Degrees
Discover what makes UCF exciting and engaging. With more than 220 majors, you have more than options here — you have opportunity. Find undergraduate and graduate degrees that are offered in-person, online and through innovative distance learning.
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Immerse yourself in new challenges, explore groundbreaking research opportunities and enjoy a student-centered approach to higher education. At UCF, you’ll do that and more. Experience everything from thought-provoking viewpoints to diverse cultures to lifelong friendships and life-changing opportunities. Achieve your dreams and set out to do more. By studying at one of the most innovative universities in the country, you’ll graduate ready to make a difference in the world while pursuing a rewarding career.
UCF welcomed a freshman class with a 4.18* weighted high school GPA in Fall 2020. The incoming class also included 88 National Merit Scholars.
(*Projected Fall 2020)
Fifty percent of first-time-in-college students graduate without any educational debt. It’s one of the reasons Kiplinger, Forbes, The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report all rank a UCF education among the nation’s best values.
UCF set new records for diversity in Fall 2019: 47.8 percent of students are minorities. With 26 percent Hispanic enrollment, UCF is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education.
Top 20 Most Innovative U.S. News & World Report
For the fifth time, U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF as one of the most innovative in its annual list of best colleges.
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UCF has more than 220 degree programs in 13 colleges, plus a talented team of faculty and staff to help find what’s right for you. Whatever your passion, we’ll put you on the path to success.
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Top 10 Majors*
Top 10 Majors*- Psychology
- Health Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Nursing
- Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Biology
- Integrated Business
- Finance
- Hospitality Management
*By Enrollment | Data provided by ikm.ucf.edu.
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Learning Online
Whether you’re taking just one course or pursuing your degree online, UCF has the instructors, resources and support for you to achieve your education goals online. Fully online students get one-on-one support from application to graduation by an online success coach — keeping you inspired and on track throughout your college experience.
Top 5
- 1. Psychology BS
- 2. Nursing BS
- 3. Health Services Administration BS
- 4. Criminal Justice BA/BS
- 5. English BA
*Based on Enrollment
Top 5
- 1. Social Work MSW
- 2. Nursing MSN
- 3. Healthcare Informatics PSM
- 4. Nonprofit Management NNM
- 5. Criminal Justice MS
*Based on Enrollment
Colleges at UCF
The University of Central Florida is home to 13 colleges with more than 220 degree programs that provide a path for you to embrace your talent and follow your dreams. Explore top-ranked colleges, schools and programs at UCF.
Arts & Humanities
The College of Arts and Humanities provides a dynamic incubator for artistic explorations of every kind, from literature and philosophy to theater and music. Explore your passion in state-of-the-art facilities, develop your talents under the guidance of faculty who practice what they teach, and learn real-world lessons through community partnerships.
Top 5
- 1. English BA
- 2. History BA
- 3. Emerging Media MFA
- 4. Art BA
- 5. Theatre BFA
*Based on Enrollment
Top 5
Arts and Humanities Graduate Programs*
- 1. Texts and Technology PhD
- 2. Theatre MFA
- 3. History MA
- 4. English MA
- 5. Emerging Media MFA
*Based on Enrollment
Burnett Honors College
The Burnett Honors College promotes the highest academic achievement. Gain experience beyond the classroom through exclusive research programs, seminars, symposiums and study-abroad opportunities. You’ll join a collaborative community of scholars from all disciplines and benefit from small classes that allow for more discussion and greater interaction with honors faculty.
Top
Burnett Honors College Majors*
- 1. Biomedical Sciences BS
- 2. Mechanical Engineering BSME
- 3. Biology BS
- 4. Health Sciences BS
- 5. Aerospace Engineering BSAE
*Based on Enrollment
Business
The College of Business helps you embrace your entrepreneurial attitude, and prepares you to adapt and succeed in a rapidly changing economy. Specialize in accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, real estate or integrated business — applying classroom experiences to real-world opportunities. You can also participate in internships, study-abroad programs, corporate partnerships, business plan competitions and new venture incubators.
