Next Steps

Transfer Students Next Steps

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Whether you’ve applied and are waiting for a decision, or you’ve been accepted and need to know what to do next, we’ve got you covered!

USF TRANSFER APPLICANTS:

Next Steps

Here are a few of the things you can do while we’re evaluating your application for admission.

  • Check Application Status: See what items we’ve received, any items that are still missing, new information requested and our admission decision.
  • Complete Forms: Find out how to complete forms we may have requested as part of your application package.
  • Apply for Financial Aid: Discover the different types of aid available and how to apply using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If you have questions about the FAFSA, check out our site here.

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If you are admitted to USF, you will receive a notification via email and/or postal mail. Check your email often for updates to your USF application!

Tampa Campus

Congratulations on your admission to USF! We’re excited to introduce you to life at our dynamic, metropolitan Tampa campus. View all your next steps, or use the quick links below to jump to specific tasks:

  • Accept Scholarships: If you’ve received an admission scholarship, you must accept it to receive it.
  • Submit Medical History: Work with your health care provider to complete this form, which we must receive before you can register for classes.  
  • Apply for Housing: Submit your application early for your best chance of placement in the hall of your choice!
  • Reserve Orientation Date: Once you sign up for Orientation, you’ll be able to meet with your advisor and register for classes.
  • Submit Transcripts: Final official high school and college transcripts reflecting your graduation date(s) must be submitted before your first day of classes. 
  • Apply for Accessibility Accommodations (Optional - As needed): Transfer students may apply for accommodations once admitted to the University of South Florida. Students are responsible for identifying themselves to Student Accessibility Services and presenting proper medical documentation to receive academic accommodations.

See All Next Steps: Tampa Campus

St. Petersburg Campus

Congratulations on becoming a USF Bull! We think you’ll love life at our waterfront campus in the heart of stunning St. Petersburg. View all your next steps, or use the quick links below to jump to specific tasks:

  • Accept Scholarships: If you’ve received an admission scholarship, you must accept it to receive it.
  • Submit Medical History: Work with your health care provider to complete this form, which we must receive before you can register for classes.  
  • Apply for Housing: Submit your application early for your best chance of placement in the hall of your choice!
  • Reserve Orientation Date: Once you sign up for Orientation, you’ll be able to meet with your advisor and register for classes.
  • Submit Transcripts: Final official high school and college transcripts reflecting your graduation date(s) must be submitted before your first day of classes. 
  • Apply for Accessibility Accommodations (Optional - As needed)Transfer students may apply for accommodations once admitted to the University of South Florida. Students are responsible for identifying themselves to Student Accessibility Services and presenting proper medical documentation to receive academic accommodations.

See All Next Steps: St. Petersburg Campus

Sarasota-Manatee Campus

Congratulations on joining the Herd! We’re ready to welcome you to the tight-knit Sarasota-Manatee campus, where professors know students by name. View all your next steps, or use the quick links below to jump to specific tasks:

  • Accept Scholarships: If you’ve received an admission scholarship, you must accept it to receive it.
  • Submit Medical History: Work with your health care provider to complete this form, which we must receive before you can register for classes.  
  • Apply for Housing: Submit your application early for your best chance of placement in the hall of your choice!
  • Reserve Orientation Date: Once you sign up for Orientation, you’ll be able to meet with your advisor and register for classes.
  • Submit Transcripts: Final official high school and college transcripts reflecting your graduation date(s) must be submitted before your first day of classes. 
  • Apply for Accessibility Accommodations (Optional - As needed)Transfer students may apply for accommodations once admitted to the University of South Florida. Students are responsible for identifying themselves to Student Accessibility Services and presenting proper medical documentation to receive academic accommodations.

See All Next Steps: Sarasota-Manatee Campus