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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Fall and Spring?
Fall: June 1
Spring: October 15
What type of jobs do graduates typically obtain?
Graduates typically find a wide variety of jobs within the public sector, the private sector, and with non-governmental organizations. Follow this student resources link to view current job openings.
How do I apply for a graduate certificate?
More information about our graduate certificate program and application instructions can be found here.
Who are the Academic Capstone Experience points of contact?
Assistant Director of Academic Services
(813) 974-0185
rpape@usf.edu
CGS 0252
Dr. Joseph Dorsey
Director: Academic Capstone Experience (ACE)
dorseyjw@usf.edu
(813) 974-5883
Who do I contact to apply for Graduate Certificates?
| For current USF students: | For non-USF students: |
|---|---|
| Randall Pape Assistant Director of Academic Services (813) 974-0185 rpape@usf.edu CGS 0252 |
gradstudies@usf.edu |
Who do I contact with program-related questions?
| For current PCGS Students: | For new student inquiries: |
|---|---|
| Randall Pape Assistant Director of Academic Services (813) 974-0185 rpape@usf.edu CGS 0252 |
Randall Pape |
Who do I contact for admissions questions?
Randall Pape
Academic Program Director
rpape@usf.edu
(813) 974-0185
Where do I send my transcripts for Admissions?
Mail your transcripts:
University of South Florida
4202 E. Fowler Ave., SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620-8100 USA
What are some relevant rankings of the university?
- The University of South Florida is rated Gold by the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS).
- Times Higher Education (THE) has ranked USF #3 in the U.S. and #30 in the world in its 2021 Impact Rankings. This ranking is based on the university’s efforts toward meeting the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, which were established to forge global partnerships between various sectors, pooling resources and sharing expertise, while collectively working toward a more sustainable, peaceful and prosperous future.
- USF is also one of the fastest-rising universities in the nation. In 2021, the university ranked #8 in American public research universities and #15 in the world in the number of patents awarded, placing it in the ranks of institutions such as MIT and Stanford in patent awards.
- Students have the opportunity to take courses from the Center for Entrepreneurship which is ranked #19 in the U.S. by the Princeton Review.
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