Top 5
*Based on Enrollment
Top 5
- 1. Business Administration MBA
- 2. Management MSM
- 3. Accounting MSA
- 4. Sport Business Management MSBM
- 5. Business Administration PhD
*Based on Enrollment
Community Innovation and Education
Pursue opportunities for civic engagement and transformative education that help communities thrive through the College of Community Innovative and Education. Participate in groundbreaking research and gain practical experience through internships, practicums and policy-development programs. After graduation, create an impact through a career in education, public administration and affairs, legal studies, criminal justice or health management and informatics.
Top 5
Community Innovation and Education Majors*
- 1. Criminal Justice BS
- 2. Health Services Administration BS
- 3. Elementary Education BS
- 4. Legal Studies BS
- 5. Criminal Justice BA
*Based on Enrollment
Top 5
Community Innovation and Education Graduate Programs*
- 1. Health Administration MHA
- 2. Public Administration MPA
- 3. Criminal Justice MS
- 4. Educational Leadership MA
- 5. Counselor Education MA
*Based on Enrollment
Engineering and Computer Science
Think creatively while conducting research in aerospace, civil, computer, electrical, mechanical, environmental and other engineering disciplines. In the College of Engineering and Computer Science, you’ll work on a number of innovative projects — from creating 3D-printed robotic arms to designing self-driving cars to developing artificial intelligence. Plus, gain industry experience through internships in nearby Central Florida Research Park, or with partners including NASA, Siemens, Lockheed Martin and L3Harris Technologies.
Top 5
Engineering and Computer Science Majors*
- 1. Computer Science BS
- 2. Mechanical Engineering BSME
- 3. Information Technology BS
- 4. Aerospace Engineering BSAE
- 5. Computer Engineering BSCpE
*Based on Enrollment
Top 5
Engineering and Computer Science Graduate Programs*
- 1. Computer Science PhD
- 2. Engineering Management MS
- 3. Computer Science MS
- 4. Mechanical Engineering MSME
- 5. Digital Forensics MS
*Based on Enrollment
Graduate Studies
Push yourself to new possibilities in the College of Graduate Studies. Choose from a number of degree programs that provide you with an opportunity to make important discoveries, master cutting-edge skills and advance both your knowledge and your career. Amplify your impact on the world in a big way with a master’s or doctoral degree from UCF.
Top 5
- 1. Nanotechnology MS
- 2. Modeling and Simulation PhD
- 3. Interdisciplinary Studies MS
- 4. Interdisciplinary Studies MA
- 5. Modeling and Simulation MS
*Based on Enrollment
Health Professions and Sciences
The College of Health Professions and Sciences prepares you to promote the health and well-being of populations with diverse needs. Through nationally recognized programs, you’ll develop in-demand skills through practical experiences and research led by respected faculty. Gain a rewarding career in prevention, diagnosis or therapy at hospitals, community-based and specialized-care facilities, schools, and nonprofit and social service agencies.
Top 5
Health Professions and Sciences Majors*
- 1. Health Sciences BS
- 2. Communication Sciences and Disorders BS
- 3. Kinesiology BS
- 4. Kinesiology BS – Exercise and Sport Physiology Track
- 5. Communication Sciences & Disorders BA
*Based on Enrollment
Top 5
Health Professions and Sciences Graduate Programs*
- 1. Social Work MSW
- 2. Communication Sciences and Disorders MA
- 3. Physical Therapy DPT
- 4. Kinesiology MS
- 5. Master of Athletic Training MAT
*Based on Enrollment
Medicine
The UCF College of Medicine epitomizes innovation and provides you with a top medical education to lead patient care into the 21st century. Through the Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences, take on research in fields from Alzheimer’s disease to cancer and heart disease. You’ll also find opportunities around Lake Nona Medical City, including Nemours Children’s Hospital and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
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Nursing
An active member of the healthcare community, the College of Nursing utilizes the latest technology and community-oriented programs to prepare you for life beyond the classroom. Through cutting-edge research, clinical training and community service, you’ll learn current techniques and develop in-demand leadership skills necessary to provide high-quality patient care to serve the needs of a changing population.
