Usf Semester Schedule (2024)

FAQs

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University of South Florida's tuition is $6,410 for in-state and $17,324 for out-of-state students.

USF operates on a semester system.

Evening classes meet weekly at the USF Tampa campus.

You aren't required to live on campus unless you are entering school under certain programs like INTO USF. You'll be able to choose from off-campus housing options that help you start your freshman year at USF strong with excellent amenities and proximity to campus.

The acceptance rate at USF is 43.9%.

This means the school is moderately selective. The school expects you to meet their requirements for GPA and SAT/ACT scores, but they're more flexible than other schools. If you exceed their requirements, you have an excellent chance of getting in.

We require a minimum GPA of 2.50 (unweighted) in dual enrollment courses to be considered for (and maintain) an offer of admission to USF. All high school students, including those earning an A.A. degree through Dual Enrollment, must submit a freshman (first-year) application to USF by the freshman deadline.

Students taking a minimum of 9 hours toward their degree in the fall or spring semester, or taking a minimum of 6 hours in the summer semester, will be classified a Full-Time students for academic purposes.

Students who need to take a break from their studies for personal or other reasons, but intend to return to USF within one year, can file a Leave of Absence with the Registrar. Filing a Leave of Absence will hold your place for one year. After that you would need to reapply to return to USF.

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Ceremony Information

Fall 2024 Commencement is tentatively scheduled for December 13 - 14 at the Yuengling Center on the Tampa campus. Commencement schedule and registration will be availalbe mid - October.

A semester system generally consists of two 15-week terms, while a quarter system consists of four 10-week sessions. A quarter system consists of four 10-week sessions in the fall, winter, spring, and summer. The average full-time student takes 3-4 courses per term, or 9-12 credits.

USF students who are actively enrolled in a given semester have access -- free of charge -- to recreation facilities across all three USF campuses: St Petersburg, Tampa, and Sarasota/Manatee. Students will swipe or show their USF ID to gain entrance to the facilities.

Although Orientation is only required for students, not family members, we highly recommend you attend. Orientation provides valuable information to help you navigate your student's transition to USF. We can't wait to meet you!

Meal plans are required for Freshman students with an on-campus housing reservation, but students who live off-campus may also sign-up for a meal plan if they prefer.

Week of Welcome (WOW) is a week-long USF celebration to welcome new students and returning students each summer, fall, and spring! WOW features a series of events and programs for new and returning Bulls to make lasting connections and have a successful start to your semester.

The Scientific Training in Addiction Research Techniques (START) Program is a comprehensive research education program dedicated to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the substance misuse research workforce.