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University of South Florida

4202 East Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620

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University of South Florida School Description

At USF, we believe a university can help change the world. To do that, academic programs are innovative as well as pragmatic. Learning moves from the theoretical in the classroom to practical application in the laboratory, the community and the world.

* USF students are engaged in their disciplines through internships, research opportunities, study abroad, work and service experiences.
* Students are at the forefront of emerging technologies and new sciences, assisting with breakthroughs in fields such as medicine, biotechnology, engineering and the environment with positive impact on lives around the world.
* Students participate in endeavors with global reach: USF is home to the Patel Center for Global Solutions and the only Confucius Institute in the state.

The focus of USF academics is to enable students to see how their specific disciplines can shape the global community… and how they, personally, can impact the world.

School Website: University of South Florida

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University of South Florida

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The University of South Florida (USF), a public institution known within the State University System of Florida as USF Tampa, is a public research university system located in Tampa, Florida, USA, with an autonomous campus in St. Petersburg, and branch centers in Sarasota and Lakeland. The main campus is located in North Tampa, near the City of Temple Terrace.

Founded in 1956, USF is the ninth largest university in the nation and the third largest in the state of Florida, with a total enrollment of 46,174 as of the fall 2008 semester.

USF is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as engaging "very high research". Furthermore, the university's proposal to create the Florida Center of Excellence for Biomolecular Identification and Target Therapeutics, an $8 million proposal, was ranked highest among all grant proposals considered by the Florida Technology, Research and Scholarship Board in 2006. The Princeton Review ranked the university among the "366 Best Colleges" in the United States. USF is also one of the nation's top centers for the advancement in research of treatments for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Huntington's diseases.

The university lists five strategic priorities: student success, research and innovation, community engagement, global literacy and impact, and integrated, interdisciplinary inquiry.

History

USF was founded in 1956. However, the university was not officially named until the following year, and courses did not start until 1960. Some of the original proposed names included "Citrus State University", "Sunshine State University," "The University of the Western Hemisphere," and "The University of Florida at Temple Terrace." Former US Representative Sam Gibbons was instrumental in the school's creation when he was a state representative and is considered by many to essentially be the school's founder. It was built on the site of Henderson Air Field, a World War II airstrip. Although located in west-central Florida, at the time of establishment USF was the southernmost public university in the State of Florida, a geographic situation that lent USF its sometimes confusing name.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southeast
Setting:
Large City Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Bulls
Nickname:
USF

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
33,705
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
98%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$16,155
Students Receiving Aid:
87%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$30 30
Selectivity:
Highly Selective
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University of South Florida Degree Programs

Associates Degree Programs

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Bachelors Degree Programs

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Masters Degree Programs

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University of South Florida Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 98%
Part-Time 2%
Men vs. Women
Women 59%
Men 41%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 68%
Hispanic 11%
African-American 11%
Other 5%
Asian 5%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 88%
Out-of-State 12%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Florida 88%
Pennsylvania 0%
New Jersey 0%
Virginia 0%
New York 0%
Percent of Students International: 3%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 13%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Big East Conference)
Basketball (Big East Conference)
Baseball (Big East Conference)
Track (Big East Conference)

University of South Florida Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $3,457 $16,155  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $2,211 $14,305  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $1,245 $1,850  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $2,872 18%  
State and Local Grants:
 $2,671 82%  
Institutional Grants:
 $1,867 31%  
Student Loans:
 $2,324 26%  
Any Aid:
   87%  

University of South Florida Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 50% (Highly Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 63%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 510, Math: 520
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 610, Math: 620

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $30.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on University of South Florida

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Ronaldo L
Ronaldo L

Question: Is the University of South Florida a good university??

I dont know, bt many have told me that going there would look real bad if you want a job. I dont know if they are talking crazy, I just dont know. I am interested because of their chemical enineering program. I just dont know if I should attend after what many have told me. Which other university in Florida is an excellent University?
35 months ago
Donald C
Donald C

Best Answer

Who are these people who are telling you that the University of South Florida would look real bad if you want a job? Are these high school seniors or are they job recruiters in Florida? What I'm getting at is that sometimes there is a tendency by students and others to trash local universities that don't have the reputation of the top national universities. I believe this is not good, as many of these local universities that are not as well known may provide the good education that someone needs to learn. South Florida is accredited by the regional accrediting agency, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its engineering programs are accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. These are key accreditations needed for an American engineering school so a degree from the school should be credible. No Florida school is ranked as high as ivy league schools with regard to general overall reputation, but Florida, Florida State (in conjunction with Florida A&M), and Miami also have engineering programs and are well known nationally (in part because of big time sports). But even on that measure, South Florida is make some strides with joining the Big East Conference. So I would think that South Florida is as good a place to go, unless your hung on an elite national university at the top of the US News & World Report rankings.
Christy
Christy

Question: Is the University of South Florida a respected school???

The time has come, I'm finally a senior!!! I have to apply to colleges, and I have no idea where I want to go. I was looking around and I found out about the University of South Florida. I'm from Louisiana so I don't know anything about Florida Universities. Is it really as good as Florida State and the University of Florida, or is it like the reject school. what is there reputation???
36 months ago
amishvomitcake
amish...

Best Answer

For a while it was kind of like the Plan B school for locals, but their standards and reputation have both been rapidly increasing in recent years. It's not a "reject school" by any means. It can be pricey if you're coming in from out-of-state, though, that's the only thing. What you should do is figure out a general idea of what you would like to study, then apply to universities which offer the best programs in that particular field and also related fields. University of South Florida has top-notch medical programs (doctoral and nursing), engineering programs, and education programs. Their College of Business Administration is also very well-respected within the area and many of the programs within the College of Arts and Sciences are worthwhile as well. I think the Religious Studies program at USF, last I heard, is one of the largest Religious Studies programs in the American university system. Good luck with your applications!
C Lo
C Lo

Question: Which is the better party school...?

