Admission Information

Non-Degree Seeking Students

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At the University of South Florida, we strive to meet the needs of everyone who attends our institution, including non-degree seeking students. Convenient options are available to you, whether you want to take classes to satisfy a personal interest or learn a new skill, fulfill admission requirements or earn college credits.

Transient Students

I am attending another public Florida institution.

I want to take additional courses at USF to count toward my degree at my home institution, to meet an admission requirement for another degree program, or to satisfy a personal interest or desire for enrichment.

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Visiting Students

I am attending an institution that is not a public Florida institution.

I want to take additional courses at USF to count toward my degree at my home institution, to meet an admission requirement for another degree program, or to satisfy a personal interest or desire for enrichment.

Info on Being a Visiting Student

Personal Enrichment/Interest Students Or Post-Graduates Preparing for Next Degree

I am not currently enrolled at a college or university.

I want to take courses to meet an admission requirement for entry into a degree program, for personal interest or to earn college credit.

Please note: This is not recommended for degree-seeking freshman or transfer students who do not meet general admission criteria to USF.

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Dual Enrollment Students

I am a high school or home-schooled student who has not yet graduated.

I want to take college courses at USF to earn both high school and college credit.

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Senior Auditors

I am a Florida resident 60 years of age or older.

I want to take classes for personal enrichment only and not to earn college credit or grades.

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Certificate Students

I have earned at least a bachelor’s degree, which is required for most graduate certificate programs.

I want a graduate certificate to supplement my current graduate program of study or to enhance my skills in a related field.

Info About Grad Certificates