More than 20 academic programs are based exclusively at the downtown campus, capitalizing on Orlando’s thriving downtown business district.
Expanding Opportunity, Demanding Excellence
In partnership with Valencia College, the campus provides innovative education for high-demand fields that integrate with industry and place thousands of students within walking distance of jobs and internships.
UCF Downtown offers degrees in business administration, digital media and communication, health information technology and administration, and community-facing programs like legal studies – connecting highly skilled talent with industry needs, neighborhood synergies and new opportunities. The campus builds on the long-time partnership of the nationally recognized DirectConnect to UCF® program, which guarantees Valencia College graduates a seamless transition to UCF to complete a bachelor’s degree, or more.
Find Your Degree
UCF Undergraduate Programs
UCF Graduate Programs
- Communication M.A.
- Digital Media M.A.
- Emergency and Crisis Management M.E.C.M.
- Executive M.B.A.
- Health Administration M.H.A.
- Health Care Informatics M.S.
- Full-Time Professional M.B.A.
- Interactive Entertainment M.S.
- Nonprofit Management M.N.M.
- Part-Time Professional M.B.A.
- Professional M.S.M. Human Resources Track
- Professional M.S. in Real Estate
- Public Administration M.P.A.
- Public Affairs Ph.D.
- Public Policy M.P.P.
- Research Administration M.R.A.
- Strategic Communication Ph.D.
- Urban and Regional Planning M.S.
Valencia College Associate in Arts
- Digital Media Pre-Major
- General Education
- Health Information Technology Pre-Major
Valencia College Associate in Science
- Baking and Pastry Management
- Culinary Management
- Digital Media Technology
- Health Information Technology
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
- New Media Communication
Legal programs may teach students how to write and think like a lawyer, but many fail to teach how to actually be a lawyer. We want to remedy that situation for our students and with us moving downtown, it really opens up the opportunities.
Internships
Access to internships and experiential learning opportunities allow students to gain personal, academic and professional work skills. Read how one Legal Studies major has benefitted from her internship at FAMU Law School, a neighbor of UCF Downtown.
First Stop: Enrollment Services
First Stop: Where Your UCF Downtown Journey Begins
Are you dreaming of becoming a Knight at our vibrant downtown campus? Applied for FAFSA but don’t have your financial aid yet? Need to verify residency? Whether you’re already part of our dynamic student community or eyeing a spot at UCF, First Stop is your one-stop for all things related to downtown enrollment, financial aid and more!
The student-centered team at First Stop can guide you through admissions requirements, help you submit official transcripts, and can even assist with completing your UCF application. We’ve got your back on navigating Florida residency requirements and verifications, as well as FAFSA support, financial aid disbursements, information on scholarships and other financial aid resources.
Transferring from another college or university? First Stop can walk you through the details of deadlines, how to submit your application, and everything else you need to know.
First Stop can also direct students on how to upload documents through myUCF for the UCF Registrar’s Office. This includes residency reclassification, readmission, transcript requests, and major changes.
If you’re ready to make your dream of being a Knight happen, reach out today to see how First Stop can help you on the path to success at UCF Downtown!
Are you wondering what it’s like to be part of the UCF Downtown community? Sign up for an info session and take a tour! Join First Stop for monthly campus tours, where you’ll get to see our state-of-the-art facilities that support UCF Downtown majors and help students unleash their potential. Explore our innovative spaces, meet fellow future Knights, and see firsthand how UCF Downtown can help you achieve your dreams.
Class Registration
Whether entering UCF for the first time, or registering for your final semester, it’s important to know how to register for your courses as you plan to complete and fulfill requirements within your degree plan.
If your academic program is based downtown, all face-to-face classes for your major or minor are offered at the downtown campus. Online classes, if offered by your program, will be available online.
How to sign up for classes at UCF Downtown:
1.Log into myUCF
Use your NID and password
2.Navigate to Student Self Service
There you’ll be able to search for your classes.
3.Select the semester and location
Choose your academic semester and UCF Downtown as the location.
Alternatively, you may search for classes by class number.
