Admission Information

Graduate Student Admission Information

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Applying to graduate school is an exciting advancement in your academic career. Rather than a complicated application process, let's keep it simple. These resources explaining the admissions process, important deadlines, residency and more will help you navigate each step.

If you're new to USF, first learn why graduate students choose USF.

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Before You Apply

When you're applying to grad school, it's important to be prepared. With help from these resources, you'll be ready to apply now.

View Academic Requirements 

Review Dates and Deadlines 

Learn How to Apply 

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Apply to USF

Whether you're still finishing up an undergraduate degree, preparing for a doctorate degree or going back to school for that advanced degree you've always wanted, it all starts with an application. What are you waiting for?

Apply to USF Now 

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After You Apply

Once you've applied, complete the rest of your application package. If you've already been admitted, complete your next steps to become a Bull!

Review Applicant Next Steps 

Complete Next Steps After Admission 

USF Admissions Resources

Cost of Attendance

View our tuition rates for in-state and out-of-state graduate students. They’re among the lowest in the nation! 

Calculate My Cost 

Residency Information

Your residency classification determines whether you’re charged in-state or out-of-state tuition. Find out how to ensure you’re classified correctly.

Declare Florida Residency 

Explore Programs

Explore our 150+ graduate programs and research opportunities, including concurrent, accelerated and online degrees.

Discover Our Programs 


Disclosures

USF NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION 

The University of South Florida encourages applications for admission from qualified students regardless of race, color, marital status, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected group status in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws on non-discrimination and equal opportunity.

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The University of South Florida does not discriminate in admissions*, educational programs or activities. Any questions or inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to the University’s Title IX Coordinator.

*Title IX coordinators are unable to answer admissions related questions or inquiries. 

APPLICANT SELF DISCLOSURES

The application process limits requests for information to prior conduct and academic information.  In the event an Applicant independently and voluntarily discloses additional personal information such as past emotional trauma, physical disabilities, or mental health challenges as part of a personal essay or statement, the self-disclosure of unsolicited personal information will not be considered a student report and those self-disclosures may not result in University initiated referrals for intervention or student support services.  In the event an Applicant is admitted, at the time of full enrollment a student may initiate contact with the available student success offices for support or guidance.