato or Titulo de Bachiller with 7/10 or 14/20. RUSSIA (Certificate of [Complete] General Secondary Education) KOREA, REPUBLIC Inmungye Kodung Hakkyo (High School Certificate) WEST AFRICAN Completion with a 6 or better in a minimum of five with a 3.5 GPA. SCHOOL OF (South Korea) with an average weighted rank between 1 and 5. subjects. Thanaweya Amma or General Secondary Education CERTIFICATE EGYPT Certificate with a 64% or pass. Shahadat Al-Thanawiya-Al-A’ama (Secondary School Shahadat Al-Marhat Al-Thanawiyyat (General Education KUWAIT Diploma) with a 75% average in academic courses. SAUDI ARABIA Secondary Certificate) with a 75% or higher in the Natural Zambian School Certificate Examination and GCE–O Level Fiji School Leaving Certificate or Form 7 Certificate with Sciences track. ZAMBIA with five academic subjects passed with grade of C or 6 FIJI a 6 average or higher. LAOS Baccalaureat II with a score of 13.9 or higher. or higher. SINGAPORE See GCSE criteria. FRANCE Baccalauréat Général with an overall score of 11 or higher. MACAU See China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. See General Certificate of Education—Ordinary Level Senior Certificate with Matriculation Endorsement ZIMBABWE with five academic subjects pass with grade of C or 6 SOUTH AFRICA with D average or matriculation endorsement with or higher. 55% or higher.
22 GLOBAL UCF • 23 PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS BY DEGREE
GPA Required Classes to Complete Major Additional Entry Requirements Global UCF progression requirements: Overall 2.5 GPA, 80% attendance to classes, Required Before Admission to the Major ACG 20221, ACG 2071, CGS 2100, ECO 2013, academic support sessions and signature student experiences required in the program. Finance 2.5 ECO 2023, ECO 3211, MAR 3023, FIN 3403, MAN 3025, ACG 3173 ACG 20221, ACG 2071, CGS 2100, ECO 2013, Integrated Business 2.5 ECO 2023, ECO 3211, MAR 3023, FIN 3403, Restricted Access: These majors have additional admission requirements. There is no limit to the number of students who can be enrolled. Students meeting the MAN 3025, ACG 3173 requirements normally will be admitted. ACG 20221, ACG 2071, CGS 2100, ECO 2013, KEY Management 2.5 ECO 2023, ECO 3211, MAR 3023, FIN 3403, Limited Access: These majors guarantee admission to a limited number of students who meet the additional admission requirements. MAN 3025, ACG 3173 ACG 20221, ACG 2071, CGS 2100, ECO 2013, Marketing 2.5 ECO 2023, ECO 3211, MAR 3023, FIN 3403, MAN 3025, ACG 3173 ACG 20221, ACG 2071, CGS 2100, ECO 2013, Real Estate 2.5 ECO 2023, ECO 3211, MAR 3023, FIN 3403, GPA Required Classes to Complete Major Additional Entry Requirements MAN 3025, ACG 3173 Required Before Admission to the Major COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, ART 2300C, ART 2201C; ART 2301C, ARH 2050, ARH 2051, 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, Art Education 2.5 COLLEGE OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES pass the General Knowledge Test. Students must satisfactorily complete the mandatory portfolio review or portfolio application course, depending on track, before enrolling in Art: Emerging Media Track 3 any restricted electives. Early Childhood Development and Education Track 1 PK-3 2.75 EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, pass the General Knowledge Test.
Art: History Track 2.5 Early Childhood Development and Education Track 2 Early Childhood 2.75 EDF 2085, DEP 2004C Development Art: Studio Art Track 3.0 Students must satisfactorily complete the mandatory portfolio review before enrolling in any upper division ART courses. English Language Arts Education 2.5 EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, LIT 2110, 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, pass the General Knowledge Test.
Art: Studio Track 2.5 Students must satisfactorily complete the mandatory portfolio review before enrolling in any upper division ART courses. Elementary Education 2.5 EDF 2005, EDF 2085,EME 2040 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, pass the General Knowledge Test.
