University of Central Florida: what international applicants need

What are University of Central Florida's application deadlines for 2026–27?

University of Central Florida has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on October 15, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is University of Central Florida's acceptance rate?

40.1% for students who started in fall 2024: University of Central Florida admitted 24,653 of its 61,456 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does University of Central Florida require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

Yes. University of Central Florida requires SAT or ACT scores from first-year applicants for 2026–27.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (October 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is September 12, 2026: scores on September 25, 2026, registration by August 28, 2026 (late registration September 1, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for University of Central Florida?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 590–670 in Math and 610–680 in Reading and Writing (71% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 25–29.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is University of Central Florida's application fee for international students?

University of Central Florida's application fee is $30 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does University of Central Florida accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. University of Central Florida accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does University of Central Florida accept?

University of Central Florida doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does University of Central Florida require?

University of Central Florida doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does University of Central Florida require the Common App personal essay?

No. University of Central Florida doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does University of Central Florida have?

1,968 of University of Central Florida's 59,552 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does University of Central Florida cost for international students?

University of Central Florida is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $22,467 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $6,368). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $12,452. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $41,349 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does University of Central Florida give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, University of Central Florida gave institutional scholarships or grants to 358 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25