Each USF campus offers a one-of-a-kind college experience – all under the umbrella of a single Preeminent Research University.
If you crave the thrill of a large metropolitan university with endless events and activities, consider our sprawling Tampa campus.
Is a culturally rich waterfront city more your scene? You might be a natural for the stunning St. Petersburg campus.
Prefer a tight-knit community where your professors know you by name? Find that hometown feel on the Sarasota-Manatee campus.
Three Campuses | One USF
Packed with all the student amenities and resources of a large university, the Tampa campus is also just a short drive from downtown, historic Ybor City, theme parks and more.
The culturally diverse students at the Tampa campus hail from more than 140 countries around the world.
The Tampa campus offers more than 600 clubs and organizations, 17 varsity sports, a thriving arts scene and frequent campus events, including concerts, comedy shows, lecture series and more.
As early as freshman year, you can connect with a faculty mentor and join in cutting-edge, hands-on research.
Three Campuses | One USF
Located on beautiful Bayboro Harbor, the St. Petersburg campus is in the heart of the vibrant Innovation District of the City of St. Petersburg and within walking distance to cultural attractions, restaurants and concert venues.
A new 375-bed residence hall with a full-service dining hall opened in July 2020, increasing on-campus housing by nearly 70 percent.
Take advantage of our stunning scenery with basketball, sand volleyball and an outdoor pool, or hit the water between classes on a kayak, canoe, paddle board or sailboat.
As early as your freshmen year, you’ll have the opportunity work alongside professors on innovative research or pursue your own projects through experiential learning.
Three Campuses | One USF
Learn at the world-renowned Mote Marine Laboratory and the Culinary Innovation Lab, a fully equipped teaching center for students in the Hospitality Management program.
Full-time, part-time, online and on-campus class options are designed to fit your schedule.
With the lowest student-faculty ratio of all USF campuses, you get more personalized academic support.
Explore a variety of clubs and organizations, plus student recreation, such as a fitness center, yoga and more.
From our stunning campus locations and amenities to our diverse culture and exceptional resources, you'll discover numerous reasons students love calling USF home. With the academic and support opportunities available, you'll benefit today when you start your education and tomorrow when you step into your career.
Connect with other students who share your interests, culture or beliefs. USF features more than 600 clubs and organizations across our three campuses. Whether you want to support a cause, continue engaging in a beloved activity or explore something new, USF's student-run clubs and organizations are a great way for you to make friends, expand your education and get involved on campus.
At USF, we emphasize a balanced approach to your education that doesn't end with academics. Stay physically active with award-winning recreation centers, swimming pools, fitness classes, watersports and more. We feature on-campus medical clinics and counseling services to keep you healthy inside and out. Plus, we feature numerous other services, such as career counseling, tutoring and financial education, to ensure you finish your degree ready to take the next big step.
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Your average day at USF is anything but average. Across our three locations, you'll enjoy 1,000+ on-campus events each year, from concerts and celebrity guest lectures to movies and art exhibits. This includes special cultural events where we come together to celebrate USF's global diversity and learn about our rich student body made up of students from across the world. All USF students also receive free admission to 18 men's and women's varsity sports, including football.
RESEARCH AT USF
You want to change the world. USF gives you the opportunity. Our Office of High Impact Practices and Undergraduate Research supports students across all majors by providing the chance to engage in life-changing research as early as freshman year.
in research contracts and grants awarded in 2020
among all universities worldwide in generating new patents
Intellectual Property Owners Association/NAI, 2020
new patents, 98 license/options and 11 new startup companies in fiscal year 2021
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Housing and Dining Tampa Campus St. Petersburg Campus Sarasota-Manatee Campus
Housing and Dining
USF offers traditional-, suite- or apartment-style housing on the Tampa campus. Students who want to join a fraternity or sorority can live in the Greek Village. Finally, we offer 12 living-learning communities where you can choose to live with students who share similar academic, career and social interests.
When you transfer to the Tampa campus, you join a foodie's paradise. Take advantage of more than 30 on-campus dining locations that include everything from traditional dining halls and sidewalk cafes to nationally known favorites. No matter what your dietary preferences, you will find something to enjoy. Plus, we feature convenient meal plans to help simplify the payment process. Can't find something you like? We have an on-campus Publix Super Market!
Housing and Dining
Housing options at the St. Petersburg campus feature three suite-style buildings, Residence Hall One, the University Community Center and our new Residence Hall Three, which has its own dining hall and community kitchen. Residential Community Programs within each hall allow you to live with students who share similar majors, interests or identities – perfect for transfer students making new friends!
If you have food allergies, the Allergen Solutions station in our residential dining room has special selections made from ingredients without common food allergens. There's also a special dietary request/food allergy form designed to accommodate you if you have specific allergies or dietary restrictions. Other dining options include The Reef, The Coral Café and The Bull Market Café. Our meal plan includes Meal Swipes and Dining Dollars embedded in your USF ID, simplifying the payment process.
