Big achievements.
Bold goals.
Boundless futures.

USF Campuses

Three Campuses — One USF

Each USF campus offers a one-of-a-kind college experience – all under the umbrella of a single Preeminent Research University.

Map of USF campuses in Florida

Learn more about each campus below

Student Life

Don’t just earn a college degree.
Make incredible memories along the way.

Why USF

Discover Why Students Choose USF

From our stunning campus locations and amenities to our diverse culture and exceptional resources, discover the numerous reasons students love calling USF home. With the academic and support opportunities available, students benefit today when they start their degrees and tomorrow when they step into their careers.





Pursue Your Passion Outside the Classroom

Students can easily connect with others who share their interests, culture or beliefs. USF features more than 600 clubs and organizations across our three campuses. Whether students want to support a cause, continue engaging in a beloved activity or explore something new, USF's student-run clubs and organizations are a great way to make friends, expand horizons and get involved on campus.





Find Your Fit

At USF, we emphasize a balanced approach to education that doesn’t end with academics. Students stay physically active with award-winning recreation centers, swimming pools, fitness classes, watersports and more. We feature on-campus medical clinics and counseling services to keep students healthy inside and out. Plus, we offer numerous other services, such as career counseling, tutoring and financial education, to ensure our students finish their degrees ready to take the next big step.





Choose Excitement — Choose USF

An average day at USF is anything but average. Across our three locations, students enjoy 1,000+ on-campus events each year, from concerts and celebrity guest lectures to movies and art exhibits. This includes special cultural events where we come together to celebrate USF's global diversity and learn about our rich student body made up of students from across the world. All USF students also receive free admission to 18 men’s and women’s varsity sports.

See more student life highlights at each campus:

TAMPA STUDENT CAMPUS LIFE
ST. PETERSBURG CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE
SARASOTA-MANATEE CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE

Research

Discoveries happen all the time at USF.
Will your student be a part?

RESEARCH AT USF

Where Passion Drives Discovery

Your student wants to change the world. USF provides the opportunity. Our Office of High Impact Practices and Undergraduate Research supports students across all majors by offering the chance to engage in life-changing research as early as freshman year.

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$525.4 million in research contracts and grants awarded in 2019

$535.4 million

in research contracts and grants awarded in 2020

#16 among all universities worldwide in generating new patents

#15

among all universities worldwide in generating new patents
Intellectual Property Owners Association/NAI, 2020

117 new patents, 98 license/options and six new startup companies in fiscal year 2019

111

new patents, 98 license/options and 11 new startup companies in fiscal year 2021

Programs of Study

From medicine to music and engineering to the arts,
USF offers more than 240 majors and concentrations
across our three campus locations.

Explore Our Programs

Specialty Programs

Specialty Programs

Choose a personalized college path.

The traditional college education doesn’t have to be traditional. At USF, students can chart a course to graduation that meets their needs and goals.

Honors, Accelerated and Guaranteed Admission Programs
Evaluating College Admission Offers for Honors Programs

Discover how to choose the offer that's the best academic and financial fit.

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USF female student holding up the bulls sign on campus.
Next Steps for National Merit Semifinalists

Help your student become a National Merit Finalist with these steps.

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Group of USF students on a study abroad trip provided by their Honors course.
National Merit Scholars at USF: A Parent Perspective

Hear what this parent has to say about his student’s experience at USF.

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USF students part of the provost scholars program studying together.
Provost’s Scholars Program at USF

Hear firsthand from USF Provost’s Scholars Program students.

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Student Success

Student Success isn’t just a support unit at USF.
It’s a promise.

Student Services

Health Services

From administering influenza vaccinations to communicating about disease outbreaks and other potential health concerns, USF supports students with high-quality medical care.





Counseling Services

At USF, we believe in supporting students inside and out. Our Counseling Center offers a variety of free services for students, including individual, group and couples counseling.





Academic Support

Challenging courses and world-class faculty push students to reach their potential. Our many academic support services are designed to ensure success through tutoring, study skills training and more.





Career Services

You’re invested in your student’s future. So are we. From picking a major to securing an internship to landing a rewarding job, USF Career Services offers all the assistance students need to go from the classroom to the office. We also partner with families to guide students through the process of finding a meaningful career path.

