Celebrating the Universal Education Center’s 30th Graduating Class

This year, the Universal Education Center’s (UEC) 30th graduating class received their diplomas – an achievement that speaks to the dedication of these hardworking students at Universal Orlando. 

Started in 1994, the UEC serves as an alternate education program and partnership with Orange County Public Schools (OCPS), offering up to 40 junior and senior high school students per year the chance to thrive in an environment with small class sizes and more focused attention than the traditional classroom setting. 

When they aren’t in class, the students spend their time working in the parks, gaining real-world experience. With a 100% graduation rate from the program, these students are well-equipped for life after high school – and this year, all 16 graduates are staying on as Universal Orlando team members, where they’ll be able to apply the valuable skills learned at the Universal Education Center.