Transfer Student Type
Pay Your Application Fee
Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee (if you have not done so already). You may pay the fee online via OASIS.
Complete Your Application
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Applying to college as an international student can be a daunting task. We’ll guide you through the entire application process, step-by-step, so you can focus on the excitement of transferring to USF.
Scholarships
Get Automatic Scholarship Consideration
When you submit all components of your application package (application fee, test scores and transcripts) by March 1, we’ll automatically consider you for merit-based admissions scholarships of up to $2,000. See if you’re eligible!
International Transfer ScholarshipsGet to Know the Admissions Portal
You’ll use USF's Admissions Portal to complete most remaining application tasks. From here, you can see any missing items, upload documents, complete requested forms, check your application status and more. Access the portal any time by logging in with your NetID and password. You should receive an email to activate your NetID shortly after you apply to USF.
VISIT ADMISSIONS PORTALWhat Type of International
APPLICATION COMPLETION STEPS
Lower-Level Transfers:
How to Complete Your Application
You’ve submitted your application, but that doesn’t mean it’s complete: You may have items that still need your attention. Log into the Admissions Portal to see if you still need to:
Submit Your Official Transcripts
Send original or certified copies of secondary transcripts/academic records and all post-secondary transcripts/academic records.
Include a certified English translation for all documents not written in English. If you need assistance translating your documents into English, we recommend using the American Translators Association to find a certified translator.
We can only accept secure transcripts of secondary and post-secondary school records. Mail transcripts in a sealed envelope via post to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
Submit Your SAT or ACT Scores
Request official SAT scores directly from The College Board. USF's code is 5828. Request official ACT scores directly from ACT, Inc. USF's code is 0761.
Submit Your IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo Scores
Scores are only required if you are from a non-English speaking country.
Request official IELTS scores directly from the testing agency. Request official TOEFL scores directly from ETS. Our school code is 5828.
Request official PTEA scores directly from Pearson. Request official Duolingo scores directly from the testing agency.
This requirement may be waived if you have successfully met another requirement of proof of English proficiency as outlined in the USF academic catalog.
Submit Proof of Funding
Send a financial statement that shows funding support based on the estimated cost of attendance for one academic year or two semesters (only required if an F-1 or J-1 visa is required).
APPLICATION COMPLETION STEPS
Upper-Level Transfers:
How to Complete Your Application
You’ve submitted your application, but that doesn’t mean it’s complete: You may have items that still need your attention. Log into the Admissions Portal to see if you still need to:
Pay Your Application Fee
Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee (if you have not done so already). You may pay the fee online via OASIS.
Submit Your Official Transcripts
Send original or certified copies of secondary transcripts/academic records and all post-secondary transcripts/academic records.
Include a certified English translation for all documents not written in English. If you need assistance translating your documents into English, we recommend using the American Translators Association to find a certified translator.
We can only accept secure transcripts of secondary and post-secondary school records. Mail transcripts in a sealed envelope via post to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
Submit Your IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo Scores
Scores are only required if you are from a non-English speaking country.
Request official IELTS scores directly from the testing agency. Request official TOEFL scores directly from ETS. Our school code is 5828. Request official PTEA scores directly from Pearson.
Request official Duolingo scores directly from the testing agency.
This requirement may be waived if you have successfully met another requirement of proof of English proficiency as outlined in the USF academic catalog.
Submit Proof of Funding
Send a financial statement that shows funding support based on the estimated cost of attendance for one academic year or two semesters (only required if an F-1 or J-1 visa is required).
APPLICATION COMPLETION STEPS
Second Bachelor’s Degree:
How to Complete Your Application
You’ve submitted your application, but that doesn’t mean it’s complete: You may have items that still need your attention. Log into the Admissions Portal to see if you still need to:
Pay Your Application Fee
Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee (if you have not done so already). You may pay the fee online via OASIS. Log in, navigate to the Student tab, select Admissions, and then select the option Pay My Application Fee(s).
Submit Your Official Transcripts
Send original or certified copies of secondary transcripts/academic records and all post-secondary transcripts/academic records.
Include a certified English translation for all documents not written in English. If you need assistance translating your documents into English, we recommend using the American Translators Association to find a certified translator.
We can only accept secure transcripts of secondary and post-secondary school records. Mail transcripts in a sealed envelope via post to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
Submit Your IELTS, TOEFL or PTEA Scores
Scores are only required if you are from a non-English speaking country.
Request official IELTS scores directly from the testing agency. Request official TOEFL scores directly from ETS. Our school code is 5828. Request official PTEA scores directly from Pearson.
Request official Duolingo scores directly from the testing agency.
This requirement may be waived if you have successfully met another requirement of proof of English proficiency as outlined in the USF academic catalog.
Submit Proof of Funding
Send a financial statement that shows funding support based on the estimated cost of attendance for one academic year or two semesters (only required if an F-1 or J-1 visa is required).
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