Overview

Students in the Photonic Science and Engineering program of University of Central Florida have many unique advantages. CREOL is home to faculty who are world renowned and leaders in the fields of optics and photonics.

Other strong advantages include:

Strong undergraduate faculty who have lead the graduate programs to be ranked in the Top 15 nationally

Strong connections to industry, enabling students to find internship opportunities

Very active undergraduate student organization, the Society of Optics Students (SOS), which holds many events of value to our students.

Strong academic advising program where students can get help as they register for courses and plan their degree program.

Only bachelor’s of its kind offered in Florida.

Key Facts

Graduates of the PSE program are in high demand and command high salaries. A typical starting salary is in the $60,000-70,000 range.

With over 35,000 U.S. companies in the field, graduates have opportunities to work in the biomedical, aerospace, communication, energy production, data storage, defense and national security, information processing, or advanced manufacturing industries.

Plus, we have a strong master’s and Ph.D. program for those who wish to pursue an advanced degree. We have programs that allow students to easily transition to graduate school or earn graduate level credit while still earning their bachelor’s degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engineering Concepts and Methods

Engineering Analysis and Computation

Probability and Statistics for Engineers

Linear Circuits

Semiconductor Devices

Electronics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Orlando, United States

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Electronics & Embedded Technology Natural Sciences View 395 other Bachelors in Natural Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete and submit the online application

Official transcripts, graduation certificates and/or leaving exam results for all international and U.S. secondary schools (high schools) attended. Refer to our Country Reference Guide for a list of secondary school credentials required by country.

Certified literal translation for any documentation submitted in a language other than English, if applicable

All official AICE, AP, Cambridge AS/A level scores, CLEP and IB scores, if applicable

Official SAT or ACT

Submit proof of English proficiency, if required

Submit required immigration documentation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

22482 USD / year

≈ 22482 USD / year
Out-of-State

22482 USD / year

≈ 22482 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5954 USD / year

≈ 5954 USD / year

Living costs

Orlando

United States

1111 - 1939 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Orlando

Funding

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