Admission Information
Freshmen Admissions Information
Get ready to apply! We know you have lots of questions, so we’ve assembled information
on how to apply, application requirements, deadlines, cost of attendance, how to qualify
for Florida residency and more.
How to Apply
Download our Freshman Application Steps Guide, watch application tutorials, and learn everything you need to do to apply using VZ (USF’s institution application) or the Common App.
Dates and Deadlines
Get the scoop on application, scholarship, financial aid, deposit and orientation deadlines for the spring, summer and fall semesters.
Academic Requirements
Explore the requirements needed for admission to USF, including GPA, test scores, courses, foreign language and more.
Self-Reported Student Academic Record (SSAR)
USF now requires submission of an SSAR as part of the application package. Find out what it is and how to submit yours.
Cost of Attendance
See our tuition rates for in-state and out-of-state undergraduate students. They’re among the lowest in the nation!
Residency Information
Your residency classification determines whether you’re charged in-state or out-of-state tuition. Find out how to ensure you’re classified correctly.
Explore Programs
Explore our 230+ majors and concentrations, plus programs in the Judy Genshaft Honors College, accelerated programs, academic pathways, guaranteed admission programs and more.
Non-Degree Students
Discover USF’s non-degree programs for visiting students, transient students, post-graduates, dual enrollment high school students, seniors and graduate certificate students.
For Counselors
Get the tools and resources college counselors need to shepherd students through the admission process at USF.
Disclosures
USF Notice of Non-Discrimination
The University of South Florida encourages applications for admission from qualified students regardless of race, color, marital status, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected group status in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws on non-discrimination and equal opportunity.
Visit these websites to learn more about the following at USF:
The University of South Florida does not discriminate in admissions*, educational programs or activities. Any questions or inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to the University’s Title IX Coordinator.
*Title IX coordinators are unable to answer admissions related questions or inquiries.
APPLICANT SELF DISCLOSURES
The application process limits requests for information to prior conduct and academic information. In the event an Applicant independently and voluntarily discloses additional personal information such as past emotional trauma, physical disabilities, or mental health challenges as part of a personal essay or statement, the self-disclosure of unsolicited personal information will not be considered a student report and those self-disclosures may not result in University initiated referrals for intervention or student support services. In the event an Applicant is admitted, at the time of full enrollment a student may initiate contact with the available student success offices for support or guidance.
RECRUITMENT PRACTICES
The University of South Florida does not provide commission, bonus, or other incentive payment based directly or indirectly on securing the enrollment of U.S. citizens or permanent residents or federal financial aid (including Tuition Assistance funds) to any persons or entities engaged in recruiting U.S. citizens or permanent residents, admission activities, or making decisions regarding the award of student financial assistance. In addition, USF does not engage high-pressure recruitment tactics such as making multiple unsolicited contacts (3 or more), including contacts by phone, email, or in-person, or engage in same day recruitment and registration for U.S citizens or permanent residents.