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University of South Florida

University of South Florida USF

Tampa, Florida 33620-9951

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Known for health sciences — major research university

University of South Florida is a public institution in Tampa with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1235, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 36.3K undergraduates with a 22:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

75% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $57,743 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,043.

Established
1956
Motto
"Truth and Wisdom"
Mascot
Rocky D. Bull
Type
Public research university
Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Division
Division I

Campus Visits

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41%Acceptance
1235SAT Avg
36,299Students
22:1Student:Faculty
75%Grad Rate
$57,743Earnings 10yr
$10,043Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of South Florida Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate41.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1235

Reading & WritingMid: 620
580670
MathMid: 615
560660

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 27
2429

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

41.0%

Trend

SAT Avg

1235

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$6,410
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,324
Room & Board$13,595
Books & Supplies$770
Total Cost of Attendance$22,301
Average Net Price$10,043
Median Debt at Graduation$17,988
Monthly Payment (10yr)$191

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$4,785
$30–48K$6,053
$48–75K$10,649
$75–110K$16,385
$110K+$17,671

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$10,043

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

7500.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,976

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

276

Peer Average

240

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Programs (215)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
36,299
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%

Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Black 8%
Hispanic 23%
Asian 9%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 8%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate74.6%
Freshman Retention91.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$48,328
8 Years$54,167
10 Years$57,743

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$44,500
Men
$54,800

Rankings

U.S. News
#88
Forbes
#107
Wall Street Journal
#4
Washington Monthly
#51

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History & Fun Facts

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Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

115High

Estimated from FL state average + large city premium

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 0"Sunny days: 240Rainy days: 85

Nearest Cities

Tampapop. 390K
8 mi(14 min)
Orlandopop. 310K
71 mi(123 min)
Miamipop. 440K
210 mi(364 min)

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