Art: Visual Arts and Emerging Media Management 2.5 EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, MAC 2311, MAC 2312, MAC 2313, 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, pass the General Mathematics Education 2.5 Knowledge Test. Digital Media 2.5 EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, BSC 2010C, BSC 2011C MAC 2311C, CHM 2045C, CHM 2046, CHM 2046 L , 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Science Education—Biology 2.5 Language requirement, pass the General Knowledge Test. English Creative Writing 2.5 EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, CHM 2045C, CHM 2046, CHM 2046 L, PHY 2053, 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, pass the Science Education—Chemistry 2.5 General Knowledge Test. English Literature 2.5 EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, MAC 2311, MAC 2312, MAC 2313, PHY 2048C, PHY 2049C, CHM 2045C, CHM 2046, CHM 2046L, 6 Hours of international or diversity Science Education—Physics 2.5 focus or Foreign Language requirement, pass the General Knowledge Test. English Technical Communication 2.5 EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, AMH 2010, AMH 2020, POS 2041, PYS 2012 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, pass Social Science Education 2.5 the General Knowledge Test. Film 2.5 Required fall term entrance. Portfolio required. Apply by December. Sport and Exercise Science 2.5 BSC 2010
Film-Cinema Studies 2.5 Technical Education and Industry Training 2.5
French 2.5 Placement test. EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, FRE 2201, FRE 3300, FRE 3420, FRW3100, 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, World Languages Education—French 2.5 pass the General Knowledge Test. History 2.5 EDF 2005, EDF 2085, EME 2040, FRE 2201, SPN 3300, SPN 3420, SPW 3100, 6 Hours of international or diversity focus or Foreign Language requirement, World Languages Education—Spanish 2.5 pass the General Knowledge Test. Humanities and Cultural Studies 2.5 COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
Latin American Studies 2.5 Aerospace Engineering 2.5 CHM2045C or CHS1440 Grade of “C” or better in MAC 2311C, MAC 2312, PHY 2048C, and CHM 2045C or CHS 1440.
Music 2.5 Complete audition and keyboard placement examination (encouraged video audition). Civil Engineering 2.5 CHS1140, or CHM2045C & CHM2041 Grade of “C” or better in MAC 2311C, MAC 2312, PHY 2048C, and CHM 2045C or CHS 1440.
Audition, memorization required for pianists and vocalists, accompanists provided for vocalists, candidate must bring audition music, large instruments Computer Engineering 2.5 CHS1140, or CHM2045C & CHM2041 Grade of “C” or better in MAC 2311C, MAC 2312, PHY 2048C, and CHM 2045C or CHS 1440. Music Education 2.5 provided, keyboard placement exam, interview.
Music— Jazz Studies Track 2.5 Complete audition and keyboard placement examination (encouraged video audition). Computer Sciences 2.5 Grade of "C" or better in all courses.
CHS1440 or CHM2045C or CHM2040 Construction Engineering 2.5 Grade of “C” or better in MAC 2311C, MAC 2312, PHY 2048C and CHM 2045C or CHS 1440. Music— Music Composition Track 2.5 Complete audition, keyboard placement examination (encouraged video audition), and a Professional Sequence Entrance Review. & CHM2041 CHS1440 or CHM2045C or CHM2040 Electrical Engineering 2.5 Grade of “C” or better in MAC 2311C, MAC 2312, PHY 2048C and CHM 2045C or CHS 1440. Music— Music Performance Track 2.5 Complete audition, keyboard placement examination (encouraged video audition), and a Professional Sequence Entrance Review. & CHM2041
Philosophy 2.5 Environmental Engineering 2.5 CHM2045C or CHM2040 & CHM2041 Grade of “C” or better in MAC 2311C, MAC 2312, PHY 2048C and CHM 2045C or CHS 1440.
Religion and Cultural Studies 2.5 Industrial Engineering 2.5 CHM2045C or CHS1440 Grade of “C” or better in MAC 2311C, MAC 2312, PHY 2048C and CHM 2045C or CHS 1440.
Spanish 2.5 Placement test. Information Technology 2.5
Theatre - Acting Track 2.5 Review by the college, audition, interview. Requires a fall semester start. Mechanical Engineering 2.5 CHM2045C or CHS1440 Grade of “C” or better in MAC 2311C, MAC 2312, PHY 2048C and CHM 2045C or CHS 1440.
