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University of Central Florida Mission, Vision, and Goals

UCF Mission Statement

The University of Central Florida is a public multi-campus, metropolitan research university, dedicated to serving its surrounding communities with their diverse and expanding populations, technological corridors, and international partners. The mission of the university is to offer high-quality undergraduate and graduate education, student development, and continuing education; to conduct research and creative activities; and to provide services that enhance the intellectual, cultural, environmental, and economic development of the metropolitan region, address national and international issues in key areas, establish UCF as a major presence, and contribute to the global community.

UCF Vision

The University of Central Florida will be the nation’s leading metropolitan research university recognized for its intellectual, cultural, technological, and professional contributions and renowned for its outstanding programs and partnerships.

UCF Goals

  • Goal 1: Offer the best undergraduate education available in Florida.
  • Goal 2: Achieve international prominence in key programs of graduate study and research.
  • Goal 3: Provide international focus to our curricula and research programs.
  • Goal 4: Become more inclusive and diverse.
  • Goal 5: Be America's leading partnership university.

UCF Mission, Vision, Values Statement, and Goals were approved by UCF Board of Trustees, January 24, 2002