Why USF?
Why Transfer to USF?
From the moment you take your first step onto our campus to the moment you finally turn your tassel at graduation, we are committed to the success of talented students like you.
Is USF the right fit for you? Explore our state-of-the-art facilities, our vibrant community and the endless opportunities that await you at our campuses in the Tampa Bay area. Get to know us a little better and discover what it means to be part of the Herd.
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Three Extraordinary Campuses
Choose your unique journey at one of our three campuses! Each location includes all the resources of the University of South Florida, a Preeminent Research University. No matter which location you call home, you can attend classes at all three.
- USF Tampa is our largest campus, located in Tampa’s booming Uptown District.
- USF St. Petersburg is on the waterfront in artsy downtown St. Petersburg.
- USF Sarasota-Manatee is a tight-knit, coastal campus community in stunning Sarasota.
Living in Tampa Bay
Life’s good in Tampa Bay! Our location on Florida’s Gulf Coast contributes to an ideal college experience. Explore the sun-drenched, subtropical paradise that the University of South Florida calls home.
Distinguished Academics
Pursue your precise academic passion! We offer more than 200 majors and concentrations, including accelerated and high ability programs. You can also access transformative research experiences and exhilarating study abroad opportunities, ensuring your studies advance your goals.
Exciting Student Life
All three of USF’s stunning campuses are brimming with activity and opportunity. With so much to offer, no two college experiences are the same — but they’re all remarkable. Find out why so many students like you thrive here!
Transfer Student Success
Our goal is to make transferring simple. The Office of Transfer Student Success helps you through the enrollment process and connects you with opportunities to get involved on campus as a new student.
As part of our commitment to supporting your academic development, we also host an annual National Transfer Student Week.
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Affordability
With one of the lowest tuition rates in the country, generous financial aid and scholarships and plenty of student employment opportunities, USF is an outstanding value. Even if you live outside Florida, our tuition rates are competitive with many of your local universities. Reach your education goals at a price that won’t break the bank.
Athletics and Recreation
USF Athletics
USF’s 21 NCAA Division I sports teams compete throughout the year, achieving excellence in football, basketball, softball and more. During each season, USF students enjoy many perks, including:
- Free admission to every game (including football)
- Fan rewards
- Free transportation to watch the Bulls play football at Raymond James Stadium, home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Soon, students will cheer on the Bulls at our very own on-campus stadium.
RECREATION
From surfing to basketball to eSports, our over 70 intramural and club sport options allow you to find activities that interest you. Our other recreation and fitness offerings include:
- Gyms on all three campuses
- Equipment rentals on all three campuses
- Adventure Trips for all students
- Pools on the Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses
- Group fitness at the Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses
- Hiking trail on the Tampa campus
- USF Challenge Course on the Tampa campus
Career Services
Are you already thinking about internships and employment? USF’s Career Services helps you identify, plan and achieve your career goals. Learn how to self-assess, conduct career research, seek out experiences that will give you transferable skills and search for full-time employment.
- Career Coaching offers career exploration, resume writing guidance and more to help you discover your career interests and find employment.
- Cooperative education integrates paid, hands-on, career-related work experience through your academic program and provides you with valuable training in your chosen career field.
- Internships offer an opportunity to perform hands-on work in your desired field and are often shorter in duration than a co-op.
- Job search prepares you for the post-graduation career search with a suite of services, including resume and cover letter preparation, employer research, networking tips, interview skills and tips on proper attire.
Student Support
Student success sits at the heart of everything we do. To ensure the best possible outcomes, USF offers many resources for our students, including academic advising, tutoring and testing services, mental health support and more. No Bull stands alone.
To ease your transition, the Transfer Engagement and Achievement Mentors program pairs you with a current USF transfer student who will answer your questions about student life, campus resources and more.
Military and Veteran Services
Ranked among the nation's most veteran-friendly schools, USF offers a number of special programs and resources for student veterans. Find camaraderie among our large population of student veterans and receive ongoing support from our Office of Veteran Success as you earn a degree from our nationally ranked university.
We offer an out-of-state tuition waiver for any qualified veteran, dependent or active duty personnel who enrolls in our university. Count on our Pathways program to walk you through the admission process and help you use the GI Bill benefit effectively.
USF is one of the few universities in the nation with ROTC programs for all four military branches. You can even join our ROTC living-learning community, located in Maple Hall on the Tampa campus.
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