4.Notice the building abbreviations when adding classes to your cart
For UCF Downtown buildings, the abbreviations are as follows:
- Communication and Media Building: CMB
- Dr. Phillips Academic Commons: DPAC
- UnionWest at Creative Village: UWCV
If you need additional assistance, contact the UCF Registrar’s Office.
Co-Listed Courses
Studying at UCF Downtown presents the opportunity for students to save money through our partnership with Valencia College. Because the campus is shared, students can take their general education program courses – like English, math and science – with a Valencia faculty member and attend general education courses with Valencia students, all at the downtown campus. Valencia faculty who teach downtown co-listed courses receive academic credentialing by UCF, and these courses are listed in transcripts as UCF courses but are offered at the reduced state college course rate. That means more money for your books and student needs!
Ready to register? When searching for classes at UCF Downtown, co-listed courses will be indicated in the “Class Notes” section of my.ucf.edu.
What about academic appeals? UCF students enrolled in UCF Downtown co-listed courses with Valencia College follow the UCF Golden Rule for Academic Appeals (see section 5.016). For additional information specific to how the academic appeal process works for downtown courses, read more. General information about UCF student complaints and appeal procedures can be found on this website.
UCF CO-LISTED ACADEMIC GRADE APPEALS
Who do I contact about a general concern for a co-listed class? UCF students enrolled in UCF Downtown co-listed courses should first speak to their instructor about questions or concerns. If the student has additional unanswered questions, they can be directed to the UCF Downtown Associate Provost at: ucfdowntown@ucf.edu or 407-823-1192.
Learning Support Center
Hours of Operation
- Mon–Thurs:
- 9 AM – 9 PM
- Friday:
- 9 AM – 2 PM
- Sat-Sun:
- Closed
The Learning Support Center at UCF Downtown is administered by Valencia College in partnership with the Student Academic Resource Center (SARC) at UCF. Tutoring services are offered to all enrolled students with limited services for select upper division courses.
These tutoring sessions or consultations support general education program (GEP) courses in subjects like psychology, mathematics and science, as well as select upper division courses in digital media and legal studies.
There is also a Writing Center to help with various types of writing, including analytical papers, essays, resumes and more. Writing consultants help students with brainstorming ideas, outlining essays, creating drafts, and provide guidance on grammar, punctuation, style and formatting.
Academic coaches are available online to provide one-on-one consultations with students who would like to enhance their study strategies and develop a plan for academic success. Online Instructional Peer Coaches are also available to provide one-on-one support to students to help them guide students on how to navigate online courses.
Please visit the Learning Support Center or Writing Center webpage to learn about how to get connected and to view the online tutoring schedule.
Student Support
Access and Accommodations
Student Accessibility Services (SAS) views disabilities as an integral part of the rich diversity of students attending UCF. To that end, the department works collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff at UCF Downtown to create an inclusive educational environment for students.
Need to discuss any course or campus barriers that may be preventing access to education and an equitable campus experience?
Both UCF and Valencia students interested in talking about educational barriers and reasonable accommodations have the opportunity to schedule an appointment to meet with an Accessibility Consultant. UCF Student Accessibility Services (SAS) has both an on-campus and virtual presence and is holding both appointments and drop-in hours.
Contact Student Accessibility Services
- Phone:
- 407-823-2371
- Fax:
- 407-823-2372
- Email:
- sas@ucf.edu
Testing
Students connected with UCF Student Accessibility Services (SAS) taking classes at the downtown campus and approved for testing accommodations need to schedule to take their tests in the UCF Downtown Testing Center.
The Testing Center also facilitates the following standardized tests:
- UCF Math Placement Test
- Accuplacer
Testing and Accommodations Services is located on the second floor of UnionWest. Email sasdowntown@ucf.edu or call 407-823-2371 to make an appointment. Appointments can be made for phone, Zoom, or in-person meetings.
In Person Office Hours
- Mon – Weds
- 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Virtual Hours
- Thurs – Fri
- 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Academic Success Coaching
Academic Success Coaching
Academic success coaches help students make important decisions like choosing a major, selecting courses and preparing for graduation. Meeting with an academic success coach regularly each semester will help students stay on track and learn more about opportunities post-graduation.
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