Arizone State, University of South Florida or University of Florida? ok if you're going to leave gay hater comments then plz don't even bother answering the question..if you must know i take school very seriously and i just wanted to know what school had good parties not so I can wastle my life away at every party, but to see which school had the best parties if i chose to attend every once in a while
37 months ago
joeapalla
joeap...

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In Florida I would have to say USF since it is near a big city with a lot more to do, while at UF, there are only two places you can really party. The handful bars on University Avenue across from campus or the handful of bars and clubs downtown. You can pretty much hit even single bar and club within a span of a couple of weeks. Not much to do away from campus and you are really not close to a beach like USF is. I don't know about ASU.
John K
John K

Question: Colleges near Tampa?

Hello, Im looking for colleges near the Tampa area.... I know of University of Tampa and the University of South Florida but what others are there??? (at least within a 3hour radius of tampa)
37 months ago
oyinkan a
oyink...

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Oh I went to University of South Florida. I just graduated Dec. 2006. It is a really cool school,. parties every night.. u can create a schedule around them. lol. Anyways, there is Florida Southern College which is in Lakeland (www.flsouthern.edu). Lakeland is only about 40 minutes away from Tampa. I actually went to Florida southern for a year, but it is in the middle of a small town, so I left for USF. There is also Eckerd college(but doesnt have dat much of a reputation, too small, and unknown around tampa or Florida). There is the Florida party school, which is Univ. of Florida. UF is 3 hrs away from tampa. www.Ufl.edu. there is also southeastern college in Lakewales also around 40 minutes from Tampa - it is very close to Lakeland. There is also FAMU.. gosh so many schools, I hope this info helps! Gooluck! Keep in mid that if u go to either Uni. of Tampa, Univ. of South Florida, or Univ. of Florida, u would have greater opportunity to intern at big firms because these schools are close to downtown areas. I am talking from experience, if u have some big company names on ur resume b4 u graduate, u are sure of a gr8 job after college. Goodluck!
AlexelA
AlexelA

Question: George Wasington University vs. University of South Florida??

I can't decide!! I know GW is top-notch, but I see that it is somewhat limited in some programs, especially the media program. If anyone has attended any of these 2 universities, please give pros/cons of each. Thank you!
38 months ago
robert_dod
rober...

Best Answer

USF is great party school, great weather. But it does not compete in any area with GW. If you are looking for media, look to a real media school. USF is fine, but if you can get into GW, you can do better than USF.
kachilous_2002
kachilo...

Question: Which is a better college, University of South Florida or University of Central Florida?

If you could tell me why that would be great
39 months ago
Angel
Angel

Best Answer

USF is WAY better! I went to UCF and I HATED it! The campus isn't in the best area, the parking is horrible, and the teachers are ALWAYS late for classes! USF teachers seem to care more about the classes they teach, and although it is in Tampa it is in a LOT nicer area then Orlando. USF is more well known and the best place to take certain majors in Florida is at USF. Orlando sucks, and no one should move there if you don't have to!!
Reed
Reed

Question: Anyone attended or attending University of South Florida?

I'd like to know what the atmosphere is like and all that good stuff, please.
39 months ago
MISS KNIGHT
MISS ...

Best Answer

I'm in a graduate program at USF. It's a very active campus. There always seems to be something going on. The campus is extremely diverse and the administration prides itself on that. Sports, of course, is extremely big and there is lots of Bull Pride. If you have anymore specific questions you may e-mail me at miss_rhomantic@yahoo.com
Dro Esquire
Dro Esq...

Question: University of Central Florida or the University of South Florida. Whats the better school?

40 months ago
Carrie
Carrie

Best Answer

Both colleges are good it depends which degree you are seeking. Undergraduate medical is available at the University of South Florida now, but UCF is in the process of having a medical school in the near future. I graduated from UCF and obtained a well rounded education. UCF has an Honors college (Burnette) if you have the grades. I have found that your education is only successful as the amount of time you are willing to invest in it. Check both colleges out online and make an appointment to visit the department in which you are interested in obtaining a degree. Good luck to you.
Village L
Village L

Question: can anyone find info on phd programs at USF.edu?

I'm trying to find info on phd programs (political science, history, international studies especially) at USF (university of south florida) but I'll be damed if I can figure out their VERY complex website.... please help... just need some links to their phd programs...thanks! www.usf.edu
44 months ago
Taranto
Taranto

Best Answer

I didn't have any problems finding the information (see the link below). The main reason you had trouble finding PhD program information in those fields is that USF doesn't offer a PhD in those fields.

Photos

  • The USF Sun Dome, where many sporting and live entertainment events are held.
    The USF Sun Dome, where many sporting and live entertainment events are held. [source]
  • Bust of Martin Luther King, Jr. in MLK Plaza at USF
    Bust of Martin Luther King, Jr. in MLK Plaza at USF [source]
  • Beta Hall houses first-year "University Experience" students. Built in the early 1960s, it is the largest residence hall on the Tampa campus.
    Beta Hall houses first-year "University Experience" students. Built in the early 1960s, it is the largest residence hall on the Tampa campus. [source]
  • University of South Florida Seal
    University of South Florida Seal [source]
  • Old USF Athletics logo, replaced in 2003 by the "Iconic Bull".
    Old USF Athletics logo, replaced in 2003 by the "Iconic Bull". [source]

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