Freshman (First Time in College - FTIC)

Every incoming freshman is assigned a professional first year academic advisor in one of the five offices listed below. These advisors also collaborate with the University's Colleges and Schools, and link students to advisors in various academic programs. The assignment of a first year advising office will be based on the specialized services of each program and the students' particular needs. Please know that although you have been assigned to an advisor in one of the offices, you are not limited to seeking help there. Academic advising is one of the most important services provided at UCF and can impact a student's successful progression to graduation.

New FTIC Students can expect to:

  1. Attend a mandatory UCF Orientation that will provide:
    1. Initial academic advising in a group setting and preparation for the first term, including schedule planning and registration
    2. An assessment of high school grades, entrance and placement test scores, and AP, IB and CLEP credit;
    3. An awareness of expectations for success at UCF; and,
    4. Information about key academic policies and important deadlines.
  2. Connect with their first year advising office according to the following designated priority order:
    1. First Year Advising and Exploration (FYAE) for first year students in the KSP and EXCEL programs and those not in a special population listed below (PH 116)
    2. Academic Services for Student-Athletes (ASSA) for student athletes (WDSC 110)
    3. Student Academic Resource Center (SARC) for Participants in the College Achievement Program (CAP) or Pegasus Success Program (PH 113)
    4. Multicultural Academic and Support Services (MASS) for all students in the SOAR program (PH 102)
    5. Sophomore and Second Year Center (SSYC) for freshman students entering UCF with 45 or more college credits earned through accelerated mechanisms from AP, IB, CLEP, and/or dual enrollment courses (PH 215)

These offices provide students with general education advising, academic exploration for undeclared students, academic support, registration assistance, and on-going information about University policies and procedures throughout the first year experience. For more information about the first year advising offices and their services, please see the Student Development and Enrollment Services chapter of this Undergraduate Catalog.

  1. Participate in programs and advising activities that will promote a successful transition from high school to the university.
  2. Transition to an academic advising office within the college of the student's chosen major at the beginning of the sophomore year.