Residential Learning College
Live. Learn. Build Your Future
The College of Engineering and Computer Science Residential Learning College (RLC) gives students the opportunity to live alongside fellow future engineers, computer scientists, and technology leaders while building connections that support academic and personal success.
More than just a place to live, the RLC creates a community where learning extends beyond the classroom. Students gain access to faculty engagement, peer support, professional development opportunities, and exclusive experiences designed to help them thrive at UTC and prepare for their careers.
Why Join the CECS RLC?
- Connect with students who share your academic and career interests.
- Build a strong support network from your first day on campus.
- Participate in industry tours, employer visits, service projects, and social events
- Engage with CECS faculty and staff outside the classroom.
- Develop leadership, communication, and teamwork skills that employers value.
- Experience a supportive community focused on academic achievement and professional growth.
Housing Options
The CECS Residential Learning College offers two housing locations:
Oak Street Residence Hall
Designed for first-year students beginning their UTC journey and looking to build community with fellow CECS majors,
Virtual Tour: Coming soon.
Learn more about Oak Street Hall
UCF Apartments
Available for upperclass students who want to remain engaged in the CECS Residential Learning College community and its programming.
Virtual Tour: See UCF
Learn more about UC Foundation Apartments
CECS RLC Gap Scholarship
First-time freshmen accepted into the CECS Residential Learning College who demonstrate financial need may request consideration for a CECS RLC Gap Scholarship.
To be eligible, students must:
- Be accepted into the CECS RLC.
- Have a FAFSA on file with UTC Financial Aid and be identified as having financial need.
- Complete the UTC Housing application and submit any required fees or deposits.
Requests should be emailed to [email protected] by March 1 for the upcoming academic year. Please confirm that all eligibility requirements have been met and include any additional information you would like the scholarship committee to consider.
Scholarship decisions will be announced by April 1.
Ready to Apply?
Students interested in joining the CECS Residential Learning College must complete both the UTC Housing Application and the CECS RLC Application. Applications are reviewed beginning in January and then on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.
RLC Application found below.
RLC members build community through exciting excursions, like whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River.