University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida · Public
University of South Florida admitted 41% of 71,722 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1160–1340 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 75% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of South Florida
Enter a score to see whether University of South Florida is a reach, target or likely school for you.
Based on the admit rate (41%) alone. Add a score for a sharper read.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more.
Early decision and early action
University of South Florida doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How University of South Florida rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
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Considered
- Class rank
Not considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 4.09 GPA. 29% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $25,625 in-state and $36,539 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,578 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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