Tampa,
FL
About USF
University of South Florida is a public, state institution in the city of Tampa, Florida. USF was founded in 1956. The college enrolls around 44,322 students per year, including 33,077 undergraduate students.
USF Acceptance Rate
USF admitted 49% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 50,368 applications received in 2022, 24,881 students were offered admission.
| University of South Florida Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 49% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 70% |
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College Info
USF Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
May 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Jul 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to USF is May 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to USF is Jul 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
University of South Florida is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
USF ACT Scores
ACT Range
24 - 29
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
29 and Above
24 to 29
24 and Less
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USF SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1150 - 1330
Math SAT Range
560 - 670
Reading SAT Range
580 - 660
USF Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$20,078
In State$30,992
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at USF is like? There are approximately 44,322 students enrolled at USF, including 33,077 undergraduate students and 11,245 graduate students. 79% percent of students attend school full-time, 92% percent are from FL and 8% percent of students are from other states.
79%
Full Time21%
Part Time92%
In State8%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
44,322
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
49%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$6,410
Out-of-State
$17,324
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
May 1
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