Taking a gap year before starting at UCF?

Can incoming students take a gap year after being accepted to the University of Central Florida? I'm wondering what policies they have in place for deferring admission and if there are any conditions.

Yes, indeed, incoming students at the University of Central Florida (UCF) are allowed to defer their admission for a gap year. When you receive your acceptance letter from UCF, you can submit a written request to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for a deferred admission.

In your request, you should clearly explain why you want to defer your admission. This might include personal reasons, travel, volunteer work, or internships. It's important to keep in mind that deferred admission requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

However, do remember that while you can defer your admission, UCF generally doesn't allow newly admitted freshmen to take college courses during their gap year. You can, however, follow a program like City Year or a similar organization. If you want to take courses at another institution during your gap year, you'll need to reapply to UCF as a transfer student.

Once UCF approves your request for deferred admission, you'll need to pay a non-refundable enrollment deposit, which will confirm your spot for admission in the following year.

Deferring your admission is a significant decision, and you should make sure it aligns with your academic and personal goals. It's worth discussing this decision with your parents, academic advisor, or counselor before making a final choice.