Top
- 1. Nursing RN, BSN
- 2. Nursing BSN
- 3. Nursing Practice DNP
- 4. Nursing MSN
- 5. Nursing PhD
*Based on Enrollment
Optics and Photonics
The College of Optics and Photonics pioneers the science and technology of lights, lasers, fiber optics, imaging systems and other areas of study. You’ll embark on groundbreaking research under the guidance of internationally recognized faculty, and leverage key industry partnerships to gain practical experience that will translate into a career at the forefront of this fast-moving field.
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
The Rosen College of Hospitality Management is located near the heart of one of the world’s largest and most popular tourism destinations. Here, you’ll learn to manage hotels, restaurants, theme parks, entertainment and events from international faculty. Along the way, gain industry exposure through paid work experiences and develop professional relationships with key local hospitality partners.
Top 5
- 1. Hospitality Management BS
- 2. Entertainment Management BS
- 3. Event Management BS
- 4. Restaurant and Food Service Management BS
- 5. Hospitality Management AS to BS
*Based on Enrollment
Sciences
The College of Sciences, UCF’s largest college, helps you build a foundation needed for critical thinking and career success in various programs — from communication and journalism to the physical, biological, social, behavioral and computational sciences. You’ll learn inside and outside of the classroom and lab through internships, research and field work locally and across the globe.
Top 5
- 1. Psychology BS
- 2. Biology BS
- 3. Political Science BA
- 4. Digital Media BA
- 5. Film BA
*Based on Enrollment
Top 5
College of Science Graduate Programs*
- 1. Interactive Entertainment MS
- 2. Psychology PhD
- 3. Physics PhD
- 4. Chemistry PhD
- 5. Mathematics PhD
*Based on Enrollment
Undergraduate Studies
The College of Undergraduate Studies offers the ability to tailor your program of study to suit your individual academic and career goals. Choose your own path in environmental studies, women’s studies or interdisciplinary studies. You’ll gain experience across multiple disciplines and learn to apply various skills needed to succeed academically and professionally.
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Undergraduate Studies Programs*
- 1. Integrative General Studies BGS
- 2. Environmental Studies BS
- 3. Interdisciplinary Studies BS
- 4. Interdisciplinary Studies BA
*Based on Enrollment
Undergraduate Degrees
Arts and Humanities
- Art (BA)
- Art (BA) - History
- Art (BA) - Studio
- Art (BA) - Visual Arts and Emerging Media Management
- Bachelor of Design in Architecture (BDes)
- Emerging Media (BFA)
- Emerging Media (BFA) - Character Animation Track
- Emerging Media (BFA) - Experimental Animation Track
- Emerging Media (BFA) - Graphic Design Track
- English (BA)
- English (BA) - Creative Writing
- English (BA) - Literature
- English (BA) - Technical Communication
- French and Francophone Studies (BA)
- History (BA)
- Humanities and Cultural Studies (BA)
- Latin American Studies (BA)
- Music (BA)
- Music Education (BME)
- Music Performance (BM) - Composition
- Music Performance (BM) - Jazz Studies
- Music: Performance (BM)
- Philosophy (BA)
- Photography AS to BS
- Religion and Cultural Studies (BA)
- Spanish (BA)
- Studio Art (BFA)
- Theatre (BFA)
- Theatre (BFA) - Acting
- Theatre (BFA) - Design and Technology
- Theatre (BFA) - Musical Theatre
- Theatre (BFA) - Stage Management
- Theatre Studies (BA)
- Writing and Rhetoric (BA)
Business
Community Innovation and Education
- Criminal Justice (BA)
- Criminal Justice (BA)
- Criminal Justice (BA) - Scholar's Track
- Criminal Justice (BS)
- Criminal Justice (BS)
- Criminal Justice (BS) - A.S. to B.S.
