Program at a Glance

Program: Bachelor
College(s): Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Department(s): Tourism, Events and Attraction

In State Tuition
Out of State Tuition

$212.28 per credit hour

$748.89 per credit hour

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From Concept to Coaster: Turn Your Passion for Theme Parks into a Thrilling Career

UCF’s Theme Park and Attraction Management degree prepares you to lead in one of the most dynamic industries on the planet. From operations and guest experience to innovation and strategy, you’ll build the business and leadership skills top employers are looking for. Our courses focus on the real-world management side of the industry, developing your ability to make data-driven decisions, lead teams, and create unforgettable guest experiences at scale.

Our location in Orlando, the theme park capital of the world, means you’ll have access to exclusive internships, connections with major employers, and real-world learning experiences that can’t be found anywhere else.

With over 75 million visitors in 2024, Orlando is the most visited destination in the United States, and Rosen College puts you right in the heart of it all. Our campus is just minutes from the world’s top theme parks and attractions, with Universal Epic Universe located directly across the street. This proximity gives you an unmatched opportunity to learn, work, and launch your career where the industry is actively evolving around you.

If you’re serious about turning your passion for theme parks into a profession, this is where it starts.

Why Choose Theme Park and Attraction 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 the Industry Lives

Study just minutes from Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort (including Epic Universe, right across the street), SeaWorld, and top hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Internships and hands-on learning are built into your experience, helping 97% of our students land full-time jobs after graduation.

Go Beyond the Classroom
From Orlando to international destinations, our students work alongside global industry leaders, gaining real-world experience, building their professional network, and developing the skills to lead in a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry.

Program Highlights:

Courses Designed for the Industry
Explore the full spectrum of theme park and attraction management with courses in park operations, guest experience design, leadership, marketing, innovation, and global attraction strategies. You'll learn how the world’s top parks create unforgettable experiences—and how to lead the teams that make it happen.

Internships That Launch Careers
With three required internships, you’ll gain hands-on experience and insider access to major parks and attractions. And where better to do that than Orlando, the theme park capital of the world? You’ll also have opportunities to intern with leading employers nationwide and around the globe, giving you the flexibility to launch your career anywhere the industry thrives.

Industry Access That Opens Doors
Our students gain real-world experience and land roles with the biggest names in the business, including The Walt Disney Company, Universal Destinations & Experiences, SeaWorld, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Herschend Family Entertainment, Dollywood, ICON Park, Merlin Entertainments, and Six Flags.

If it’s a name you know, chances are, our students are there as 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.