University of Central Florida
Public university · Orlando, FL · 59,146 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
40%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1200–1350
ACT (middle 50%)
25–29
Average net price
$11,516
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,965
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
78%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Central Florida?
University of Central Florida accepts about 40 of every 100 applicants (40%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1200 and 1350 on the SAT. A score at or above 1350 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1200, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 25–29.
The latest federal data says University of Central Florida requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Central Florida's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Central Florida cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,965 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $11,516 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $6,368 for FL residents and $24,076 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$6,368
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$24,076
- Room & board$13,412
- Total cost of attendance$24,965
- Average net price after grants$11,516
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Visual & Performing Arts, Engineering.
University of Central Florida FAQ
- What is University of Central Florida's acceptance rate?
- 40% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Central Florida?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1200–1350. Aim for 1350 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Central Florida?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 25–29.
- Is University of Central Florida test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Central Florida requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Central Florida's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Central Florida cost?
- About $24,965 a year before aid; $11,516 on average after grants.
- What is University of Central Florida's FAFSA school code?
- 003954. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Central Florida receives your information.
- What is University of Central Florida's graduation rate?
- 78% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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