Admission Information
Graduate Student Admission Information
Applying to graduate school is a huge step in your academic career, but the application process shouldn't be complicated. Review our resources about the application process, important deadlines, residency, and more.
New to USF? Check out why graduate students choose USF.
Before You Apply
As a future Bull, you know the importance of being prepared. Applying to graduate school is no different. Take advantage of our resources and get ready to apply now.
Apply
What are you waiting for? Whether you're still finishing up your undergraduate degree, looking forward to starting a doctorate degree or finally ready to go back to school to get that advanced degree you've always wanted, it all starts with an application. Find your place in the Herd!
After You Apply
Whether you're still waiting for your decision and need to submit your materials or you've been admitted and you're ready to become a Bull, we've got you covered.
USF Admissions Resources
Cost of Attendance
See our tuition rates for in-state and out-of-state graduate students. They’re among the lowest in the nation!
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.
Explore Programs
Explore our 150+ graduate programs and research opportunities, including concurrent, accelerated and online degrees.
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.