School of Architecture & Community Design | College of Design, Art & Performance | University of South Florida

By providing hands-on education, real-world practice, and mentoring, the USF College of Design, Art & Performance offers students the opportunities they need to grow in their professions and pursue their passions. The stories above highlight the experiences and accomplishments of many students and alumni to help inspire you to take the next step in your own success story.

Love of design meets love of constructing at the University of South Florida’s School of Architecture & Community Design. Transform your vision into tangible designs. Explore and enhance your creativity with a supportive community. Through a thriving design culture and strong work ethic, students emerge from our programs with the skills, education, and experience to launch their careers.

Through Arts Unbound, the College of Design, Art & Performance’s Arts District offers more than 150 free performances, exhibitions, lectures and other arts experiences across 275 days each year. The philanthropically funded program welcomed more than 85,000 attendees last year and will continue through the 2026-27 season.