Theatre - Design and Technology Track 2.5 Review by the college, portfolio, interview. Requires a fall semester start. COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS BSC 2010, ZOO 3733, PCB, 3703, HUB 2201, Athletic Training 2.75 Separate application to the program, consent from Program Director; 100 hours of working/volunteering/shadowing licensed certified athletic trainer. Theatre - Musical Theatre Track 2.5 Review by the college, audition, interview, 3 letters of recommendation, résumé. Requires a fall semester start. STA 2023, PSY 2012
Communication Sciences and Disorders 2.5 Criminal Background clean Theatre - Stage Management Track 2.5 Review by the college, portfolio, interview. Requires a fall semester start. B or better in ENC1101 or ENC1102 (or Criminal Justice 3.0 Theatre Studies 2.5 Interview, 3 letters of recommendation, a résumé, and transcripts. writing sample if not met)
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Health Sciences Pre-clinical Track 2.5 ACG 20221, ACG 2071, CGS 2100, ECO 2013, Health Services Administration 2.5 Accounting 2.5 ECO 2023, ECO 3411, MAR 3023, FIN 3403, MAN 3025, ACG 3131 ZOO 3733, PCB 3703C, CGS 2100, ACG Health Informatics and Information Management 2.5 Separate application to the program, completion of the GEP, Foreign Language Requirement, and the Common Program Prerequisite Requirements. 2071, ACG 2021 Economics 2.5 Public Administration 2.5 *Gao Kao is not required for admission to Global UCF.ACG 20221, ACG 2071, CGS 2100, ECO 2013, Economics, Business 2.5 ECO 2023, ECO 3211, MAR 3023, FIN 3403, POS 2041, BSC 1005, PSY 2012, SYG Social Work 2.5 Separate application to the program. MAN 3025, ACG 3173 2000, ECO 2023
24 GLOBAL UCF • 25 GPA Required Classes to Complete Major Additional Entry Requirements GLOBAL UCF TERMS AND CONDITIONS Required Before Admission to the Major
COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Biochemistry 2.5 1. The University of Central Florida’s Global UCF students must b. Prior to orientation, all students must have completed the UCF Conduct by accepting responsibility for your behavior and con- read these terms and conditions carefully prior to submitting an Health Services Immunization Form documenting proof of ducting yourself in a professional manner at all times, treating application. In addition to these terms and conditions, as stu- immunity to measles (rubeola), German measles (rubella) and fellow students and staff with respect, honesty and courtesy. dents at the University of Central Florida (UCF), all Global UCF mumps and either proof of immunization against meningitis Biomedical Sciences 2.5 students are bound by the rules and regulations governing UCF, and hepatitis B, or a signed waiver declining these two vaccines. 19. Refunds: Global UCF will only make refunds in U.S. dollars, as those may be amended from time to time. The most recent Mandatory immunization forms may be obtained through the minus bank transfer and processing fees, and will make such refunds in the manner in which Global UCF was originally UCF rules can be found at goldenrule.sdes.ucf.edu. UCF Health Services website hs.ucf.edu/immunizations.html. Biomedical Sciences Pre-Clinical Track 2.5 Students must have immunization documentation to live on paid and to the account of the party or parties who made such 2. Global UCF reserves the right to amend these terms and campus and prior to class start date. payment(s). All refunds will be made to eligible parties within conditions from time to time (the most recent terms and condi- 45 days of written notice. Biotechnology 2.5 tions can be found at globalUCF.com/terms-and-conditions). c. The Cost of health insurance is nonrefundable. 20. Grievance procedures, appeals or complaints: Students must BSC 2010, STA 2023, Z00 3733, MCB Similarly, UCF reserves the right to amend its terms and condi- Not all services are covered by insurance, and the student Medical Laboratory Sciences 2.5 Application has to be sent during the spring term of the year seeking admission to the program. follow the policy and procedures for filing complaints, 3020, PCB 3703 tions from time to time. At all times, students will be required is responsible for any outstanding balances for non- to comply with the then- current terms and conditions. UCF’s covered services. grievances and appeals in a constructive and timely manner. UCF’s student grievance procedure can be found at COLLEGE OF NURSING current terms and conditions may be found at policies.ucf.edu. 10. Airport transfers: Requests for airport transfer should be made at http://sas.sdes.ucf.edu/docs/grievance_process.pdf. CHM 1031, MCB2004, ZOO 3733, PCB 3. Application: Students may apply to Global UCF’s Programs: least two weeks in advance by visiting GlobalUCF.com/welcome. Nursing 3.0 3733, PSY 2012 or SYG 2000, DEP 2004, Nursing test, receive score higher than predetermined cut off; criminal background check. Academic Accelerator Program (“AAP”), Global Achievement Airport transfers are available for