Admission Information
Transfer How to Apply
You’ll apply using USF’s online application, but before diving in, watch our transfer application tutorial video or review our tutorial guide. We’ll walk you through the entire process!
APPLY IN A FEW EASY STEPS
Ready to get started? Select your transfer type to see all the steps required to complete your application package. You can also download our Transfer Application Steps Guide if you need it later.
If you aren't sure what type of transfer student you are, check out our General Requirements for All Majors section of our website.
1. Submit Your Application
Complete the USF online application.
2. Pay Your Application Fee
Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver* to admissions@usf.edu.
3. Submit Your Official High School Transcripts
High School Graduates
Ask your school to send transcripts to USF electronically. If this option is not available,
official transcripts should be mailed to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
GED Students
Request an official transcript through GED Testing Services.
Home-School Students
Log in to the Admissions Portal and complete our Home-School Transcript Template if an official transcript is not available.
4. Submit Official College Transcript(s)
Ask every school you’ve attended to send transcripts to USF electronically. Electronic transcripts transmitted to USF from the Florida College System do not include courses from other colleges/universities. It is highly recommended you have transcripts from any prior schools sent electronically to USF. This will expedite review of your application. If this option is not available, all documents should be sent to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
5. Submit Your SAT or ACT Scores
You will need to submit test scores directly from the testing service to be considered for admission.
- SAT Code for USF: 5828
- ACT Code for USF: 0761
1. Submit Your Application
Complete the USF online application.
2. Pay Your Application Fee
Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver* to admissions@usf.edu.
3. Submit Your Official High School Transcripts
High School Students
Ask your school to send transcripts to USF electronically. If this option is not available,
official transcripts should be mailed to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
GED Students
Request an official transcript through GED Testing Services.
Home-School Students
Log in to the Admissions Portal and complete our Home-School Transcript Template if an official transcript is not available.
4. Submit Official College Transcript(s)
Ask every school you’ve attended to send transcripts to USF electronically. Electronic transcripts transmitted to USF from the Florida College System do not include courses from other colleges/universities. It is highly recommended you have transcripts from any prior schools sent electronically to USF. This will expedite review of your application. If this option is not available, all documents should be sent to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
1. Submit Your Application
Complete the USF online application.
2. Pay Your Application Fee
Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver* to admissions@usf.edu.
3. Submit Official College Transcript(s)
Ask every school you’ve attended to send transcripts to USF electronically. Electronic transcripts transmitted to USF from the Florida College System do not include courses from other colleges/universities. It is highly recommended you have transcripts from any prior schools sent electronically to USF. This will expedite review of your application. If this option is not available, all documents should be sent to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
1. Submit Your Application
Complete the USF online application.
2. Pay Your Application Fee
Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver* to admissions@usf.edu.
3. Submit Official College Transcript(s)
Ask every school you’ve attended to send transcripts to USF electronically. Electronic transcripts transmitted to USF from the Florida College System do not include courses from other colleges/universities. It is highly recommended you have transcripts from any prior schools sent electronically to USF. This will expedite review of your application. If this option is not available, all documents should be sent to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
1. Submit Your Application
Complete the USF online application.
2. Pay Your Application Fee
Pay the nonrefundable, $30 application fee or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver* to admissions@usf.edu.
3. Submit Official College Transcript(s)
Ask every school you’ve attended to send transcripts to USF electronically. Electronic transcripts transmitted to USF from the Florida College System do not include courses from other colleges/universities. It is highly recommended you have transcripts from any prior schools sent electronically to USF. This will expedite review of your application. If this option is not available, all documents should be sent to:
University of South Florida
Office of Admissions
4202 E Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036
Tampa, FL 33620
4. Submit an Academic Regulations Committee (ARC) Petition
If you were academically dismissed from USF, were on academic probation or have a cumulative USF GPA less than 2.0, please complete and submit an ARC Petition.
That’s it! Once you’ve completed all the required steps, the admissions team will take some time to review your file and render a decision.
GET TO KNOW THE ADMISSIONS PORTAL
Once you apply, you’ll use USF's Admissions Portal to complete most remaining application tasks. From here, you can see any missing items, upload documents, complete requested forms, check your application status and more. Access the portal any time by logging in with your NetID and password.
You should receive an email from USF Information Technology after you submit your application with information on how to activate your NetID. If you have any NetID issues, please contact USF Information Technology at help@usf.edu.
CHECK YOUR RESIDENCY STATUS
When you apply to USF, the Office of Admissions uses information on your application to determine whether you are an in-state or out-of-state resident. This classification is important because it sets your tuition rates.
If we don’t receive enough information on your application to determine residency, you will be classified as a non-Florida resident for tuition purposes. It’s very important to respond to requests for information about your residency as soon as possible. Learn more about how residency is determined and how to ensure you’re classified correctly.
SUBMIT YOUR FINAL TRANSCRIPTS
Please note: If admitted, your admission is contingent upon submitting final high school transcripts and college transcripts before the first day of classes. Learn more about how to submit your final transcripts.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
We’re here to help! Check out our blog post, Your Admissions Questions Answered, for information on the most common inquiries, or reach out to an admissions recruiter at any time.
*We will waive your admissions application fee if you can show evidence that the fee creates severe financial hardship and serves as a deterrent to your ability to seek admission to USF. Please submit an original ACT or SAT Request for Deferral/Waiver of College Admission Application Fee Waiver Form. Typically, you may secure this via your high school guidance counselor who will send it to USF on your behalf. Although this is the easiest way to ensure the waiver of an application fee, the Director of Admissions also will consider requests for a waiver.