See more student success highlights at each campus:

TAMPA CAMPUS
ST. PETERSBURG CAMPUS
SARASOTA-MANATEE CAMPUS

Safety

Your student’s ready to explore a world of opportunity.
We’ll provide a secure place to start.

Female USF student discussing her health and safety with a USH health clinic doctor. USF students talking with a campus police officer about campus safety. Emergency station available at USF for campus safety.

Campus Safety

Your Student’s Safety Is Our Priority

USF is committed to maintaining a secure, friendly and welcoming campus community for all students. With our University Police Department, emergency Blue Light Phones around campus, text messaging notifications and other on-campus resources and organizations, your student can stay focused on the college experience, and you can have peace of mind knowing our sweeping safety measures are in place.

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Female USF student discussing her health and safety with a USH health clinic doctor. USF students talking with a campus police officer about campus safety. Emergency station available at USF for campus safety.

Parent and Family Support

Because you’re part of the USF community, too.

Female USF student discussing her health and safety with a USH health clinic doctor.

Support Services

We Partner With You for Student Success

At USF, we understand that family involvement is crucial to a student’s success in college. That’s why the Office of Parent & Family Engagement actively partners with you to ensure your student thrives at USF. We’re here to guide you through each step of your student’s journey. Whether you’re looking to meet other families, join special events or help your student overcome any obstacles, we’ve got your back. Welcome to the Herd.

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Transition Support

Preparing for the Transition

The college transition is a big step – not just for students, but for families, too. As your student enters adulthood, your role in their life will shift. But your work as coach and mentor is more important than ever. Explore the following resources to help your student prepare for an exceptional freshman experience. (And pat yourself on the back. You’ve gotten them here!)

USF Tampa campus greenery outside the Marshall Student Center.
Letting Grow

Our guide will help you navigate challenging conversations.

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Female USF student graduating smiling with her mom and sister at her graduation.
Getting Involved

Get ready to enter a new chapter of your life as a Bulls family.

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College-bound female student taking notes on her laptop preparing for college.
Teaching College Bound Students How To Be Independent

Adulting is hard. You can help your student prepare for it.

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Male USF student graduating hugging his parents.
Talking About The College Transition: Tips For Families

Follow our advice for talking about everything from grades to time management.

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Admission to USF

Admission to USF may be more competitive than
ever, but the process of applying is easy.

Admissions Requirements

We Want Your Student at USF

When students apply, we look at the whole picture: Their GPA, the courses they completed in high school, and their SAT or ACT scores. Students do not need to include a personal essay or a letter of recommendation, but these materials can help us understand an applicant’s personality, goals and life experiences.

BLOG: YOUR ADMISSIONS QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Campus Selections

On the application, students can select Tampa, St. Petersburg or Sarasota-Manatee as their home campus to earn a degree from Florida’s only Preeminent State Research University located in a metropolitan area. Not sure which campus is the right fit? Our recruiters can help match your student to their ideal learning environment.

FIND YOUR RECRUITER

Admitted Student Profile

Fall 2022

GPA: 4.00-4.50
SAT: 1240-1390
ACT: 27-31

Summer 2022

GPA: 3.62-4.12
SAT: 1100-1190
ACT: 22-25

USF students sitting together outside on campus by the bull discussing admissions.

Title IX

USF Notice of Nondiscrimination

The University of South Florida encourages applications for admission from qualified students regardless of race, color, marital status, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected group status in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws on nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

Learn more about our campus diversity

How to Apply to USF

How to Apply

You can apply to USF in just four easy steps.

STEP 1

Complete and submit the online application at admissions.usf.edu/application.

STEP 2

Pay the nonrefundable $30 application fee or submit an application fee waiver.

STEP 3

Fill out the Student Self-Reported Academic Record via the link found in the Thanks for Applying email.

STEP 4

Send official SAT or ACT scores to USF. USF SAT code: 5828 | USF ACT Code: 0761

Statistics and Tuition

The numbers don’t lie. See how they add up to incredible
education value for your students at USF.

Educational Value

A World-Class Education. An Affordable Cost.

