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University of Central Florida, Global Achievement Academy

United States

 

Study mode Start date Duration Fee Fee per Year of study
Full-time Jan, Aug years: 1 $23900 Whole course 2016 - 2017

Take year one of your undergraduate degree through Global UCF's Global Achievement Academy, and you'll join a community of talented international students, studying a program that combines credit-bearing modules, English Language instruction, and unique American cultural experiences. 


You can join the Global Achievement Academy in August, January or May. It is a year-long program (three semesters) and on successful completion you will progress onto year two of one of UCF’s 90+ undergraduate degrees.


Choose from three subject specific tracks, depending on your choice of major:

  • Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) track
  • Business and Finance track
  • General Studies

Modules

Modules:

  • Support
  • English
  • Local and global world views
  • Communications and communities
  • Analysis and interpretation

The ‘Support’ module includes a Live, Learn and Grow course that supports your personal and professional needs, giving you the skills to succeed beyond the GAA. The course includes eight unique cultural experiences, from a UCF Knights game to a campus-wise scavenger hunt, that connect you to your fellow students and the wider community.

Entry requirements

  • Completion of high school year 11 with a 2.5 GPA
  • TOEFL iBT® 60-79 or IELTS 5.0-6.0

How to apply?

  1. Complete application form at globalucf.com and email to admissions office along with certified copies of your academic transcripts. If eligible, you will receive a conditional offer letter.
  2. To formally accept your offer, you must satisfy all conditions outlined on your conditional offer letter, including submitting a $1000 deposit, a Certification of Finances, and accompanying documentation from your bank.
  3. Global UCF will send documentation to apply for visa processing with the U.S. Embassy in your country.

Location

Known as “the City beautiful,” Orlando is a center for the life sciences, medical innovation and technological developments, and UCF is at the heart of it all, allowing UCF to partner with leading research institutes and businesses to provide internship and employment opportunities for students and graduates. As a UCF student, you will enjoy one of the most enviable climates in the world. Orlando boasts a yearly average of 236 days of sunshine and an average temperature of 72 degrees F (22 degrees C), creating a perfect environment in which to live, study and explore. Central Florida is home to Walt Disney world, Universal Studios, Seaworld and nearly 100 other theme parks and attractions. more than 5,000 restaurants and miles of sandy beaches are just a short drive from campus. 

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