Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) prepares underrepresented, low-income and first generation college students to pursue advanced degrees. AAP works in collaboration with faculty, staff, local, and national partners to provide a range of graduate school preparation programs and services. Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of initiatives designed to increase their awareness and knowledge of the graduate and professional school application process, graduate school funding, summer research programs, and fellowship opportunities.

UCF's Academic Advancement Programs include the Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (McNair Scholars Program), UCF Research and Mentoring Program (RAMP), as well as a variety of Graduate School preparation programs and workshops.