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University of Central Florida

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  • Overview
  • Accessibility
  • Demographics
  • Cost
  • Outcomes
  • Military
  • Programs & Degrees

University of Central Florida is a public college located in Orlando, Florida and has been named one of the 250 Best Graduate Schools.

Overview

School Type

  • Online
  • Public

Website: www.ucf.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:No
  • On-Campus day care:Yes
  • Online library services:Yes
  • Master's degrees:Yes
  • Post-master's certificates:No
  • Doctorate Degrees:Yes

Demographics

Graduate students
4,889 full-time
5,425 part-time
  • Online and distance education graduate students:3,868
  • Graduate students doing hybrid learning:1,390
  • Out-of-state online graduate students:453
  • Online students
    38%
  • Male/Female
    40% / 60%

Cost

In-state average tuition full-time graduate students
$6,916
Out-of-state average tuition full-time graduate students
$25,759
  • Application fee:$30
  • In-state required fees for full-time graduate students:$1,956
  • In-state per credit hour charge part-time graduate students:$370
  • Out-of-state required fees for full-time graduate students:$2,898
  • Out-of-state per credit hour charge part-time graduate students:$1,194
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Outcomes

Master's degrees awarded in most recent year.
2,702 master's

Military & Veteran

Number of graduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
156 students
  • Percentage of graduate students receiving post 9/11 GI Bill benefits:2%
  • Graduate students receiving Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program benefits:80
  • Percentage of graduate students receiving Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program benefits:1%
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Programs Offered
Education
Fine Arts
Healthcare
Nursing
Public Affairs
Psychology & Human Services
Science & Technology
Programs Offered
Master's degrees offered
78
Online master's degrees offered
25

Online master's degrees offered

  • Business: 2
  • Computer Information Sciences: 1
  • Education: 5
  • Engineering: 6
  • Engineering Technology: 1
  • English Language & Literature: 1
  • Health Professions: 3
  • Homeland Security & Protective Services: 3
  • Nursing: 1
  • Public Admin & Social Services: 3
Education

Education Overview

The programs at UCF are for students who have decided to become teachers and do not have an undergraduate teaching degree. There are also programs for experienced teachers who want to become experts in a specific area. Additionally, there are programs for those interested in becoming leaders in education either K-12 or at the college level.

Degree Options Include

Applied Learning and Instruction
Career and Technical Education
Educational Leadership
Exceptional Student Education
Instructional Design & Technology

Fine Arts

Master of Arts in English – Technical Communication

The Master of Arts in English – Technical Communication will provide students the theoretical and applied skills to write for education, government, or corporate entities. This program is for students with any undergraduate background who are interested in writing and learning communication technologies.

 

Healthcare

Healthcare Overview

The University of Central Florida offers programs in different aspects of the healthcare system. Students can advance their careers in several areas of healthcare: information technology, public health, or by becoming a practitioner.

Degree Options Include

Executive Master of Health Administration
Forensic Science
Healthcare Informatics
Healthcare Systems Engineering

Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing

Nursing is a growing field where more nurses as well as nurse educators are needed. At UCF student can gain the knowledge and skills they need to fill leadership positions in the field.

 

Public Affairs

Public Affairs Overview

Public Affairs encompasses subject areas of public policy, statistical and data research, criminal justice, political science, and international relations. The programs offered at The University of Central Florida will give students the opportunity to learn how to research, analyze and apply data in their field of interest.

Degree Options Include

Criminal Justice
Public Administration
Nonprofit Management
Research Administration

Psychology & Human Services

Psychology & Human Services Overview

Psychology & Human Services includes different areas of psychology, counseling, and communication. The University of Central Florida offers 2 degrees in this field that can be completed around a full-time job.

Degree Options Include

Hospitality & Tourism Management
Social Work

Science & Technology

Science & Technology Overview

Engineering, Computer Science, Data & Information technology have many applications throughout business and government. These master degrees advance students in technical skills and assessment for further career development.

Degree Options Include

Aerospace Engineering
Digital Forensics
Engineering Management
Industrial Engineering
Materials Science & Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

Contact University of Central Florida

Contact Admissions

graduate@ucf.edu

407-823-2766

ucf.edu/online/admissions

Main Campus

4000 Central Florida Blvd.

Orlando, FL 32816

407-823-2000

Find UCF Online

ucf.edu/online/masters

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