The UCF Housing Facebook account shared Monday that the “Access to Opportunities” scholarship portal is now open for the 2026–27 academic year.
The launch marks the beginning of the yearly window for students to secure institutional funding. To drive early engagement, the Office of Student Financial Assistance is offering a financial incentive for students who complete their general application within the first week of the cycle.
Students who submitted their applications between Jan. 26 and Jan. 30 will be entered into a random drawing for a $1,000 scholarship. According to the announcement, the recipient must be enrolled in the fall 2026 term to claim the award.
The university has centralized the process to make it easier for students to find and apply for institutional aid. To apply, students should:
Visit https://ucf.academicworks.com/.Log in using their UCF NID and password.Complete the general application form, which matches students with various scholarship opportunities they might qualify for.
For further details, the Office of Student Financial Assistance can be reached through its official website.