University of Central Florida

Yes, UCF is online, and it offers online degrees and certificates at all levels. For example, there are over 20 online bachelor's degrees and 35 minor options to choose from that are all 100% online. Popular online bachelor's degrees include psychology, criminal justice, and anthropology. Online undergraduate students can also choose from unique minors, such as creative writing, religion, American Indian studies, and medical sociology. However, these online degrees are degree completion programs requiring a minimum of 12 transfer credits to enroll. 

Employers respect UCF's online degrees because an accredited institution confers them. UCF is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctorate degrees, and certificates. 

Accreditation is important because it means a school routinely goes through an intensive review process that evaluates its financial practices and the quality of its academic programming. If accreditation is conferred, it means the school keeps its promises to students and they can transfer credits from one institution to another.

OnlineU only includes accredited online schools on its site. 

UCF is known for its research in space technologies, healthcare, national security, and simulation and immersive experiences. In 2022, UCF received over $214 million in research funding, filed 132 patent applications, and received 58 patents. In addition, 6 UCF students were named National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellows. UCF has also created multidisciplinary research clusters relying on diverse expertise to help generate research breakthroughs.

UCF is also known for its impact on the local economy through its Business Incubation program, which provides start-ups with the incubation tools they need to grow. This program has helped create and sustain more than 6,200 jobs and has had a $2.48 billion impact on the regional economy.

Finally, it should be noted that College Scorecard data shows UCF with a 72% graduation rate. This is significantly higher than most four-year colleges and universities.

UCF bachelor's degrees in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering provide the highest earnings for graduates. Median annual salaries are ~$81,800, ~$71,300, and ~$68,300, respectively. However, these degrees aren't offered online at the bachelor's level, only at the master's level. 

To offer another perspective, OnlineU's proprietary Salary Score ranks colleges by how much their alumni earn compared to graduates with the same degree nationwide. Out of 100 total points, UCF has a bachelor's degree salary score of 41. It scores 38 for its master's degrees and 44 for its doctoral degrees. Specifically, UCF's online bachelor's degrees in liberal arts and general studies have a relatively high salary score of 84.

College Scorecard shows that getting into UCF is relatively difficult because it only accepts 45% of applicants and requires entrance exams if transferring fewer than 60 credits. Enrolled students have combined SAT scores between 1160 and 1340 and ACT scores between 25 and 30. 

UCF's transfer student admissions requirements for its online bachelor's degrees are comparable to other colleges and generally include the following:

• A completed online application
• A $30 application fee 
• Official high school transcripts or their equivalent, with a minimum 2.0 GPA
• Official college transcripts, with a minimum 2.0 GPA
• Military transcripts, if applicable
• SAT/ACT scores if transferring fewer than 60 credits

Applying to college always requires planning to ensure you have enough time to get what you need to submit together. A UCF success coach can help you through the process and identify any others materials you may need to submit.

If you're still deciding what's right for you, our list of the most popular online colleges offers additional options to explore.