UCF Housing Viewbook 2020–21

WELCOME HOME, KNIGHTS

2020–21

HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE

ORLANDO

WHY LIVE ON CAMPUS?

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The reasons are as endless as the opportunities, but here are a few: • • • • • • • • •

The full UCF experience Academic success Safety and security Clean and well-maintained facilities Living Learning Communities Furnished rooms and apartments Lifelong friendships Utilities included Happy parents

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10 COMMUNITIES

SUCCESS FROM THE START Many students agree — living on campus is the most rewarding experience of their college lives. And when you live in one of our 10 housing communities, you’ll be in the middle of the action with quick, easy access to classes, dining, recreation and events.

All UCF Housing communities come with the security and convenience of 24-hour staff support, furnished rooms, all utilities included, high-speed Wi-Fi, individual leases and unbeatable locations.

Which UCF community is right for you? housing.ucf.edu/choices/getstarted

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HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE

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24 HR. ASSISTANCE

KEY TO CAMPUS LIFE All UCF Housing communities have Resident Assistants (RAs) on site. Your RA is here to help you make a smooth transition to UCF, create connections with other students in your community, and make the most of your experience as a Knight. From campus resources to exciting events, RAs are specially trained to guide you through every facet of college life.

GROW AND EXPLORE Our Housing and Residence Life staff creates a year-round learning plan that is designed to help you become a productive global citizen. It focuses on key concepts: community engagement, self-awareness, and equity and inclusion.

You’ll learn something new by attending community meetings, talking with your RA and taking part in campus events. Online videos and newsletters will help you stay connected with neighbors.

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HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE

AASHARI WILLIAMS Year

Sophomore Major

Actuarial Sciences and Statistics Hometown

Tallahassee, Florida Community

Tower 3

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FAVORITE THING ABOUT LIVING ON CAMPUS: I love being so close to everything, it really immerses you into the college experience!

FAVORITE RA MEMORY: I have so many great memories I can’t pick one, but my favorite thing to do as an RA is getting to personally know all of my residents. It’s so rewarding to be a resource for them and help them through their time at UCF.

ADVICE TO FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS: Put yourself out there, go to as many events as possible and be kind to everyone. You never know who you could end up making memories with.

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LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITIES

DON’T JUST LIVE WHERE YOU LEARN,

LEARN WHERE YOU LIVE. A Living Learning Community is a group of students who live together on a floor or

within a building based on a common major, interest or program affiliation. This allows you to live and learn with a smaller group of students who have similar goals and experiences. To learn about our Living Learning Communities, go to housing.ucf.edu/llc.

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Cool off in the 186,000-gallon leisure pool, or take a few laps in the lap pool.

Meet up with friends, grab a snack and take a break between classes.

Feel the burn with a wide array of exercise equipment in the Recreation and Wellness Center.

Cheer on the Knights at athletics venues across campus, including Spectrum Stadium.

Take a hike, plant a garden and explore nature in the 82-acre Arboretum.

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OPTIONS SO MANY GREAT

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FIRST THINGS FIRST,

PICK YOUR PREFERRED CAMPUS AND AGREEMENT TYPE

CAMPUS: MAIN LATER, CHOOSE YOUR ROOM AND ROOMMATES ONLINE ONLINE ROOM SELECTION Once your housing agreement has been submitted and confirmed, you can find roommates and choose a Living Learning Community, if you prefer. On your appointment date for online room selection, you will choose from the available rooms in your housing agreement type.

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At UCF’s main campus, there are three different housing agreements.

Each option will keep you connected to major campus happenings, from sporting events and concerts to traditions such as Spirit Splash.

ACADEMIC-YEAR AGREEMENT The academic-year agreement includes fall and spring semesters only and is our most popular option for first-year students. Choosing this option means you will live in one of the following main campus communities: Apollo, Lake Claire, Libra, Neptune, Nike and Hercules.

UCF

has housing communities on three different campuses,

so location should be at the top of your list when deciding where to live. We offer five housing agreements, and each one includes a variety of floorplans for you to make your home in.

NORTHVIEW AGREEMENT The NorthView agreement is yearround and includes fall, spring and the following summer. Residents at NorthView enjoy private bedrooms and bathrooms in every apartment, along with amenities like a resort-style pool, game room and fitness center.

TOWERS AGREEMENT The Towers at Knights Plaza agreement is year-round and includes fall, spring and the following summer. Private bedrooms with fullsize beds and a great location next to our on-campus shopping center make the Towers a popular option.

CAMPUS: UCF DOWNTOWN UNIONWEST AGREEMENT UnionWest at Creative Village offers a year-round agreement, which includes fall, spring and the following summer.

