University of Central Florida

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Central Florida. Around 41% of applicants get into University of Central Florida each year. Last year, 54,977 students applied to University of Central Florida and 22,560 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to University of Central Florida, the regular decision application deadline is May 1 and the application fee is $30.

Students who apply to University of Central Florida for the fall semester should hear back from University of Central Florida by September 1.

University of Central Florida Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Central Florida's admissions stats.

University of Central Florida 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	4.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	35%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	71.4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	28.6%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Central Florida Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Central Florida.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	5 1	September 1

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Considering Applying Early to University of Central Florida?

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University of Central Florida does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to University of Central Florida

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Central Florida

In 2022, University of Central Florida waitlisted 6,410 students and 3,950 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 19 eventually got off the waitlist.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Central Florida?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Central Florida

Wondering what factors are considered by University of Central Florida during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Central Florida for more information on admission factors.

University of Central Florida 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Central Florida, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of Central Florida's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	2.5	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	Written essay or personal statement is recommended for all freshman applicants.
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	√	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Central Florida?

Students admitted to University of Central Florida have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0. University of Central Florida considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 80% submitted a class rank. At University of Central Florida 35% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 72% were in the top 25% and 96% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Central Florida, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	72%
3.75 and 3.99	16.3%
3.50 and 3.74	10%
3.25 and 3.49	1.2%
3.00 and 3.24	0.2%
2.50 and 2.9	0.3%
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Central Florida directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Central Florida is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 71.4% of University of Central Florida's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 28.6% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Central Florida students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 610 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Central Florida students scored 680 or higher, and 75% scored a 610 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Central Florida, you should strive to earn between 25 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Central Florida's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Central Florida students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

More Information on Transferring to University of Central Florida

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Central Florida.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Central Florida during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Central Florida Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Central Florida?

❌ Students who are admitted to University of Central Florida must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does University of Central Florida accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Central Florida accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Central Florida accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Does University of Central Florida accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Central Florida accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Central Florida?

✅ University of Central Florida is not test optional.

What is University of Central Florida's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Central Florida has an acceptance rate of 41%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Central Florida?

❌ University of Central Florida does not offer early decision.

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