School Details
The 60-year history of the University of Central Florida includes its origin as a training institution for future workers of the US space program for Kennedy Space Center. Fast forward ten years, and in response to needs, the school broadened its offerings and today offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in such fields as:
- Healthcare
- Engineering
- Education
- Business and more
With its origins tied to space exploration, one might assume a mascot of an Alien or Astronaut; alas, the school boasts the Knights for their branding. (A quick search for Citronaut will reveal their OG mascot that might amuse). This four-year public research university serves over 68,000 students in a year. As a member of the University System of Florida, UCF is a leader in distance education, having entered this domain over 25 years ago.
Known for its innovative education technology, the university offers more than 100 online degree programs from online bachelor’s degrees to online doctoral degrees and more. You can jump-start your future with a multitude of programs from UCF Online.
Accreditation & Licensing
University of Central Florida is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)