We keep tuition low and value high. Even if your student pays out-of-state rates, our costs typically are competitive with those of your local university.

Best Value

Best Value

College in 2021
The Princeton Review, 2021

#3 among the 50 Most Affordable In-State Public Universities

#3

among the 50 Most Affordable In-State Public Universities
AffordableColleges.com, 2020

Top 100 Best Values in Public Colleges

Top 100

Best Values in Public Colleges
Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, 2019

Cost of Attendance

Estimated Cost of Attendance for 2022-23: Living on Campus

Based on 30 credits per year

In-State

$24,652

Out-of-State

$35,366

Scholarships

Your student does not have to sacrifice education quality for cost.
Although USF offers one of the lowest tuition rates in the country, we strive to reduce the cost of college even further with generous scholarship options.

USF Scholarship Options

Admissions Scholarships

When your student applies for admission by the designated Freshmen Scholarship Deadline, the Office of Admissions will AUTOMATICALLY consider them for merit-based admissions scholarships ranging from $8,000 - $16,000 for in-state students and $4,000 - $44,000 for out-of-state students. There's nothing else they need to do to qualify.





More Scholarship Details

Want to make sure you don’t miss any other money-saving opportunities? Check out our frequently asked questions. Then, add the application deadline to your calendar so you and your student don’t miss out.

View Scholarship FAQ
SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY

Is Your Student Eligible?

Find out if your student’s GPA and SAT or ACT scores meet the criteria for an admission scholarship.

FLORIDA RESIDENT SCHOLARSHIPS   NON-FLORIDA RESIDENT SCHOLARSHIPS  

More Scholarship Support

USF Scholarships

Our support doesn’t end with admissions scholarships. USF offers hundreds of additional scholarships for specific majors, interests, identities, financial need and more. Best of all, students do not need to search through them one by one. Freshmen just fill out a single form to get matched with scholarships they may qualify for and apply for the ones that interest them by Feb. 28!

Get Matched for Your Scholarships




Scholarship Resources

Don’t miss other ways for your student to cut college costs. For advice on how to successfully find and earn lucrative awards that can make higher education more affordable, check out our scholarship articles on the Admit-A-Bull blog.

Blog: Financial Aid and Scholarship Central




Other Types of Aid

Scholarships aren’t the only types of aid we offer. Find out how we support students with valuable grants, loans and work study opportunities. At USF, we don’t believe finances should be a barrier to a better education.

See if you're eligible for more financial aid

Deadlines

Your student’s future at USF awaits. See the important
dates for starting the undergraduate journey.

IMPORTANT DATES FOR STARTING AT USF

Freshmen

SUMMER/FALL ENTRY TERM DEADLINES

August 1

Summer/Fall application opens

November 1

Priority application deadline. Submit your application by this date for your best chance of acceptance and campus choice.

JANUARY 15

Application Completion Deadline for Scholarship and Admission Consideration. Submit your application and all supporting materials for your chance at admissions scholarships and admissions priority consideration.

March 1

Final deadline to apply to USF.

Spring Entry Term Deadlines

March 1

Spring application opens.

October 1

Final deadline to apply or (prior on a space availability basis).

October 15

Application Completion Deadline for Admission Consideration (or prior on a space availability basis). Submit your application and all supporting materials for admissions consideration.

Transfer

SUMMER ENTRY TERM DEADLINES

August 1

Application Opens

March 1

Final Summer Application Deadline

March 15

File Completion Deadline for Scholarship Consideration

FALL ENTRY TERM DEADLINES

August 1

Application Opens

March 1

File Completion Deadline for Scholarship Consideration

May 1

Final Fall Application Deadline

May 15

File Completion Deadline for Fall Applicants

SPRING ENTRY TERM DEADLINES

March 1

Application Opens

October 1

Final Application Deadline

October 15

File Completion Deadline for Spring Applicants

Tour USF — Online or On Campus

We could tell you all about life at USF, but we’d rather show you!
Discover all the places USF Bulls learn, eat, sleep, study and play with a virtual or on-campus tour.

Explore USF

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Application Process

See the steps to complete the application process, including how to submit the application fee, official test scores and official transcripts.

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