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International Transcript Submission

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International students attending USF must submit transcripts to enroll at the university. Below are definitions of the types of transcripts that may be requested and how to complete the requirement.

REQUIRED FOR:

Complete Application

You must submit official transcripts for any school or institution attended to help complete your application to receive an admissions decision. Please see below for specific details based on your student type.

Freshman/First-Year Students

You must submit official partial high school transcripts for any school or institution attended to help complete your application to receive an admissions decision. Please check the Applicant Portal for details on your specific transcripts requested.

  • If you attended multiple institutions, be sure to submit separate official transcripts from each of them. 
  • If you are a high school applicant, you must submit international transcripts, and if your school does not issue them in English, you must also include a certified English translation.

First-Year Transcripts Required

Transfer Students

You must submit official transcripts for any school or institution attended to help complete your application to receive an admissions decision. Please check the Applicant Portal for details on your specific transcripts requested.

  • If you attended multiple institutions, be sure to submit separate official transcripts from each of them. 
  • If you submit international transcripts, you must also include English translations and a course-by-course Foreign Credential Evaluation from a Credential Evaluation Service.

Transfer Transcripts Required

Graduate Students

You must submit official transcripts for any school or institution attended to help complete your application to receive an admissions decision. 

    • If you attended multiple institutions, be sure to submit separate official transcripts from each of them. 
    • If you submit international transcripts, you must also include English translations and a course-by-course Foreign Credential Evaluation from a Credential Evaluation Service.

Graduate Transcripts Required


Final Enrollment at USF

Before your first day of classes, you must submit final official transcripts that reflect your date of graduation to the University of South Florida. Remember, your offer of admission is contingent upon our receipt and evaluation of your transcripts.

  • If you attended multiple institutions, be sure to submit separate official transcripts from each of them.
  • If you submit international transcripts, you must also include English translations and a course-by-course Foreign Credential Evaluation from a Credential Evaluation Service.

The University of South Florida (School Code 001537) will accept the electronic transcript as official if it is submitted through one of the following providers:

Please note: Hard copies of official transcripts must be submitted in a sealed envelope directly from the school or institution. If you pick up your official transcript and bring it to the admissions office at any USF campus, do NOT open the envelope!

HOW TO SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS:

Incoming students should submit final transcripts electronically, using the University of South Florida's school code 001537. Follow the outlined options below for submission based on your school type.

Important notes for transcript submission:

  • Transcripts must be sent directly to USF from your school.
  • Provide official final transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
  • Allow 4-6 weeks for the USF Office of Admissions to process your transcript.
  • Do NOT fax your transcripts to USF.
  • If you cannot submit digitally, we will accept hard copies via mail.
    • Hard copy official transcripts should be sent directly from the school in sealed envelopes. If you bring your own transcript to a USF campus, ensure it remains sealed; opening it renders it unofficial.

Florida Public High School Students

Transcripts received via USF’s optional method will be uploaded to the student’s record within seven to 10 business days of receipt.

  • Preferred Method of Receipt

    • FASTER/SPEEDE* - School Code 001537

    • Parchment Exchange - (including Naviance and Credential Solutions)

  • Mail

    • University of South Florida
      Office of Admissions
      4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
      Tampa, FL 33620

* FASTER and SPEEDE/ExPRESS are sets of predefined data formats used by educational institutions to electronically exchange student records and transcripts. Institutions must subscribe to the FASTER and/or SPEEDE/ExPRESS systems to participate in this exchange.

Out-of-State High School Students

Transcripts received via USF’s optional method will be uploaded to the student’s record within seven to 10 business days of receipt.

If you are a high school applicant, you must submit international transcripts, and if your school does not issue them in English, you must also include a certified English translation.

  • Preferred Method of Receipt
  • Mail

    • University of South Florida
      Office of Admissions
      4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
      Tampa, FL 33620

Florida Private School Students

Transcripts received via USF’s optional method will be uploaded to the student’s record within seven to 10 business days of receipt.

  • Preferred Method of Receipt
  • Mail

    • University of South Florida
      Office of Admissions
      4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
      Tampa, FL 33620

Transfer Students

Transcripts received via USF’s optional method will be uploaded to the student’s record within  seven to 10 business days of receipt.

  • Preferred Method of Receipt
  • Mail

    • University of South Florida
      Office of Admissions
      4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
      Tampa, FL 33620

GED

Military Students - ARRT, SMART, etc.

AFTER YOU'VE SUBMITTED YOUR TRANSCRIPT:

Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing of your transcript by the USF Office of International Admissions. Here's what to expect once we receive it:

  • USF Receives Transcript

    Step 1

    When the USF Office of Admissions receives your transcript from your previous or current institution(s), we'll update your Transcript tile(s) in the Applicant Portal to "Received and Under Review," marked with a Yellow status. 

  • USF Completes Transcript Processing

    Step 2

    Once USF processes your transcript, the following updates will occur on your checklist:

     

    • Green "Completed" Status: Your tile will transition to a Green "Completed" status once your transcript has been verified as final, indicating that all coursework has been completed with a final grade, and a degree or graduation date has been provided, if applicable.

    • Yellow "Received and Under Review" Status: If your transcript contains any ongoing coursework without a final grade, or if it lacks a graduation date for your degree, if applicable, your tile will maintain a "Received and Under Review" status, marked with a Yellow flag.

    • Freshman and transfer applicants should log into their Applicant Portal often for updates. If you have questions, please reach out to us: