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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?

Emily Boyko

Academic Services Administrator
eboyko@usf.edu

Dr. Joseph Dorsey
Director: Academic Capstone Experience (ACE)
dorseyjw@usf.edu
(813) 974-5883

Who do I contact with program-related questions?

 
For current PCGS Students: For new student inquiries:

Emily Boyko
Academic Services Administrator
eboyko@usf.edu

Randall Pape
Assistant Director, Academic Services
rpape@usf.edu

Who do I contact for admissions questions?

Randall Pape                                                                                                                              Assistant Director, Academic Services
rpape@usf.edu

How to Track Application Progress?

Use your NetID and password to log in to USF’s Applicant Portal to upload required documents, review your submissions and check your status:

APPLICANT PORTAL

If you don't have a NetID, you can create a NetID account using your first and last name and your university ID number, assigned after submitting your online application (in VZ).

Where do I send my transcripts for Admissions?

Graduate Transcript Submission

If mailing, mail your official transcripts directly to:

University of South Florida
4202 E. Fowler Ave., SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620-8100 USA
We suggest you send transcripts via certified U.S. mail and retain the receipt

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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