Rosen College & Orlando: Steps Away from Industry
Surrounded by a multi-billion-dollar hospitality industry, Rosen College offers it’s students a unique direct exposure to real-world operations. Learning is shaped by everyday experiences and engagement with industry professionals and organizations, helping students understand how the industry functions at scale.
This close connection to the industry creates opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in meaningful ways, helping students build practical skills, professional awareness, and career readiness while they complete their degree from day one.
For hospitality education and research — ranked by ShanghaiRanking 2025.
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No. 1 Most Visited Destination in the Nation
(VisitOrlando)
No. 1 Best City to Start a Career in Florida
and No. 2 in the nation
(WalletHub)
No. 1 Happiest Vacation Destination in the U.S.
and No. 3 Globally
(BookRetreats.com, Holiday Happiness Index 2025)
No. 3 Best College City in the Nation
(WalletHub)
No. 2 Most Fun City in the Nation
(WalletHub)
No. 2 Best City for Recreation in the Nation
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Theme Parks & Attractions
Thrills & Experiences
Just minutes from Rosen College, world-renowned destinations like Universal Orlando Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, SeaWorld Orlando, and ICON Park place students at the center of the theme park capital of the world.
Entertainment
A Stage for Every Experience
Orlando’s entertainment scene is always on, with live shows, concerts, and immersive venues just minutes from campus. Students are surrounded by the energy and creativity that drive the entertainment industry.
Events
Built for Big Moments
Minutes from campus, the Orange County Convention Center anchors a district filled with conferences, exhibitions, festivals, and live events. From global conventions to local celebrations, students are surrounded by large-scale experiences year-round.
Hospitality
Where Excellence Lives
Surrounded by leading hotel brands and luxury resorts, Rosen College is located in one of the most concentrated hospitality corridors in the world. Students are steps away from the environments that define global service standards.
Sports
A City in Motion
With professional teams like the Orlando Magic and Orlando City SC, plus major sporting events year-round, students are just a short drive from some of the region’s top sports and entertainment venues.
Dining
A Culinary Playground
From global flavors to innovative dining concepts, Orlando’s food scene is constantly evolving just steps from Rosen College. Home to the headquarters of Darden Restaurants, the region reflects the scale and diversity of the restaurant industry.
A Thriving Hub for Hospitality Careers & Growth
Rosen College is located in the heart of Central Florida’s multi-billion-dollar tourism industry, one of the most dynamic hospitality regions in the world. As a leading source of hospitality talent, the college helps meet growing industry demand across hotels, resorts, theme parks, events, dining, and entertainment.
The hospitality and leisure sector continues to expand rapidly, with millions of new jobs projected in the coming years, creating strong demand for skilled professionals ready to enter the workforce.
At Rosen College, students take advantage of this unmatched location to learn, train, and build their careers surrounded by global industry leaders. With access to real-world experiences, internships, and strong industry partnerships, students gain the skills and confidence needed to succeed in a competitive global marketplace.
In leisure and hospitality will be created in the U.S. by 2031.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Where Passion Meets Purpose
Rosen College offers a full range of academic pathways designed to prepare students for leadership in the global hospitality and tourism industry. From undergraduate study to advanced research, every program is built around real-world experience, industry connection, and career readiness in one of the world’s most dynamic sectors.
Our Academic Programs
Entertainment Management, BS
Event Management, BS
Hospitality Management, BS
Lodging and Restaurant Management, BS
Theme Park and Attraction Management, BS
Event Leadership, MS (Online)
Hospitality and Tourism Management, MS
Travel Technology and Analytics, MS
Hospitality Management, PhD
Explore Rosen College in Person
Campus tours and information sessions at Rosen College offer a closer look at our academic programs, student spaces, and the unique learning environment in Orlando. Visitors can explore campus and see how students connect classroom learning with real-world hospitality experiences just minutes from leading industry partners and destinations.
To schedule your campus visit and explore Rosen College firsthand, please email rosencollege@ucf.edu. We look forward to welcoming you to Orlando and our campus.
