Why Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV?
Why Choose Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV?
From the moment you first step onto our campus to the moment you finally turn the tassel at graduation, we are committed to the success of talented students like you.
As you consider your options, we welcome you to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, our vibrant community and the endless opportunities that await you at our campuses in the thriving Tampa Bay area. Get to know us a little better as you discover what it means to be a part of the herd.
Discover Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV
Our Campuses
Learn more about our three Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV campuses – all under the umbrella of a single Preeminent Research University. Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Tampa is our largest campus, located in Tampa’s booming Uptown District. Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV St. Petersburg is on the waterfront in artsy downtown St. Petersburg. Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Sarasota-Manatee is our smallest, most close-knit campus, located in the heart of stunning Sarasota.
Tampa Bay Area Living
Tampa Bay is one of Florida’s most scenic and charming communities — and one of its fastest-growing. Explore the sun-drenched, subtropical paradise that the University of South Florida calls home.
Academics
We offer more than 200 majors and concentrations, including accelerated and high ability programs, so you can pursue your precise academic passion. You’ll also have access to transformative research experiences and exhilarating study abroad opportunities.
Student Life
Find your passion and an array of services on campus to make you feel right at home and be successful.
Other Reasons to Love Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV
Affordability
With one of the lowest tuition rates in the country, generous financial aid and scholarships, and plenty of student employment opportunities, Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV is an outstanding value. Even if you live outside Florida, our tuition rates are competitive with many local universities.
Learn more about how we can help you reach your education goals at a price that won’t break the bank.
Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Athletics
Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV’s 18 NCAA Division I teams compete throughout the year, achieving excellence in football, basketball, softball and more. Around game-time, Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV students enjoy many perks, like:
- Free admission to every game (including football)
- Fan rewards
- Free transportation to watch the Bulls play football at Raymond James Stadium, famous home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Soon, students will cheer on the Bulls at our very own on-campus stadium.
Recreation and Activities
From surfing to basketball to eSports, our over 70 intramural and options allow you to find the activity that interests you. Other recreation and fitness options also include:
- Gyms at all three campuses
- Equipment rentals at all three campuses
- Adventure Trips for all students
- Pools at the Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses
- Group fitness at the Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses
- Hiking trail at the Tampa campus
- Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Challenge Course at the Tampa campus
Student Resources
Student success is at the heart of what we do. To ensure the best outcomes possible, Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV offers multiple academic resources for our students, including academic advising, tutoring and testing services and more.
We are also focused on supporting student accessibility across all three campuses.
Career Services
Get ready for graduation starting on day one! Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV’s Career Services supports you in the process of dreaming, planning and achieving career goals. They can teach you how to self-assess and conduct career research, seek out experiences that will give you transferable skills, and search for full-time employment. Offerings include:
- : Offers career exploration, resume writing and more services to current students to help you discover your career interests and find employment.
- : Integrates hands-on, paid, career-related work experience with your academic program and provides you with valuable training in your chosen career field.
- : Offers a hands-on opportunity to work in your desired field and are often shorter in duration than a co-op.
- : Prepares you for the career search after graduation with a suite of services including resume and cover letter preparation, employer research, networking and interview skills, and tips on proper attire.
Military and Veteran Services
Ranked among the nation's most veteran-friendly schools, Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV offers a number of unique programs and resources for student veterans. Not only will you benefit by getting your degree from a nationally ranked university – you also will find camaraderie among our large student veteran population, as well as ongoing support from our Office of Veteran Success.
We offer an out-of-state tuition waiver for any qualified veteran, dependent, or active duty personnel who enrolls in the university. Additionally, our walks students through the admission process and how to use the GI Bill benefit.
Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV is also one of the few universities in the nation with ROTC programs for all four military departments. There’s even an ROTC living-learning community located in Maple Hall on the Tampa campus.
Explore our ROTC programs offered:
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