University of South Florida

Around 49% of applicants get into University of South Florida each year. Out of 50,368 applications received in 2023, 24,881 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to University of South Florida, the regular decision application deadline is May 1 and the fee for the application is $30.

Students who submit their applications to University of South Florida for fall semester should hear back from University of South Florida by November 15.

University of South Florida Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of South Florida's admissions stats.

University of South Florida 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	30%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	70%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	30%
Waitlist	No

University of South Florida Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of South Florida.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	5 1	November 15

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Considering Applying Early to University of South Florida?

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University of South Florida may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of South Florida directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of South Florida Admissions

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Transferring to University of South Florida

For more information on transferring to University of South Florida, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to University of South Florida

University of South Florida has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of South Florida Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of South Florida

What does University of South Florida consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Class Rank	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with University of South Florida for more information on admission factors.

University of South Florida Application Requirements

To apply to University of South Florida, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with University of South Florida's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of South Florida?

University of South Florida has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 59% submitted a class rank. At University of South Florida 30% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 65% were in the top 25% and 91% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of South Florida, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	61%
3.75 and 3.99	16%
3.50 and 3.74	13%
3.25 and 3.49	7%
3.00 and 3.24	2%
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of South Florida directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of South Florida does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 70% of University of South Florida's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 30% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of South Florida?

To be competitive with other University of South Florida applicants, you should aim to score between 1150 and 1330 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of South Florida 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1330 and 25% of scored lower than 1150, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of South Florida students scored 670 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of South Florida students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of South Florida, you should strive to earn between 24 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of South Florida's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of South Florida students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

More Information on Transferring to University of South Florida

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of South Florida during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of South Florida Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of South Florida?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of South Florida.

Does University of South Florida accept transfer credits?

✅ University of South Florida accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of South Florida accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to University of South Florida?

✅ University of South Florida is not test optional.

What is University of South Florida's acceptance rate?

✅ University of South Florida's acceptance rate is 49%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of South Florida?

🟨 University of South Florida may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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