Program at a Glance

Program: Bachelor
College(s): Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Department(s): Hospitality Services

In State Tuition
Out of State Tuition

$212.28 per credit hour

$748.89 per credit hour

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Step into a career where hospitality, wellness, and leadership come together.

The Bachelor of Science in Lifestyle Community Management at UCF prepares you to lead vibrant communities where people live, connect, and thrive. Graduates are equipped to manage luxury clubs, resort-style residences, and active adult and senior living communities.

This interdisciplinary program combines coursework in hospitality, healthcare, and gerontology to help you build the knowledge and leadership skills needed to manage wellness-centered environments. You will learn how to coordinate lifestyle activities, oversee operations, and provide top-tier hospitality in settings such as country clubs, wellness resorts, and lifestyle-driven residential communities.

From designing engaging wellness programs to managing teams and delivering meaningful guest or resident experiences, you will be prepared to lead in communities where people come together around shared interests, values, and lifestyles.

Whether your passion is in hospitality, wellness, or community leadership, this program provides a strong foundation for a fulfilling and future-focused career in lifestyle community management.

With more than 75 million visitors each year, Orlando is the most visited destination in the United States. UCF’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management is located at the center of this vibrant industry, offering a one-of-a-kind learning environment that brings your classroom to life.

If you're ready to lead communities that make a difference, this is the degree for you.

Why Choose Lifestyle Community Management at UCF?

The #1 Hospitality College on the Planet
UCF’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management is ranked No. 1 in the world by CEOWORLD magazine, reflecting our excellence in academic reputation, job placement rate, global brand influence, and employer satisfaction—key indicators of a degree that delivers real results.

Learn Where Hospitality Happens
Located in Orlando, the most visited destination in the United States, Rosen College is just minutes from Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld, and top hotel, resort, and restaurant brands. With internships built into your curriculum, you’ll gain valuable real-world experience that helps 97% of our graduates secure full-time jobs after graduation.

Global Industry Connections
Each year, students have opportunities to work with top employers across the U.S. and internationally, building real-world experience and professional networks that prepare them for lasting success in the global events industry.

Program Highlights:

Learn what it takes to lead in lifestyle-focused communities that prioritize wellness, service, and connection.

Courses cover a wide range of topics, including the lifestyle and senior living industries, event planning and promotion, wellness and nutrition management, hospitality facilities, foodservice operations, and the business of hospitality.

Complete three required internships that provide hands-on experience and industry insight, giving you a competitive edge and real-world readiness before graduation.

Choose a specialization that aligns with your career goals:
• Club and Resort Management
• Senior Living Management
• Hospitality Wellbeing Management

Our students work in the top companies in the industry, including HarborChase Senior Living, Loews Hotels, Rosen Hotels and Resorts, The Walt Disney Company, Universal Destinations & Experiences.

Rosen College of Hospitality Management has 100+ hospitality industry partners.

Check out the program's catalog here.

Undergraduate Application Deadlines

Fall: May 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: March 1

Fall: July 1
Spring: November 1
Summer: March 1

Fall: March 1
Spring: September 1
Summer: January 1

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Career Opportunities

UCF prepares you for life beyond the classroom. Here, you’ll experience a wide range of opportunity, like learning diverse skills from world-renowned faculty to networking with top employers across Central Florida to gaining first-hand experience in internships nearby. Achieve your degree and more as a Knight.