Fall 2026 Graduate Orientation - Master’s, Non-Degree Seeking, and Certificate Students

    Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM until 12:30 PMEastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00

    UCF Student Union
    12715 Pegasus Dr
    Orlando, FL 32816
    United States

    Congratulations on your admission to a UCF graduate program. Get ready to launch the next chapter of your academic career!  

    The master’s, non-degree seeking and certificate orientation will be held on August 13th from 9 AM – 12:30 PM in the UCF Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom. 
     
    Grad Launch is your ultimate UCF orientation experience. This session is specifically designed for students entering a master's program or a certificate as well as those who are non-degree seeking. At this Grad Launch event, you will have the opportunity to build lasting connections and learn about what makes UCF great. This event includes a campus tour and presentations from key resource offices on campus, including the UCF Library, Graduate Studies, Health Services, and more. Grad Launch is designed to provide ample time to build connections with your fellow graduate students and get answers to any questions you have. Join us for this exciting start to your UCF journey. 
     
    Fall 2026 Grad Launch Orientation includes the following: 

    • Registration & Welcome  
    • Getting to Know UCF 
    • Guided Campus Tour 
    • UCF Resources & Well-Being 
    • College of Graduate Studies & Next Steps  
    • ​​​​​​​Living the Knight Life Resource Fair 

    Note: Some programs have program-specific orientations. Please check with your program director or program coordinator for more information about program-specific topics. 
     
    If you have any questions, please contact  gradorientation@ucf.edu 

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