The University of South Florida (USF) is a high-impact, global research university dedicated to student success serving Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee.

Welcome to the University of South Florida. Though a relatively young university, founded in 1956, we have rich traditions – traditions of access and opportunity for students, of academic excellence, of groundbreaking research, of serving our communities.

Find information on admissions to the University of South Florida for freshman, graduate, transfer, and international students.

USF's 13 colleges offer 89 undergraduate and 139 degree programs, including graduate degrees, along with continuing education and distance learning.

With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Our academic programs strive to meet the needs of individual learners and turn knowledge and experience into career preparedness.

3 days ago · With a proven track record of commitment to student success, USF offers a path for every student. Our academic programs strive to meet the needs of individual learners and turn knowledge and experience into career preparedness.

Find all the relevant information on admissions to the University of South Florida as a freshman student. Find out the next steps to take to become a bull!

Colleges at USF include Arts and Sciences, Behavioral and Community Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Marine Sciences, Medicine, Nursing and The Arts.

As soon as you step foot on our Tampa campus, you’ll feel the unique and unmistakable energy that inspires our diverse student population to call USF home.

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