the student’s initial arrival 21. Academic performance: The UCF Academic Regulations Policy HUN 3001 Academy (“GAA”), GAA Prep (a pre-sessional English program) on campus for flights arriving at Orlando International Airport outlines the required standards for academic performance and maintaining good academic standing. This policy can be found ROSEN COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT or for direct admission to UCF. If you decide to apply to any of (MCO). Global UCF cannot guarantee a reservation for a these programs, be sure to use the application that is specific request made less than two weeks in advance. However, staff at catalog.ucf.edu/policies. Entertainment Management 2.5 to the program you select. Each application contains terms will make every attempt to accommodate late requests. In the 22. Photography, Filming and Sound Recording: Global UCF or its and conditions governing the specific program, and students event that a flight is cancelled or delayed, students must call the representatives, affiliates, successors and related companies acknowledge by submitting this application that they agree to emergency telephone number published in the Next Steps Event Management 2.5 may arrange to photograph or shoot video footage of students the terms and conditions of the respective program. Brochure to inform Global UCF’s staff of the new arrival date for purposes of advertising, public relations, and/or promotion and time. Please see Section 25 for the airport transfer cancel- in any medium throughout the world, including on social media Hospitality Management 2.5 4. Students who are conditionally accepted to Global UCF will lation policy. receive a conditional offer letter which outlines additional sites and on the internet. Any student who does not wish to requirements for acceptance and deposit information. Students 11. Cancellation, change, curtailment or withdrawal: Students participate should advise us in writing and state at the time of Restaurant & Foodservice Management 2.5 who are admitted to Global UCF will receive an offer letter who cancel their Global UCF course prior to arrival on UCF’s the photography or video shooting the wish not to participate. along with invoice information with directions on completing campus due to a visa denial may request a full refund of deposit, By accepting these terms and conditions you are indicating COLLEGE OF SCIENCES payment. Students are required to pay the full invoice amount, tuition and fees. Students will only be eligible for a refund if your consent to use these photographs or video footage without including banking and transfer fees. they submit documentation of visa denial with written notifica- further consent or notifications unless you follow the above Anthropology 2.5 tion to Global UCF prior to the course move-in date. After the opt-out requirements. 5. Tuition, fees and accommodation payment: Following payment start of the Global UCF program, students may be eligible for of the deposit, students must pay the remaining outstanding 23. Force majeure: UCF and Global UCF will not be liable in cases Biology 2.5 a partial refund of up to 25% of tuition costs prior to the end where UCF and/ or Global UCF is unable to fulfill any services balance by the following posted payment deadline for the of the fourth week of classes. After attending all or part of the semester in which they enroll: because of fire, natural disaster, national emergency, act of Chemistry 2.5 fifth week of classes in your first semester of the program, there government, acts of war or terrorism, failure of suppliers or Spring 2016: Dec. 7, 2015; will be no refunds for the remainder of the program duration subcontractors, labor disputes or any other reasons which are absent exceptional circumstances. The no refund dates for each Forensic Sciences 2.5 beyond UCF’s or Global UCF’s control. Summer 2016: April 25, 2016; program start date are: Spring 2016: February 8, 2016; 24. Student F-1 visa holders: F-1 visa holders are required to Mathematics 2.5 Fall 2016: August 1, 2016. Summer 2016: June 13, 2016; provide UCF with a current residential address and telephone Global UCF has the right to amend prices due to university Fall 2016: September 19, 2016. number at all times. Students who fail to meet attendance Physics 2.5 actions, tax increases, governmental actions or other events requirements, continue their enrollment or maintain satisfac- beyond our control. Failure to pay by your applicable posted 12. Exceptional circumstances: Refunds for exceptional circum- tory academic progress will be reported to the U.S. Department stances may be granted on a very limited case-by- case basis of Homeland Security (DHS). Information collected by UCF Political Sciences 2.5 payment deadline may lead to penalties, including late fees, inability to gain access to campus housing and use of a meal plan, by the Global UCF Office of Academic Services. Up to 100% of and Global UCF which personally identifies a student and and a