UnionWest is a great option for Knights who are studying communications, digital media, public administration, legal studies, public affairs, and health management and informatics. In addition to being close to classes at UCF Downtown, students can find tons of opportunities in the heart of downtown Orlando.

BE SURE TO APPLY EARLY! Room-selection appointments are assigned based on when you complete your housing agreement. When applying, you only need to select your agreement type. Your specific community, building and room will be finalized later on during online room selection.

CAMPUS: ROSEN COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT ROSEN AGREEMENT The Rosen College Apartments agreement includes fall and spring, with the option of adding summer. For students looking to make it in the hospitality industry, Rosen College Apartments put you right in the center of Orlando’s bustling tourism industry.

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HOUSING OPTIONS

MAIN CAMPUS ACADEMIC-YEAR AGREEMENT First-year students can live in any of our housing communities, but the following communities are specially designed with you in mind.

With academic-year agreements (fall and spring) and dedicated services, programs and staff, these communities help ensure a smooth transition to college life. Shared bedrooms in Nike, Hercules, Libra and Apollo are typically reserved for first-year students because of the unique opportunity to live and interact with each other. Each student is provided with a bed, desk, chair, dresser and closet. First-year housing is the best place to build friendships that will last a lifetime.

COMMUNITIES

APOLLO LAKE CLAIRE LIBRA NEPTUNE NIKE HERCULES 14

ACADEMIC-YEAR AGREEMENT • MAIN CAMPUS • FALL & SPRING

APOLLO APOLLO SUITE

As campus’ most centrally located community, Apollo offers convenient access to the Health Center, John C. Hitt Library, Reflecting Pond, ’63 South dining hall and the 24-hour All Knight Study in Ferrell Commons. Suites include two shared bedrooms and an unfurnished living space that allows residents to decorate to their personal taste. With only first-year students living in Apollo, new Knights can get to know one another more easily in the community lounge area.

F E AT U R E S

• Shared bedrooms • Shared bathrooms • Community lounge area, laundry rooms and vending machines

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ACADEMIC-YEAR AGREEMENT • MAIN CAMPUS • FALL & SPRING

LAKE CLAIRE The Lake Claire community allows residents to quickly get to the Lake Claire Recreation Area, where they can enjoy canoes, kayaks, outdoor exercise areas and a sand volleyball court. Apartments are limited in the community and feature four private bedrooms, two shared bathrooms, a kitchen and living room. Lake Claire offers dedicated parking and is close to the Student Union, Performing Arts and Memory Mall.

F E AT U R E S

• Private bedrooms • Shared bathrooms • Kitchen

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LAKE CLAIRE APARTMENT

LIBRA LIBRA L-SHAPED SUITE

Libra community’s six residence halls are exclusive to first-year students and provide easy access to the Health Center, John C. Hitt Library and ’63 South dining hall. Libra’s L-shaped suites offer a more separated floorplan and extra closet space for each resident. The square-shaped suites allow students to meet their

LIBRA SQUARE-SHAPED SUITE

neighbors more easily by providing access to a shared, furnished living space on each floor.

F E AT U R E S

• Options for floorplans • Shared bedrooms • Shared bathrooms • Community lounge area, kitchen, laundry rooms and vending machines

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ACADEMIC-YEAR AGREEMENT • MAIN CAMPUS • FALL & SPRING

NEPTUNE NEPTUNE SUITE

The beautiful Neptune community features suites with private bedrooms. Each floor has a living room, laundry facilities and a kitchen. Situated on the south end of campus along with Nike and Hercules, Neptune residents enjoy quick access to the Recreation and Wellness Center, Leisure Pool and intramural sports fields.

F E AT U R E S

• Private bedrooms • Shared bathrooms • Floor lounges and kitchens

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NIKE AND HERCULES NIKE/HERCULES SHARED SUITE The Nike and Hercules communities house several of our Living Learning Communities and offer easy access to the Leisure Pool, Recreation and Wellness Center, basketball and tennis courts, and dedicated resident parking.

F E AT U R E S

• Shared bedrooms • Shared bathrooms

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NORTHVIEW AGREEMENT • MAIN CAMPUS • FALL, SPRING & SUMMER

NORTHVIEW 4/4 LOFT APARTMENT- FLOOR 1

4/4 LOFT APARTMENT- FLOOR 2

Located just north of Spectrum Stadium, NorthView offers the safety and security of UCF Housing with modern amenities and features of luxury apartments.

Designed with students in mind, the community includes a resort-style pool, sky deck, recreation room, sand volleyball court and more.

2/2 APARTMENT, SQUARE-SHAPED

You can choose from a variety of 4-bedroom and 2-bedroom floor plans — including a 4-bedroom, 2-story loft unit — in this upscale community.

