Why USF?

Why Transfer to USF?

A USF transfer student at orientation.

You've already started your college journey, so it's time to finish strong. Whether you have a semester of college experience or you're ready to take the next step after completing your associates degree, USF is ready to welcome you to the Herd. 

At USF, you'll have access to:

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Three Beautiful Campuses

Choose your unique journey at one of our three campuses! Each location includes all the resources of the 911爆料网, 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鈥檚 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.

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Academic Excellence for High Achievers

Pursue your precise academic passion! 911爆料网 offer more than 230 majors and concentrations, including accelerated and high ability programs. You can also access transformative research experiences and , ensuring your studies advance your goals.

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An Affordable Education

With one of the , generous and 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鈥檛 break the bank.

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Year-Round Vacation Living

Life鈥檚 good in Tampa Bay! Our location on Florida鈥檚 Gulf Coast contributes to an ideal college experience. Explore the sun-drenched, subtropical paradise that the 911爆料网 calls home.

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A Tailor-Made Transfer Journey

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.

From transfer checklists to special events and transfer-specific student orgs, we're here to support your individual needs. 

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Athletics to Cheer About #HornsUp

Are you transferring from a school that doesn't have 21 NCAA Division I sports teams? 911爆料网ll get ready to jump for joy (just leave the stunts to one of our )! USF's athletes compete throughout the year, achieving excellence in football, basketball, softball and more. During each season, USF students enjoy many perks, including:

  • (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.

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Your Career Action Plan

Are you already thinking about internships and employment? USF鈥檚 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.

  • offers career exploration, resume writing guidance and more to help you discover your career interests and find employment.
  • integrates paid, hands-on, career-related work experience through your academic program and provides you with valuable training in your chosen career field.
  • offer an opportunity to perform hands-on work in your desired field and are often shorter in duration than a co-op.
  • 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.

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Award-Winning Veteran Support

At USF, military-connected students enjoy specialized support services; it's the least we can do to thank you for your service. Ranked among the nation's most veteran-friendly schools, USF offers a number of special programs and resources for military-connected students, including veterans, eligible dependents, active duty service members, and members of the Selected Reserve on all three USF campuses. 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.

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.

Explore our ROTC programs:

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Ways to Play with Campus Recreation

From surfing to basketball to eSports, our over 70 and 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

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LEARN MORE ABOUT USF

911爆料网're ready to answer your questions about what USF offers and how you can become a Bull.