- Criminal Justice (BS) - Scholar's Track
- Early Childhood Development and Education (BS)
- Early Childhood Development and Education (BS) - Early Childhood Development
- Early Childhood Development and Education (BS) - Education: Pre-Kindergarten-Primary (PK-3)
- Elementary Education (BS)
- Elementary Education (BS) - K-6 Certification
- Elementary Education (BS) - Lifelong Learning
- Elementary Education (BS) - Professional Studies Track (Non-Certification)
- Emergency Management (BA)
- Emergency Management (BS)
- Exceptional Student Education (BS)
- Exceptional Student Education (BS) - Lifelong Learning
- Health Informatics and Information Management (BS)
- Health Services Administration (BS)
- Legal Studies (BA)
- Legal Studies (BA) - Barry Law/Touro Law Accel BA to JD
- Legal Studies (BS)
- Legal Studies (BS) - Barry Law/Touro Law Accel BS to JD
- Nonprofit Management (BA)
- Nonprofit Management (BS)
- Public Administration (BA)
- Public Administration (BS)
- Secondary Education (BS)
- Secondary Education (BS) - English Language Arts Ed - Education Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - English Language Arts Ed - Lifelong Learning Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Mathematics Ed - Education Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Mathematics Ed - Lifelong Learning Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Science Ed - Biology - Lifelong Learning Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Science Ed - Biology- Education Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Science Ed - Chemistry - Education Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Science Ed - Chemistry - Lifelong Learning Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Science Ed - Physics - Education Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Science Ed - Physics - Lifelong Learning
- Secondary Education (BS) - Social Science Ed - Education Track
- Secondary Education (BS) - Social Science Ed - Lifelong Learning Track
- Teacher Education (BS)
- Teacher Education (BS) - Art Ed - Education Track
- Teacher Education (BS) - Art Ed - Lifelong Learning Track
- Teacher Education (BS) - Physical Ed - Education Track
- Teacher Education (BS) - Physical Ed - Lifelong Learning Track
- Teacher Education (BS) - World Languages Education - Education Track
- Teacher Education (BS) - World Languages Education - Lifelong Learning
- Technical Education and Industry Training (BS)
Engineering and Computer Science
- Aerospace Engineering (BSAE)
- Civil Engineering (BSCE)
- Computer Engineering (BSCpE)
- Computer Engineering (BSCpE) - Comprehensive Track
- Computer Engineering (BSCpE) - Digital VLSI Circuits Track
- Computer Science (BS)
- Computer Science (BS) - Accelerated BS to MS
- Construction Engineering (BSConE)
- Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- Electrical Engineering (BSEE) - Communication and Signal Processing Track
- Electrical Engineering (BSEE) - Comprehensive Track
- Electrical Engineering (BSEE) - Power and Renewable Energy Track
- Electrical Engineering (BSEE) - RF and Microwaves Track
- Environmental Engineering (BSVE)
- Industrial Engineering (BSIE)
- Information Technology (BS)
- Materials Science and Engineering (BS)
- Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
Health Professions and Sciences
- Communication Sciences and Disorders (BA)
- Communication Sciences and Disorders (BS)
- Health Sciences (BS)
- Health Sciences (BS)
- Health Sciences (BS) - Health Promotion Track
- Health Sciences (BS) - Pre-Clinical Track
- Kinesiology (BS)
- Kinesiology (BS) - Exercise and Sport Physiology
- Kinesiology (BS) - Sport and Athletic Coaching
- Social Work (BSW)
Hospitality Management
- Entertainment Management (BS)
- Event Management (BS)
- Hospitality Management (BS)
- Hospitality Management (BS) - AS to BS
- Hospitality Management (BS) - Hospitality Information Technology
- Hospitality Management (BS) - Lodging Management
