At a glance
Average net price
$10,411
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
78.0%
Admission rate
40%
Undergrad size
59,146
In-state tuition
$6,368
Out-of-state tuition
$22,467
Cost of attendance
$23,133
Median earnings (10y)
$58,308
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,269
- ACT midpoint
- 28
- Retention
- 92.3%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (23%), stem (21%), social sciences (21%).
- STEM21%
- Health14%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences21%
- Trades & services6%
- Business15.0%~8,872 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions14.3%~8,446 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology10.8%~6,364 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering7.9%~4,661 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4,353 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~3,419 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science5.6%~3,294 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~3,117 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences4.6%~2,703 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication4.1%~2,425 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education3.3%~1,964 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,946 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~1,621 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts2.7%~1,615 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.1%~1,266 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal1.2%~733 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.8%~473 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~467 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~408 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.6%~367 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~313 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~148 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture0.2%~106 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 2,966 | $27,164 | $19,432 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 1,910 | — | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 1,741 | $23,485 | $21,746 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 1,647 | $22,970 | $21,900 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 1,577 | $57,767 | $22,751 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 1,507 | $59,816 | $21,000 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General. | Bachelor's | 1,471 | $32,979 | $24,700 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 1,239 | $40,802 | $20,896 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 1,239 | $32,594 | $20,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 978 | $31,676 | $21,731 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 912 | $40,903 | $24,250 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 879 | $64,142 | $22,025 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's | 826 | $28,892 | $24,250 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 771 | $49,096 | $18,843 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 740 | $30,415 | $21,344 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 680 | $35,362 | $22,250 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 679 | $27,552 | $21,501 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 639 | $33,232 | $21,854 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 530 | $48,003 | $19,736 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 519 | $41,310 | $21,374 |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies. | Bachelor's | 492 | — | $21,422 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 486 | — | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 473 | $26,177 | $22,075 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 460 | $41,528 | $18,268 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Master's | 441 | $72,081 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 431 | $42,070 | — |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering. | Bachelor's | 409 | $63,377 | $27,875 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 379 | $20,746 | $21,375 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 367 | $67,266 | $26,880 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. | Bachelor's | 360 | — | $22,569 |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 350 | $71,357 | $23,000 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 319 | $28,452 | $21,965 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 313 | $60,872 | $21,374 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Master's | 305 | $50,982 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 296 | $84,914 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 294 | $48,816 | — |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Master's | 292 | $47,909 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 279 | $25,850 | $22,036 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 261 | $52,153 | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 254 | $26,828 | $22,375 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Central Florida
University of Central Florida is a very large institution located in Orlando, Florida, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 59,146 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Central Florida — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $10,411 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $6,368 for in-state students and $22,467 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $23,133 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 78.0%, a strong completion outcome. 92.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $58,308 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Central Florida confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (23% of credentials), stem (21% of credentials), social sciences (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of Central Florida accepts 40% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,269. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 28.
Location & campus
Set in Orlando, Florida (suburb), University of Central Florida draws students from across Florida and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Central Florida
Q.How much does University of Central Florida cost?
The average net price at University of Central Florida is $10,411 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $23,133.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Central Florida?
University of Central Florida has a 6-year graduation rate of 78.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Central Florida?
University of Central Florida admits 40% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do University of Central Florida graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Central Florida graduate earns $58,308 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Central Florida?
Published tuition is $6,368 in-state and $22,467 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Central Florida located?
University of Central Florida is located in Orlando, Florida (ZIP 32816).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Central Florida at their official website.