F E AT U R E S

• Private bedrooms • Private bathrooms • Kitchen with dishwasher • Granite countertops • Washer and dryer • Secured parking

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4/4 APARTMENT, FLAT

2/2 APARTMENT, L-SHAPED

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TOWERS AGREEMENT • MAIN CAMPUS • FALL, SPRING & SUMMER

Located near Addition Financial Arena and Spectrum Stadium,

THE TOWERS AT KNIGHTS PLAZA

the Towers are just a short walk from watching Knights athletics in action, attending concerts and picking up your Amazon order.

Hungry? There are so many places to grab a bite in Knights Plaza, from popular eateries like Subway and Domino’s to local favorites such as Gringos Locos and Pop Parlour.

F E AT U R E S

• Private bedrooms • Private or shared bathrooms • Kitchen with dishwasher • Exclusive discounts at Knights Plaza • Resident-only parking garages

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4X2 APARTMENT

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UNIONWEST AGREEMENT • UCF DOWNTOWN • FALL, SPRING & SUMMER

Living at UnionWest puts you just steps away from classes at the UCF Downtown campus, along with

UNIONWEST AT CREATIVE VILLAGE UCF DOWNTOWN

all the internships, professional opportunities, dining, entertainment and culture Orlando’s city center has to offer. Our newest housing community includes three floorplan options, with private bedroom and baths available, and comes complete with contemporary finishes and skyline views. Floors 7-15 each include a gathering space with a full kitchen, laundry facilities and space to study and lounge.

The lower levels of UnionWest also house student service offices, such as academic advising and financial aid, to make it easier for downtown residents to get help when they need it.

The community’s on-site 7,900-square-foot Recreation and Wellness Center includes a multipurpose fitness studio, cardio machines, weight equipment and added functional fitness space. On the sixth floor is the Collaborative, a resident-only club room with lounge and study areas, gaming area and outdoor patio with a scenic view of the city.

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4/2 APARTMENT - 6 RESIDENTS

4/4 APARTMENT - 4 RESIDENTS

Located close to UCF’s Communication and Media Building and the Creative Village Central Park, UnionWest is within walking distance from classes, and 4/2 SUITE - 6 RESIDENTS

residents can take advantage of the optional parking in the attached garage. There are also plenty of transportation options to get around the area, such as the free UCF shuttle, free LYMMO bus, LYNX, SunRail, and Orlando bike and car share programs.

F E AT U R E S

• Options for floorplans • Options for private and shared bedrooms and bathrooms • 24/7 on-site security and maintenance staff • Six-story parking garage • Mini-fridge for each resident • New, contemporary furniture and finishings • Secure bike storage • High-speed Wi-Fi and extended cable • Private, residential elevators • Power, water, sewer and trash, with no utility cap • Community lounge and study space • Close to several modes of public transportation

UnionWest is located just 25 minutes from UCF’s main campus, and UCF shuttle buses take you to and from the main campus for free.

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ROSEN AGREEMENT • ROSEN CAMPUS • FALL & SPRING WITH SUMMER OPTION

ROSEN COLLEGE APARTMENTS UCF ROSEN COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT Hospitality majors have a unique housing opportunity — a private bedroom apartment on a campus dedicated to you. The Rosen College campus provides you an academic home in the heart of Orlando’s world-famous tourism industry. By living where you learn, you’ll form lifelong friendships with the people who share your passion for hospitality.

The Rosen College Apartments feature 4-bedroom, 2-bath and 2-bedroom, 1-bath layouts, a concierge lounge and a heated pool on a resort-style campus.

F E AT U R E S

• Private bedrooms • Shared bathrooms • Kitchen

Rosen College is located just 30 minutes from UCF’s main campus, and UCF shuttle buses take you to and from the main campus for free.

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ROSEN 4/2 APARTMENT

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FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS Q: A RE FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS GUARANTEED HOUSING AT UCF? A: No. There are more students who request housing than can be accommodated, so it is very important to apply for housing as soon as you are offered admission. If the type of housing you request is full, you may have the opportunity to switch to another type of UCF Housing based on availability. First-year housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

Q: W HAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN ACADEMIC-YEAR (FALL AND SPRING) AGREEMENT AND A YEAR-ROUND (FALL, SPRING, AND SUMMER) AGREEMENT? A: This is one of the first decisions you will need to make.

Students who choose an academic-year agreement will live in their assigned room for Fall 2020 and Spring 2021, leaving during the winter break. Residents of the Rosen College Apartments will also have this type of agreement but are not required to leave during the winter break. Students who choose The Towers, NorthView or UnionWest will sign a year-round agreement for Fall 2020, Spring 2021 and Summer 2021 — never having to leave during their agreement.

