Just over 50 years ago, Florida Technological University opened its doors to 2,000 students. Today, the University has grown to 60,000 students with 212 degree programs, and most recently named a “Next Generation University” by the New America Foundation.
The New America Foundation lauds itself as non-profit public policy institute that invests in new ideas and the new generation of America. Jeff Seligo, the lead author of the “Next Generation University”, praised UCF for initiatives such as DirectConnect and their availability of mixed-mode courses.
DirectConnect has guaranteed admission to the university if the student completes a two-year associates degree at a UCF partnered community college. The mixed-mode courses have accommodated the need for classes in the growing Orlando area. Over 60 percent of UCF students currently choose to take the online or mixed mode courses.
UCF was one of six public universities praised in the report which you can read here.
