College Roadmap · Family ROI Report
UNIVERSITY · CDS 2022-2023
University of Central Florida (UCF)
Prepared for Sample Student · Orlando, FL
Best-case 4-yr offset
$79,308
AP savings + National Merit Scholarship
Typical 4-yr offset
$44,124
AP + avg merit × 4 · 10% receive merit
Need-based (if eligible)
up to $34,236 / 4 yrs
Admissions Reality
41.0%
Yield 33.3% · Test Required
Annual Sticker Cost
$42,324
Net after avg aid: $33,765
AP Tuition Saved
$28,908
36 credits · 2.4 semester(s)
Admissions Profile
SAT Total (mid 50%)
1200–1360
ACT Composite
25–29
GPA
Not reported
Decision Plans
RD
Average GPA of 4.19; 72% with 4.0
Cost Breakdown
Tuition$22,482
Fees$0
Room & board$13,412
Cost of Attendance (sticker)$42,324
Average need-based aid− $8,559
Net price (avg)$33,765
Merit Scholarship Opportunity
Pegasus Scholarship (Gold, Silver, Bronze)
$1,500–$7,500 /yr
Provost Scholarship
$1,500–$7,500 /yr
National Merit Scholarship
$12,600 /yr
AP Investment & Return
Based on UCF's AP credit policy (min score 3, capped at 45 credits).
Edit AP profile
Calculus BC
+8 credits · $6,424
5
Chemistry
+8 credits · $6,424
5
Biology
+8 credits · $6,424
5
English Language
+6 credits · $4,818
4
US History
+6 credits · $4,818
4
Credits
36
Sem. saved
2.4
Saved
$28,908
College Board Recognition
AP Scholar with Distinction
Average score of 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3+ on 5 or more exams.
Say to the parent
"UCF is a fantastic option for students who want a big-school experience with top-tier academics, especially in STEM fields. The university is a major research institution, so your child will have opportunities to get involved in cutting-edge projects and work with world-renowned faculty."
Say to the student
"UCF has a really energetic and diverse campus culture. There are tons of clubs and organizations to get involved in, and the school spirit is off the charts. Plus, being in Orlando means you're close to all the theme parks and everything else the city has to offer."
College Admissions Co-pilot · Sourced from CDS 2022-2023 + official school financial aid & AP credit policy pagesUpdated 2026-04-22