University of South Florida is a public 4-year college in Tampa, Florida with 37,207 undergraduates. It admits 43% of applicants, costs an average of $8,648 a year after grants and graduates 78% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of South Florida acceptance rate and admissions
University of South Florida admitted 43% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 580 to 660, math 550 to 660). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of South Florida application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 2, 2026 (passed) |
| Regular decision | Dec 16, 2026 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Dec 16, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $30 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University of South Florida’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University of South Florida tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $6,410 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $18,416 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,824 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $22,086 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $8,648 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $8,648 a year after grants and scholarships, $13,438 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of South Florida's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of South Florida graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 78% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $63,660 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 26% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of South Florida majors and what graduates earn
University of South Florida awarded bachelor's degrees in 72 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer engineering ($109,054).
All 72 majors at University of South Florida
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer engineering | 35 | $82,616 | $109,054 | $20,489 |
| Electrical engineering | 89 | $79,180 | $102,275 | $17,414 |
| Chemical engineering | 49 | $73,844 | $94,387 | $11,280 |
| Computer and information sciences | 285 | $69,318 | $90,953 | $17,115 |
| Industrial engineering | 68 | $73,833 | $90,040 | $17,597 |
| Mechanical engineering | 173 | $71,537 | $88,249 | $15,375 |
| Civil engineering | 81 | $71,783 | $84,789 | $13,750 |
| Nursing | 362 | $78,991 | $84,694 | $15,750 |
| Management information systems | 225 | $67,186 | $83,227 | $14,721 |
| Accounting | 255 | $56,610 | $78,918 | $13,133 |
| Statistics | 26 | $54,095 | $74,071 | n/a |
| Finance | 446 | $58,085 | $73,933 | $14,824 |
| Physics | 37 | $43,622 | $68,967 | $17,625 |
| Economics | 242 | $52,244 | $67,007 | $17,519 |
| International business | 30 | $47,776 | $66,141 | $20,100 |
| Marketing | 399 | $45,851 | $65,269 | $15,805 |
| Business | 312 | $49,702 | $64,838 | $15,897 |
| Political science | 194 | $44,140 | $64,820 | $15,052 |
| Business administration | 15 | $59,852 | $60,600 | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | 28 | $42,094 | $60,472 | n/a |
| Chemistry | 76 | $42,184 | $59,942 | $14,250 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 212 | $47,170 | $59,587 | $18,667 |
| Mathematics | 20 | $57,452 | $59,125 | n/a |
| International relations | 74 | $29,957 | $58,999 | $16,306 |
| Hospitality management | 6 | $39,534 | $57,695 | n/a |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | 11 | $34,384 | $57,628 | n/a |
| Health professions, general | 1,092 | $36,763 | $56,452 | $15,000 |
| Geography | 19 | $40,823 | $54,944 | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 17 | $41,123 | $54,778 | $13,874 |
| Graphic and industrial design | 22 | $33,938 | $54,770 | n/a |
| Environmental science | 156 | $41,483 | $53,991 | $17,757 |
| Criminology | 409 | $39,397 | $53,883 | $15,087 |
| Communication | 275 | $40,858 | $53,810 | $15,000 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other | 13 | n/a | $53,756 | n/a |
| Public health | 146 | $40,894 | $53,560 | $17,500 |
| Social work | 78 | $36,004 | $52,451 | $15,000 |
| Teacher education by subject | 124 | $49,563 | $52,093 | $15,406 |
| Special education | 7 | n/a | $51,759 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 158 | $51,572 | $51,650 | $16,451 |
| Speech-language pathology | 136 | $36,879 | $51,378 | $15,057 |
| Philosophy | 21 | $19,907 | $49,561 | n/a |
| Biology | 1,075 | $32,119 | $49,395 | $15,687 |
| Social Sciences, General | 158 | $37,791 | $47,969 | $20,875 |
| History | 115 | $38,028 | $47,936 | $16,250 |
| Sociology | 49 | $37,402 | $47,379 | $15,211 |
| Psychology | 905 | $34,713 | $47,257 | $15,000 |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 8 | n/a | $46,115 | n/a |
| Theater | 25 | $28,614 | $45,671 | n/a |
| English | 138 | $32,712 | $45,178 | $14,320 |
| Anthropology | 63 | $32,874 | $44,283 | $17,750 |
| Human services | 65 | $34,199 | $43,976 | $18,984 |
| Linguistics | 58 | $33,959 | $43,813 | $15,813 |
| Fine and studio arts | 124 | $29,217 | $38,820 | $17,924 |
| Dance | 17 | n/a | $33,269 | n/a |
| Information science | 178 | $57,668 | n/a | $17,125 |
| Public relations and advertising | 173 | $42,377 | n/a | $15,826 |
| IT and network administration | 124 | n/a | n/a | $14,694 |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences | 61 | n/a | n/a | $11,582 |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 57 | n/a | n/a | $10,767 |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 51 | n/a | n/a | $16,226 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 33 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biomedical engineering | 29 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Applied mathematics | 27 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental engineering | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sustainability Studies | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Gerontology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical lab science | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Insurance | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biological and physical sciences | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of South Florida
131 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 131 graduate programs
Students and location
- 37,207 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 22 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of South Florida?
University of South Florida admitted 43% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of South Florida cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $6,410 for in-state students and $18,416 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $8,648 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for University of South Florida?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 580 to 660 in reading and writing and 550 to 660 in math, and 24 to 29 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is University of South Florida test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of South Florida reported that test scores were: required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of South Florida?
78% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of South Florida graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $63,660 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.