Overview
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Best Colleges Rank
The University of South Florida-Main Campus, located in Tampa, is a public research institution established in 1956. The campus is notable for its modern architecture and provides students with a mix of suburban and urban environments due to its proximity to downtown Tampa. USF offers a wide array of academic programs, with particular recognition in fields such as business, engineering, and health sciences. It has a relatively selective admissions process. The campus features student housing facilities, ranging from traditional dormitories to apartment-style living accommodations. While the university supports a full spectrum of collegiate sports, it is especially known for its strong men's and women's basketball programs, which compete under the name USF Bulls.
In the most recent statistical year 65,568 prospective students applied, and 28,801 were granted admission. Of those admitted 6,800 enrolled in the school. 36,931 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 12,669 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,559 plus fees of $1,851. USF Main Campus is ranked 423 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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USF Main Campus is rated within the top 42% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for University of South Florida Main Campus within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#423 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#122 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Colleges in Florida
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Florida
#130 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Value Colleges in Florida
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1140/1330 |
| ACT | 24/29 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.64 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Florida Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $770 |
| Other Fees | $1,851 |
| Room and Board | $12,622 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,850 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,652 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $770 |
| Other Fees | $1,851 |
| Room and Board | $12,622 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,850 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,566 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 16% |
| Biology | 10% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Education | 8% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=137351 IPEDS survey data for University of South Florida Main Campus.
Current students may use the University of South Florida Main Campus GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024