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Mission: The University of Central Florida’s Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) collaborates with faculty, staff, and partners to empower students across all majors. We guide students toward competitive candidacy for graduate, health professional, and law schools preparing them to contribute to their communities. 

Vision: The Vision of Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) is to model a comprehensive graduate and professional school preparedness culture at UCF, where students aiming for graduate, health professional, and law schools receive holistic assistance, resources, and experiences to become competitive candidates. We strive for excellence in collaboration with faculty, staff, and coaching partners, maintaining relationships that empower students to make informed, strategic decisions about their future educational pursuits.

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Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) invites you to stop by and connect with Kiana Poole from the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) to learn more about their osteopathic medical programs and pathways into medical school.  This tabling event is a great opportunity to…
Academic Advancement Programs invites you to this Talk Tuesday session featuring Abby Milon from UCF Legal Studies for a workshop on how to find, succeed in, and leverage legal internships. Learn how to align opportunities with your goals, build your…
Academic Advancement Programs invites you to this Welcome Wednesday session featuring Dr. Ali Gordon, Professor and Director of Graduate Affairs from the College of Engineering and Computer Science. This workshop will guide students in turning undergraduate research experiences into opportunities…
Calling all future doctors! Academic Advancement Programs invites you to join this info session.  Located in Nashville, TN, Belmont University’s Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine blends innovation, mentorship, and mission-driven training. In this session featuring Dr. Caleb Marsh…