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Knight Life at UCF

Don Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™t just go to college Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S” get the most out of it. At UCF, you Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™ll have many ways to get involved inside and outside of the classroom. From application to graduation, you Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™ll be inspired to do amazing things. So whether you prefer academics and research or campus activities and athletics, we Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™ll provide you with the tools and support you need to find your place and foster your purpose.

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Life Is Good Here.

A Campus of Opportunity

Attending one of the largest universities in the nation has its perks. Enjoying sunshine and great weather in Orlando just happens to be a bonus.

Established in 1963, UCF offers more than 250 degree programs and countless opportunities. Go beyond the stats, though, and you begin to see what it Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s like to be a Knight. At UCF, modern facilities and state-of-the-art technologies keep you connected to classwork and social communities, while 800 acres of woodlands, lakes and an arboretum help you reconnect with nature. So whether you Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™re inside a classroom or outside exploring, you Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™ll discover why our campus is an exciting place to learn Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S” and an easy place to love.

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Tuition and Financial Aid

Going to college doesn Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™t have to break the bank. And at UCF, it won Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™t. Here, you Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™ll get a quality education with lifelong benefits, not lifelong debt. U.S. News & World Report ranked us among the top 50 national universities for the least amount of debt. In fact, 70% of first-time-in-college students at UCF graduate without any educational debt from UCF. Combine that with best-value rankings from Kiplinger, Forbes and The Princeton Review, and it Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s easy to see why UCF is gaining interest Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S” in a good way.

We Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™re here to help you find the best way to manage your college expenses and get the most out of your UCF experience. From scholarships and grants to student jobs, there are many ways to pay for college. The Office of Financial Assistance is your go-to place for understanding the options available and making the best of your investment. They can even help you budget for the fun stuff, like spring break and a semester abroad.

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Recreation and Activities

The UCF experience is more than textbooks and tests. When class is over, the fun is just getting started. Campus is buzzing with events and activities, including concerts and art shows, sports and student clubs, volunteer opportunities and outdoor adventure. Plus, with more than 650 student clubs and organizations, you Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™re sure to find the perfect fit Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S” no matter your interests. Explore organizations, on- and off-campus events, the latest updates and more on .

There Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s also plenty to do within minutes from campus. Living in America Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s most popular tourist destination has its perks, but there Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s a lot more to Orlando than theme parks and thrill rides. From our dynamic downtown to our eclectic neighborhoods and wide-open nature reserves, Orlando offers more reasons to explore than you can imagine. And with 236 days of signature sunshine to enjoy, there Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s plenty of time to enjoy some fun in the sun.

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I love the many opportunities UCF offers students to get involved. There are so many clubs, organizations and events Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S” there Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s always something to do or a place to be at.

Find Your Balance.

Health and Wellness

Your health matters Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S” physical and emotional. That Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s why as a Knight, you Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™ll have access to a variety of indoor and outdoor recreational resources, plus on-campus doctors, counselors, dietitians and a full-service pharmacy.

Get Active Check out our 149,000-square-foot facilities with fitness equipment, track, multipurpose courts and climbing wall. Plus, you can get outdoors and enjoy the sand volleyball courts, a leisure pool, lap pool and intramural sports fields.

Get a Check Up From primary care and dentistry to psychiatry and other specialty care, UCF Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s Health Services has a team of experts to treat just about anything. You can even schedule a one-on-one consultation with a clinical dietitian to discuss weight management, eating disorders, diabetes and more.

Get Help Keeping your mind healthy is equally important, and it Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s easy with the help of Student Care Services. Focused on overall well-being, it Âé¶¹¾«Æ· S™s a space where you can seek safety and well-being services, violence prevention and mental health support. There are also a number of resources and programs that help you connect with other students and form a network of support.

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