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University of South Florida

#3 in Top Public Universities in Florida
  • 4 Year
  • Tampa, FL
  • 6,573 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Value
      A-
    3. Diversity
      A
    4. Campus
      A
    5. Athletics
      A
    6. Party Scene
      A-
    7. Professors
      A
    8. Location
      B+
    9. Dorms
      B+
    10. Campus Food
      A-
    11. Student Life
      A+
    12. Safety
      B
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    South Florida is a highly rated public university located in Tampa, Florida. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 24,672 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the South Florida acceptance rate is 45%. Popular majors include Health Service Preparatory Studies, Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine, and Nursing. Graduating 71% of students, South Florida alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $36,800.
    About University of South Florida...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division I-FBS
    Athletic Conference
    American Athletic Conference
    Address
    4202 East Fowler Ave
    Tampa, FL 33620
    Website
    usf.edu
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    University of South Florida Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    45%
    Application Deadline
    March 15
    SAT Range
    1150-1310
    ACT Range
    24-29
    Application Fee
    $30
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    No

    Test Prep

    SAT and ACT Prep Options
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $11,766/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,937/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    89%

    Academics

    Professors
    A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    22:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    74%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.411 responses
    63%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.459 responses
    61%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.459 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Health Service Preparatory Studies
      754 Graduates
    • Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine
      621 Graduates
    • Nursing
      557 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      515 Graduates
    • Communications
      475 Graduates
    • Psychology
      472 Graduates
    • Public Health
      323 Graduates
    • Finance
      319 Graduates
    • Business
      297 Graduates
    • Biology
      289 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    24,672Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    7,100
    Undergrads Over 25
    10%
    Pell Grant
    34%
    Varsity Athletes
    2%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 269 responses
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    • Studious, happy, school spirited
      25%
    • DIVERSE
      17%
    • Uniquely diverse
      11%
    • Pleasant
      11%
    • Diverse, Happy, Outgoing, School Spirited
      10%
    • Nice
      10%
    • Happy
      6%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    60%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.530 responses
    Poll
    55%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.611 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 310 responses
    Report
    • Best education, beautiful setting, and friendly.
      31%
    • Fun, Diverse, Educational
      21%
    • Amazing
      9%
    • Educational
      9%
    • Pretty good
      7%
    • Accommodating and welcoming
      6%
    • Okay
      6%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $43,500/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    71%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    91%
    National
    83%
    86%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.256 responses
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    The campus is very large and beautiful as well as the people there. The students there are always helpful and courteous when visitors are around. Including the student workers, they are diligently focused and on point. The dorms are greatly taken care of and prepped for newcomers. Also, provide a living room for the kids to get together and meet. The security is great, from the use of a student's university card to get passed the locked doors. It always smells so nice and refreshing when coming through the building's doors(air conditioned always). Honestly, the things that the university provided you is like coming into a new hotel, everything is taken care of. No trash laying around,no cars parked to block roadways, no employees being disrespectful and no sloppy hallways in the buildings. One more thing! They just built a brand new Publix store on campus! That is pretty cool.
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    I love the University of South Florida! The staff is excellent and student government and countless other organizations are here to help ensure fun and creativity across the campus. The dining halls are amazing and provide countless options to cater to every single dietary need. The university also offers a Publix on campus and has a night time golf cart service to get you across campus at night if you don't feel safe! The community at USF is based on diversity and you will always come across friends. The professors goal is to teach you, not to fail you, so no matter what course you take you will always leave with valuable information!
    The University of South Florida is a diverse, innovative school for anyone to grow and better their education. With an immaculate campus, excellent professors, and motivated students, USF is a college dream come true. It is full of people both brilliant and creative that makes it one-of-a-kind. Located in the heart of Tampa, there is so much to do on and off-campus that learning goes much beyond the gates of the school! I would encourage anyone to look into becoming a Bull, it is the best decision I have ever made. Go Bulls!