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Overview
The
University of Central Florida originally opened its
doors as Florida Technological University in 1963. Located
in Orlando and near many attractions such as Walt Disney
World, UCF offers not only the advantages of a great
location and pleasant weather year-round, but also the
excitement and opportunities generated from the fast
growth, technology, and diversity that only a city such
as Orlando can provide. The beautiful main and regional
campuses provide the perfect environment for learning,
the latest technology available in education, and the
UCF
currently offers 92 bachelor’s degrees, 73 master’s,
25 doctoral and three specialist programs in ten colleges:
arts and humanities, biomedical science, business administration,
education, engineering and computer science, health
and public affairs, hospitality management, optics and
photonics, sciences and an honors college.
Undergraduate
education at UCF is rooted in the arts and sciences,
providing a broad liberal education while developing
competence in fields of special interest. This solid
foundation is the platform that supports the university’s
concentration on graduate programs and research. With
world-renowned faculty, international curricula, innovative
community partnerships, and the integration of technology
and learning, UCF promises students an exceptional academic
experience.
Research
as well as responding to ever-changing local, national
and international demands. With research funding exceeding
$100 million last year, graduate students at UCF have
remarkable opportunities for investigation and development
of new technologies.
Currently,
UCF has several nationally and internationally recognized
research institutes including the UCF College of Optics
and Photonics/CREOL (Center for Research and Education
in Optics and Lasers) and FPCE (Florida Photonics Center
of Excellence), the Institute for Simulation and Training,
the Florida Solar Energy Center, and the National Center
for Forensic Science. In addition, the technology incubator
provides a means for UCF to transfer technology from
the research laboratory to the marketplace. The Central
Florida Research Park, located adjacent to the UCF Orlando
campus, is a hotbed for sponsored research and employment
opportunities for UCF students and graduates.
Student
and Campus Life
Student
life at UCF is more than just working on projects and
attending classes. The university supports and encourages
many forms of student participation, and the Office
of Student Involvement provides students with the tools
that foster leadership, personal development and social
responsibility. Through leadership and coordination,
this office provides advice to more than 350 registered
clubs and organizations.
Along
with activities on campus, the university strives to
provide students with comfortable and modern facilities.
The Department of Housing and Residence Life offers
accommodations for more than 9,000 students in seven
communities. There are also many affiliated housing
facilities available outside the UCF campus.
Alumni
A
students’ association with the university does
not end when they graduate. The UCF Alumni Association
enhances the lives of alumni, providing them with the
opportunity to stay connected and involved with the
future of the university.
Visit
the UCF website www.ucf.edu
University
of Central Florida - Barbara Ying Center - 4000 Central
Florida Blvd. - Orlando, Florida, 32816-0130 - USA 407.823.0061
- international@mail.ucf.edu
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