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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.

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Tampa

If you crave the thrill of a large metropolitan university with endless events and activities, consider our sprawling Tampa campus.

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St. Petersburg

Is a culturally rich waterfront city more your scene? You might be a natural for the stunning St. Petersburg campus.

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Sarasota-Manatee

Prefer a tight-knit community where your professors know you by name? Find that hometown feel on the Sarasota-Manatee campus.

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Tampa Campus

Sprawling Campus

Packed with all the student amenities and resources of a large university, the Tampa campus is also just a short drive from downtown, historic Ybor City, theme parks and more.

Diverse Student Body

The culturally diverse students at the Tampa campus hail from more than 140 countries around the world.

Expansive Activities

The Tampa campus offers more than 600 clubs and organizations, 17 varsity sports, a thriving arts scene and frequent campus events, including concerts, comedy shows, lecture series and more.

Interdisciplinary Research

As early as freshman year, you can connect with a faculty mentor and join in cutting-edge, hands-on research.

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Tampa Campus

St. Petersburg Campus

Sarasota-Manatee Campus

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St. Petersburg Campus

Downtown Campus

Located on beautiful Bayboro Harbor, the St. Petersburg campus is in the heart of the vibrant Innovation District of the City of St. Petersburg and within walking distance to cultural attractions, restaurants and concert venues.

Exciting New Dining and Residence Options

A new 375-bed residence hall with a full-service dining hall opened in July 2020, increasing on-campus housing by nearly 70 percent.

Outdoor Recreation

Take advantage of our stunning scenery with basketball, sand volleyball and an outdoor pool, or hit the water between classes on a kayak, canoe, paddle board or sailboat.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

As early as your freshmen year, you’ll have the opportunity work alongside professors on innovative research or pursue your own projects through experiential learning.

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Tampa Campus

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Sarasota-Manatee Campus

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Sarasota-Manatee Campus

Experiential Learning

Learn at the world-renowned Mote Marine Laboratory and the Culinary Innovation Lab, a fully equipped teaching center for students in the Hospitality Management program.

Flexible Study Options

Full-time, part-time, online and on-campus class options are designed to fit your schedule.

Small Classes

With the lowest student-faculty ratio of all USF campuses, you get more personalized academic support.

On-Campus Activities

Explore a variety of clubs and organizations, plus student recreation, such as a fitness center, yoga and more.

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Student Life

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

Why USF

Discover Why International Students Choose USF

From our stunning campus locations and amenities to our diverse culture and exceptional resources, you’ll discover numerous reasons international students love calling USF home. With the academic and support opportunities available, you’ll benefit today when you start your education and tomorrow when you step into your career. We even feature the iBuddy program, which partners international and domestic students to increase cultural awareness and build lasting friendships.

Pursue Your Passion Outside the Classroom

Connect with other students who share your interests, culture or beliefs. USF features more than 600 clubs and organizations across our three campuses. Whether you 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 for you to make friends, expand your education and get involved on campus.

Find Your Fit

At USF, we emphasize a balanced approach to your education that doesn’t end with academics. 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 you healthy inside and out. Plus, we feature numerous other services, such as career counseling, tutoring and financial education, to ensure you finish your degree ready to take the next big step.

Choose Excitement — Choose USF

Your average day at USF is anything but average. Across our three locations, you’ll 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, including football.

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TAMPA CAMPUS

ST. PETERSBURG CAMPUS

SARASOTA-MANATEE CAMPUS

Research

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

RESEARCH AT USF

Where Passion Drives Discovery

You want to change the world. USF gives you the opportunity. Our High Impact Practices and Undergraduate Research supports students across all majors by providing 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

#8 among American public research universities in generating new patents (2019)

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among American public research universities in generating new patents (2020)

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

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

Housing and Dining

As an international student at USF, we support you with convenient housing and dining options that fit your lifestyle and budget. No matter which of our three beautiful Gulf Coast campuses you choose, we’ll make sure it feels like home.

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