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Registration for our Jan. 25, 2025 “Knight for A Day” Open House will open on Nov. 15.

UCF will be closed for extended holiday breaks from Nov. 27 – 29 and Dec. 19 – Jan. 1.

UCF is calling. And the best way to get to know us is to visit. Take a tour of our campus — in-person, livestreamed or self-guided — to get a sense of all there is to love about UCF. From our state-of-the-art classrooms to our recreational facilities, 80-acre nature preserve and sporting venues, you’ll discover how much there is to see and do here.

However you choose to experience UCF, we’re ready to make an unforgettable first impression. We can’t wait to meet you and give you a big, warm welcome.

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Explore Campus

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Weekday campus tours begin at the Duke Energy UCF Welcome Center with a 15-minute information session, followed by a 90-minute walking tour of the campus led by a UCF student ambassador. Campus tours fill up quickly, so sign up today.

Tours of select UCF housing communities are offered by the Department of Housing and Residence Life. Please visit their website to view available dates and times and book a Housing Tour.

Guided group tours of Main Campus are limited to high school groups of 50 or fewer students. If you are a school or a tour provider and would like to bring a group of students to campus, please email us at admission@ucf.edu.


When
Monday through Friday (excluding holidays and university breaks) at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. EDT
Where
Check in at the Duke Energy UCF Welcome Center
Duration
2 hours
Registration is required.
Schedule a main campus tour
Rosen College of Hospitality entrance

Tours of the Rosen College of Hospitality Management campus begin with a 15-minute information session, followed by a 45-minute walking tour of the campus led by a Rosen College student ambassador. You may preview the Rosen College Apartments during your tour. Campus tours are limited in size, so sign up early; walk-ins will be accommodated only on a space-available basis.


When
Mondays and Fridays at 1 p.m. (except holidays)
Where
Check-in at the Rosen College of Hospitality Management, Hall of Fame Lobby
Duration
1 hour
Reservations are recommended.
Schedule a Rosen campus tour
UnionWest and surrounding area

UCF Downtown campus tours begin at UnionWest in Creative Village with a 30-minute information session, followed by a 90-minute walking tour of the campus led by a UCF Downtown student ambassador. Campus tours are limited in size, so sign up early.


When
Select Fridays (except holidays). Click below to view options.
Where
Check in at UnionWest – 601 W. Livingston St., Orlando, 32801
Duration
2 hours
Reservations are required.
Schedule a Downtown campus tour
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Self-guided Campus Tour

Want to explore campus on your own? This tour begins in front of Millican Hall at the Reflecting Pond, and it concludes at the Recreation and Wellness Center. There are 10 stops on the self-guided tour.

Download the Self-Guided Tour Map

Open Houses

Knight For A Day Open Houses

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Join the students, faculty and staff of UCF for a daylong open house event. This is your opportunity to learn first-hand about our campus, academic programs, student life, financial aid and much more. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. and activities are scheduled between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. View a sample agenda and check our our FAQs for more information. Registration is required and space is limited, so we encourage you to sign up early.

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When
Select Saturdays from July through January
Where
Check in at the Student Union
Duration
6 hours
Registration is required.

Take a Virtual Tour of Campus

There’s a lot to see and do at UCF. And being familiar with our campuses — whether you’re taking classes at the main campus, Rosen College of Hospitality Management or UCF Downtown — helps you take advantage of everything we offer. Find out what it’s like to be a Knight.

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Starting Points

Become familiar with the places you’ll immediately need to know.

Heart of Campus

Hang with friends, access resources or grab a bite in these spaces.

Recreation and Academics

Connect with others at our recreation area, Greek housing and academic buildings.

Athletics Village

Here are the spots where our biggest and most exciting gatherings happen.

Health and Wellness Resources

Access help and stay healthy through dedicated departments.

Housing, Fitness and Safety

Get a look at housing options, our expansive gym and police department.

UCF Downtown

View the campus, classrooms and services offered at UCF Downtown.

Rosen College of Hospitality Management

Tour the facilities and services offered at our Hospitality Management campus.

Questions? We’ve Got Answers.

Take part in a virtual info session and learn why UCF is the best choice for you. Whether you want to cover the application process with an admissions counselor or talk with current Knights about what campus is really like, we’ve got something just for you.

Sign up for a virtual info session

Explore Orlando’s Hometown University

View Our Interactive Campus Map