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University of South Florida Main Campus

Tampa, Florida

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Overview

Enrollment

49,600
University of South Florida Main Campus overview
Location Tampa, Florida
Online usf.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Large City
University of South Florida Main Campus overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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The University of South Florida's main campus spans 1,500 acres in north Tampa, Florida, situated in a metropolitan area along Florida's Gulf Coast. Founded in 1956, USF operates as a public research university in the state university system, with its campus characterized by modern academic buildings and subtropical landscaping. The university maintains competitive admission standards and serves as the Tampa Bay region's primary research institution, with notable strength in medical sciences, engineering, global sustainability, and business programs. USF's campus features extensive student housing options across multiple residential complexes, while its athletics program competes in NCAA Division I as the Bulls in the American Athletic Conference, with particular emphasis on football and basketball. The university's location provides students access to Tampa's business district, medical centers, and cultural attractions, all within a 30-minute drive.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

8/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

9/10

Value

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

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Difficult
University of South Florida Main Campus overview
SAT 1140/1330
ACT 24/29
Estimated GPA 3.64

Applications Accepted

43.9% 
University of South Florida Main Campus overview
Applications Due May 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Average
Application Fee $30

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Annual Cost to Attend

Florida Resident Tuition

$4,559
In State Costs for University of South Florida Main Campus
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

$15,473
Out of State Costs for University of South Florida Main Campus
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

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$46,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

52% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of South Florida Main Campus students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 20%
Social Sciences 16%
Biology 10%
Psychology 9%
Education 8%

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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