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Universal School of Experience Leadership and Innovation.

Open · as of May 11, 2026

“UCF and Universal launched a first-of-its-kind theme-park school” — Aug 31, 2026.

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UCF and Universal launch the school — backed by a $10M investment from Universal, housed at Rosen College on Universal Boulevard in a dual-school model alongside the School of Hospitality Leadership.

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Opening · Aug 31, 2026

UCF and Universal launched a first-of-its-kind theme-park school

Announced May 11, 2026, the Universal School of Experience Leadership and Innovation is backed by a $10 million investment from Universal Destinations & Experiences and housed within UCF’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management on Universal Boulevard, operating alongside the School of Hospitality Leadership in a dual-school model.

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