University of Central Florida Acceptance Rate & Tuition
University of Central Florida is a public research university in Orlando, Florida, enrolling about 59,146 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 40.11% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $58,308 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,368
- 2024 Average Net Price: $10,411 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 40.11% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 59,146 71.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 78.01%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 35.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 7.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 98.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1269
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 68,675
- Applicants (IPEDS): 60,627
- Room & Board: $12,452 annual estimate
University of Central Florida: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Central Florida, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Central Florida?
University of Central Florida is located in Orlando, FL (ZIP 32816).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is University of Central Florida public or private?
University of Central Florida is a Public institution.
How much does University of Central Florida cost?
Published tuition: $6,368 in-state, $22,467 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $10,411.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $5,816 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $7,174 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,128 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,902 |
| $110,001+ | $17,681 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $25,472.
How hard is it to get into University of Central Florida?
Admission rate: 40.11%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1269 and midpoint ACT 28.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Central Florida?
Total enrollment: 59,146 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 68,675 students.
Graduate enrollment: 10,161 students.
About 71% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Central Florida?
150%-time completion rate: 78.01%.
First-year retention: 92.3%.
What do graduates of University of Central Florida earn?
Median earnings: $47,137 six years after entry; $58,308 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,190.
32.34% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Central Florida known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Psychology, General (1,677 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (1,050 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (806 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (804 completions)
- 00.0300 (780 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (684 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies (531 completions)
- Hospitality Administration/Management, General (518 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (456 completions)
- Digital Arts (453 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Central Florida a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 40.11%; completion rate 78.01%; median earnings $58,308 at 10 years; net price $10,411. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,368
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Central Florida was $6,368.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$10,411
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Central Florida had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $10,411.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$41,644 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$10,411 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$25,472 4-Year In-State Tuition
$89,868 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,452 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$20,020 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$80,080 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Central Florida.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.34% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
22.58% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Central Florida was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Central Florida in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,317 | $22,416 | $14,048 |
| 2014 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $13,724 |
| 2015 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $14,221 |
| 2016 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $15,409 |
| 2017 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $15,286 |
| 2018 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $12,733 |
| 2019 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $10,274 |
| 2020 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $8,618 |
| 2021 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $9,217 |
| 2022 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $9,949 |
| 2023 | $6,368 | $22,467 | $10,650 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
40.11% Acceptance Rate
60,627 Total Applicants
23,961 Students Admitted
8,196 First-Time Students Enrolled
34.21% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1269
ACT Average: 28
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Central Florida reported total enrollment of about 59,146 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (42.7%), Hispanic or Latino (31.8%), and Black or African American (8.7%). About 32.34% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 35.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
71.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Central Florida in 2024 is 59,146 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 68,675 students. Graduate enrollment is about 10,161 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
92.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 42.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
54.78% 100% Completion Time
78.01% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 54.78% of students graduating from University of Central Florida completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Psychology, General: 18% male / 82% female
- Health Professions and Related Programs: 27% male / 73% female
- Business/Commerce, General: 59% male / 41% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Central Florida.
Return on Investment
$18,190 Median Student Debt
$58,308 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.20% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1300.15% Return on Investment
3.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Central Florida.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 131 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Psychology, General: 1,677 completions
2. Health Professions and Related Programs: 1,050 completions
3. Business/Commerce, General: 806 completions
4. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 804 completions
5. 00.0300: 780 completions
6. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 684 completions
7. Criminal Justice/Safety Studies: 531 completions
8. Hospitality Administration/Management, General: 518 completions
9. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 456 completions
Most popular programs at University of Central Florida.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Central Florida graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Central Florida from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 98.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $11,575
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,831
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Central Florida is a public institution located in Orlando, FL, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Psychology, General, Health Professions and Related Programs, Business/Commerce, General. Enrollment is approximately 59,146 students. Student body composition includes White (42.7%), Hispanic or Latino (31.8%), Black or African American (8.7%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 40.11%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1269. The 150%-time completion rate is 78.01%. Approximately 32.34% of students receive Pell Grants. About 35.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
Orlando, FL 32816
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 131 distinct degree programs, University of Central Florida provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Central Florida located?
University of Central Florida is located in Orlando, FL.
What is University of Central Florida's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Central Florida is 40.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 60,627 applicants and 23,961 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Central Florida cost?
Reported tuition is $6,368 and average net price is $10,411 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,452 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Central Florida?
University of Central Florida reports undergraduate enrollment of about 68,675 students, White (42.7%), Hispanic or Latino (31.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Central Florida?
About 35.3% of students at University of Central Florida are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Central Florida?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Central Florida reports midpoint SAT about 1269 and midpoint ACT about 28.
What do graduates of University of Central Florida earn?
Median earnings are $47,137 six years after entry and $58,308 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Central Florida?
The 150%-time completion rate is 78.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Central Florida students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,190.
Is University of Central Florida public or private?
University of Central Florida is a public institution located in Orlando, FL.
Is University of Central Florida an HBCU?
No. University of Central Florida is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Central Florida a tribal college?
No. University of Central Florida is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.