hold on your account that will prevent you from enrolling tuition and registration fees are refundable if due to circum- information regarding a student’s course progress may be Psychology 2.5 in classes. Pursuant to section 24 of these terms and conditions, stances determined by Global UCF to be exceptional. shared with DHS, state and accrediting agencies, designated authorities, the student’s parent(s) or guardian(s), UCF and if you are unable to continue enrollment at UCF or provide UCF 13. Public holidays and school vacation: Classes are usually not Sociology 2.5 Global UCF staff, sponsors, recruiters, and representatives. with a current residential address due to nonpayment of tuition held on public holidays, and most school facilities will be closed. or housing fees, you will be reported to the U.S. Department of This information may include personal and contact details, Classes will not be held during designated school vacations. course enrollment details and changes, and circumstances of Statistics 2.5 Homeland Security and may lose your immigration status. Global UCF will not make reimbursements for classes not offered. any suspected breach by the student of any UCF or Global UCF 6. Transfer Credits: Students with post- secondary college credits policies and/or any DHS rules or Regulations. NICHOLSON SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION 14. Absences: F-1 students must comply with all applicable applying to Global UCF are subject to additional requirements. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regula- Students joining Global UCF must have completed less than 25. Cancellation: “Cancellation Period” refers to the period up to Advertising/ Public Relations 3.4 C or better in ADV3008 or PUR4000 and B or better in ENC 1101, ENC 1102 or Grammar Proficiency Test. tions related to study on a student visa at UCF, including atten- 30 credits from an outside university and the cumulative post- the move in date of your program. Cancellations must be made dance requirements. Failure to meet attendance requirements during the Cancellation Period in writing and, provided the secondary GPA must be 2.0 or higher. Coursework transferred may lead to penalties, including loss of immigration status. Communication and Conflict 2.5 student never attends, tuition, dining, and accommodation from international, non-American institutions, will need to be Any student who is absent during the program or loses i officially evaluated through one of the UCF approved NACES refunds may apply (subject to sections 7, 8 and 11). In all cases, mmigration status due to absences will not be eligible for a the courier fee (if utilized), enrollment fee and any other Human Communication 2.5 companies: World Education Services (wes.org) or Josef Silny & refund for time missed. Associates (jsilny.com). Students submitting international service charges (e.g., airport transfer fee, medical insurance, campus fee, program supplement fee, etc.) are nonrefundable. A minimum GPA does not guarantee admission. Submit previously published journalistic work, meet with the advisor. A or better in: ENC 1101, ENC 1102 post-secondary school (university) credentials must order 15. Global UCF Academic criteria: Students are accepted into Journalism 2.5 or Grammar Proficiency Test. course-by-course evaluations. Transfer credits are articulated Global UCF with the strict understanding that progression 26. Liability: The liability of Global UCF, its operator and its group after completion of the student’s Global UCF program of study through Global UCF and successful completion of any program companies, their directors, officers, employees, affiliates, agents Radio/TV 2.5 A minimum GPA does not guarantee admission, meet with the advisor. B or better in ENC 1101, ENC 1102, or Grammar Proficiency Test. and will apply to academic years 2, 3, and 4; under no circum- will require satisfactory attendance and successful attainment and partners with respect to losses arising from negligence stances will transfer credits apply to the Global UCF program of of specified progression grades, which can be found at (except where such liability cannot be excluded as a matter COLLEGE OF OPTICS AND PHOTONICS study. The student acknowledges that UCF and the Global UCF globalucf.com/apply-now/application- requirements. of law), breach of contract or otherwise will be limited in all make no representations and cannot guarantee that Students who do not meet the criteria for successful completion circumstances to the full amount paid to UCF, Global UCF or Photonic Science and Engineering 2.5 CHS1440 or CHM2045C post-secondary college credits will be accepted. will not be allowed to proceed. Students may be offered advice the relevant group company by the relevant student for the on suitable alternative options, which may or may not include particular program. Such companies and persons will in no 7. Accommodations: All AAP students are required to commit to a retaking courses or repeating certain