- Hospitality Management (BS) - Theme Park and Attraction Management
- Restaurant and Food Services Management (B.S.) - A.S. to B.S. Track
- Restaurant and Foodservice Management (BS)
- Senior Living Management (BS)
Medicine
- Biomedical Sciences (BS)
- Biomedical Sciences (BS)
- Biomedical Sciences (BS) - Molecular Cell Biology
- Biomedical Sciences (BS) - Molecular Cell Biology
- Biomedical Sciences (BS) - Molecular Microbiology
- Biomedical Sciences (BS) - Molecular Microbiology
- Biomedical Sciences (BS) - Neuroscience
- Biomedical Sciences (BS) - Neuroscience
- Biotechnology (BS)
- Biotechnology (BS)
- Medical Laboratory Sciences (BS)
Nursing
Optics and Photonics
Sciences
- Actuarial Science (BS)
- Advertising / Public Relations (BA)
- Anthropology (BA)
- Anthropology (BA) - Anthropological Methods and Practice Track
- Anthropology (BA) - General Track
- Biology (BS)
- Biology (BS) - Ecology, Evolutionary and Conservation
- Biology (BS) - General Biology
- Biology (BS) - Marine and Aquatic
- Biology (BS) - Plant Sciences
- Biology (BS) - Pre-Health Professional
- Biology (BS) - Zoology and Pre-Veterinarian Science
- Chemistry (BS)
- Chemistry (BS) - Biochemistry
- Communication and Conflict (BA)
- Digital Media (BA)
- Film (BA)
- Film (BFA)
- Forensic Science (BS)
- Forensic Science (BS) - Biochemistry
- Forensic Science (BS) - Chemistry
- Human Communication (BA)
- Human Communication (BA) - Business and Professional Communication Track
- Human Communication (BA) - General Human Communication Track
- Human Communication (BA) - Health Communication Track
- Human Communication (BA) - Interpersonal Communication Track
- Human Communication (BA) - Social Innovation and Activism Track
- International and Global Studies (BA)
- Journalism (BA)
- Journalism (BA) - Electronic Journalism
- Journalism (BA) - Print/Digital Journalism
- Mathematics (BS)
- Mathematics (BS) - Computational Track
- Mathematics (BS) - Engineering/Physics Track
- Mathematics (BS) - General Mathematics Track
- Mathematics (BS) - Mathematical Biology Track
- Mathematics (BS) - Mathematical Economics Track
- Physics (BA)
- Physics (BA) - Biophysics Concentration
- Physics (BA) - Education Concentration
- Physics (BA) - Information Technology/Data Science Concentration
- Physics (BA) - Nanoscale Science & Technology Concentration
- Physics (BA) - Technical Writing Concentration
- Physics (BS)
- Physics (BS) - Astronomy
- Physics (BS) - Computational
- Physics (BS) - Materials
- Physics (BS) - Optics and Lasers
- Political Science (BA)
- Political Science (BA) - American Politics and Policy
- Political Science (BA) - International Relations and Comp. Politics
- Political Science (BA) - Prelaw
- Psychology (BS)
- Psychology (BS) - Clinical Psychology Track
- Psychology (BS) - Experimental Psychology Track
- Psychology (BS) - General Psychology Track
- Psychology (BS) - Human Factors Psychology Track
- Psychology (BS) - Industrial / Organizational Psychology Track
- Psychology (BS) - Neuroscience Track
- Radio / Television (BA)
- Radio / Television (BA) - Media Management and Operations
- Radio / Television (BA) - Production
- Social Sciences (BS)
- Sociology (BA)
- Sociology (BS)
- Statistics (BS)
Undergraduate Studies
- Diversity Studies
- Environmental Studies (BS)
- Environmental Studies (BS) - Communication and Planning
- Environmental Studies (BS) - Sciences
- Integrative General Studies (BGS)
- Interdisciplinary Studies (BA)
- Interdisciplinary Studies (BA) - General Studies
- Interdisciplinary Studies (BS)
- Interdisciplinary Studies (BS) - General Studies
Pre-professional Programs
- Biology (BS) – Pre-Health Professional
- Biology (BS) – Zoology and Pre-Veterinarian Science
- Business Economics (BSBA) – Pre-Law
- Pre-chiropractic
- Pre-dental
- Health Sciences (BS) – Pre-Clinical Track
- Pre-medical
- Pre-optometry
- Pre-osteopathy
- Pre-pharmacy
- Pre-podiatry
- Political Science (BA) – Prelaw