Q: C AN I BRING MY CAR TO CAMPUS? A: It’s not necessary to have a car at UCF, but parking is available for students living on campus. A shuttle system is available and serves the on- and off-campus apartment complexes. Parking information is available at parking.ucf.edu.

Q: A RE HOUSING TOURS AVAILABLE? A: Yes. Daily housing tours of multiple communities are provided Monday through Friday, except on holidays.

Details on in-person tours and video tours can be found at housing.ucf.edu/tours. You may also submit a request online for tours in Spanish.

Q: HOW DOES DINING ON CAMPUS WORK? A: Go to ucf.campusdish.com to choose from several optional dining memberships, each with access to UCF’s two dining halls — ’63 South in Ferrell Commons and Knightro’s by the CFE Arena. On-campus eateries are abundant, too, and include Chick-fil-A, Einstein Bros.

Bagels, Café Bustelo, Pollo Tropical and more. You can also do your own cooking. Appliances permitted vary by room type. You can find those details at housing.ucf.edu/faq under “What to Expect.”

Q: W HERE CAN I GET MORE INFORMATION ON HOUSING RATES AND OPTIONS? A: Up-to-date housing information is available at housing.ucf.edu. Rates are subject to change.

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NEXT STEPS

HOW TO APPLY FOR HOUSING

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CHOOSE YOUR CAMPUS AND AGREEMENT TYPE.

ACADEMIC-YEAR AGREEMENT, MAIN CAMPUS • Fall and spring semesters • Apollo, Hercules, Lake Claire, Libra, Neptune and Nike communities

TOWERS AGREEMENT, MAIN CAMPUS • Fall, spring and summer semesters • Towers at Knights Plaza

NORTHVIEW AGREEMENT, MAIN CAMPUS • Fall, spring and summer semesters • Northview community

UNIONWEST AGREEMENT, UCF DOWNTOWN CAMPUS • Fall, spring and summer semesters • UnionWest at Creative Village

ROSEN COLLEGE APARTMENTS AGREEMENT, ROSEN CAMPUS • Fall and spring semesters + summer option • Rosen College Apartments

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APPLY FOR HOUSING ONLINE AT MY.UCF.EDU. • • • •

Select your agreement type Create your profile.

Sign the terms and conditions.

Submit your prepayment.

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FIND YOUR ROOMMATES. After your housing agreement is confirmed, complete a profile and match with roommates.

SELECT YOUR ROOM ASSIGNMENT ONLINE. Participate in online room selection.

Select your room assignment online with your roommate group during the online room selection process May through July.

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MOVE IN! More information at housing.ucf.edu.

REMINDERS • No student is guaranteed housing on campus, so everyone is encouraged to apply early.

• A prepayment is required for the housing agreement to be accepted as complete.

• Students can view their housing status, room and roommate information in the housing portal on myUCF. • Students can make roommate requests, choose a Living Learning Community and indicate room

APPLY FOR A LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITY. After your application is complete, you may select a Living Learning Community that

priorities on myUCF. • Confirmed students who do not participate in online room selection will be assigned based on their profile.

• Housing agreements are subject to cancellation, and

matches your interests or academic focus at

any prepayments will be forfeited if the admissions

my.ucf.edu.

enrollment deposit is not paid.

• For detailed application instructions, visit

VERIFY YOUR HOUSING AGREEMENT STATUS. Check for your housing agreement status to change to “confirmed” on the housing portal

housing.ucf.edu and select “Apply.”

Note: First-year students are given preference for housing on the Orlando main campus. Students of all classifications may apply

myUCF. A “confirmed” status indicates that

for student housing located at the Rosen College Apartments,

a space has been reserved for you in campus

UnionWest and NorthView. Married and family student housing is

housing.

not available at UCF.

UNIONWEST

THE TOWERS AT KNIGHTS PLAZA

NORTHVIEW

ROSEN COLLEGE APARTMENTS

NIKE/HERCULES SUITES

YEAR-ROUND

NIKE/HERCULES APARTMENTS

NEPTUNE

LIBRA

LAKE CLAIRE

COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS

APOLLO

ACADEMIC-YEAR

BEST PLACE FOR

Freshmen/First-year Students Upperclassmen Transfer Students Hospitality Majors Downtown Majors TYPE OF AGREEMENT

Academic-year (fall/spring) Year-round (fall/spring/summer) Open During Breaks RESIDENCE LIFE AND SUPPORT

UCF Resident Assistants Student Leadership Opportunities Living Learning Communities AMENITIES

Private Bedroom Shared Bedroom Private Bathroom Shared Bathroom Kitchen Weekly Cleaning Wireless Internet Furnished AFFORDABLE LIVING

Utilities Included Pay with Financial Aid

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