Undergraduate

International Transfer Dates and Deadlines

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International applicants living outside the U.S. may apply up to one year prior to the desired term of entry. Additional time is usually required for submission of academic documents, evaluation, and immigration related matters. I-20 issuance for obtaining a student visa must be completed at least 30 days prior to the beginning of the semester.


Application Deadlines for International Transfer Students

Please note: Students interested in Nursing have a separate set of earlier deadlines for admission. Visit their website for specific information.

Fall 2025 Semester Start

August 1, 2024 Fall application opens.
March 15, 2025

Rolling Admissions Decisions Begin 

Please note: USF will need your final semester transcripts to release your admissions decision.

 June 1, 2025

Final Application Deadline

Submit your application by this date to be considered for Fall admission. 

June 15, 2025

Final Supporting Documents Deadline

Submit all required documents to USF by June 15 to be considered for Fall admission.

July 25, 2025

I-20 Submission Deadline

If you intend on taking classes during the Fall semester, you must submit documents to receive your I-20 no later than July 25 (one month prior to the start of classes).

August 25, 2025 Fall Classes Begin

 

Spring 2026 Semester Start

March 1, 2025 Spring application opens.
September 15, 2025: 

Rolling Admission Decisions Begin

Decisions will be released starting on September 15 and rolling thereafter.

The release of admissions decisions is done on a rolling basis and prioritized by term of enrollment which may impact when decisions are released.

November 1, 2025

Final Application Deadline

Submit your application by this date to be considered for Spring 2026 admission.

November 15, 2025

Final Materials Deadline

Submit all required documents to USF by November 15 to be considered for Spring admission.

December 12, 2025

I-20 Submission Deadline

If you intend on taking classes during the Spring semester, you must submit documents to receive your I-20 no later than December 12 (one month prior to the start of classes).