courses. These alternative INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES two-term residence in a UCF residential hall. All GAA and GAA circumstances have any liability for indirect or consequential options may involve additional time and costs, including tuition losses or damages. Any dispute, claim or other matter arising Environmental Studies 2.5 Prep students are required to commit to a three-term residence and accommodation fees. in a UCF residential hall. The accommodation must be paid in will be subject to the jurisdiction and laws of the United States full by the posted payment deadline (listed in section 5) for the 16. Program of study: An academic English assessment test, District Court for the Middle District of Florida. By signing Interdisciplinary Studies 2.5 semester in which they enroll. The most up to date cancellation which provides useful information about a student’s knowledge these terms and conditions, the student consents to and and refund policy for student accommodation can be found at in the areas of reading comprehension and writing (sentence) accepts the jurisdiction of such court for the purpose of any Women's Studies 2.5 www.housing.ucf.edu/costs/terms. Exceptions to the above skills is required for all Global UCF students. The results of the such action or proceeding and agrees to waive any objection to stated accommodation policy must be submitted via a Global assessment are used to determine placement into the appropri- venue being laid therein. UCF Housing Waiver at the time of application for review and ate college course and program of study that meets a student’s 27. In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Overall GPA of 2.5 and 80% attendance in all activities (classes, support sessions and signature student experiences) required in the program. approval/denial of request. skill level. Students whose test scores do not meet the criteria Act of 1974 (FERPA), the undersigned student hereby permits If TOEFL/IELTS and/or SAT/ACT weren't taken prior to Global UCF admission, they will need to be taken during the program for progression on to year two. for their intended program of study will not be able to enroll in UCF to disclose personally identifiable information, including 8. Dining: All Global UCF students are required to commit to a that program, but will be offered advice on suitable alternative For the most up-to-date undergraduate catalog visit catalog.ucf.edu/. three-term dining plan at UCF and pay in full for this dining educational records, financial information and attendance options, which may or may not include enrolling in another records to Global UCF, its operator, Shorelight-Stars, LLC, its plan by the posted payment deadline (listed in section 5) for the program of study. These alternative options may involve time semester in which they enroll. Students needing to cancel their parent Shorelight Education, LLC, and their group companies, and costs, including but not limited to tuition, accommodation their representatives and contractors (the “Operator”). The dining plan prior to move in are eligible for a full refund. Cancel- fees and required health insurance coverage. lations made after the move in date must include documentation undersigned hereby also grants UCF and Global UCF Operator of withdrawal from the university and students will be charged 17. Academic resources: All books and learning materials must be permission to provide the student’s parent(s), guardian(s), the then- current cancellation fee in addition to a prorated purchased by Global UCF students upon arrival at UCF. recruiter(s) and sponsor(s) with information pertaining to amount that will be retained by Global UCF for the portion of their application, academic progress, results and attendance. the term already used. All cancellation fees are due at the time 18. Student conduct: All Global UCF students are required to These permissions will remain in effect during the undersigned of request. follow UCF policies, rules, regulations and the UCF Golden student’s tenure at Global UCF and UCF. Rule. Any student who commits a criminal offense, violates 9. Health insurance: All international students studying at campus rules, has poor attendance or fails to meet program 28. Students must be 16 years old by the program start date UCF are required to be covered by health insurance, which requirements may be expelled or suspended. No refund will be (Spring 2016: January 5, 2016; Summer 2016: May 10, 2016; Fall meets the U.S. government’s visa requirements, state of Florida given in cases of expulsion. The UCF Code of Student Conduct 2016: August 16, 2016) in order to participate in the program. requirements and UCF requirements. provides a framework of standard acceptable behavior for Students who are over the age of 16 but under the age of 18 will students and can be found at osc.sdes.ucf.edu. Students are be required to obtain the signature and consent of a parent a. 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