Student Academics
Applying to Grad School
Planning to apply to graduate school? This guide breaks the process into four simple steps: researching your options, planning ahead for deadlines and funding, gathering essential documents, and submitting your application. Use the resources and tips linked throughout to stay on track from start to finish.
1. Research Your Options
Familiarize yourself with the specific requirements for your major.
View The University of South Florida Catalogs
Tip: Learn about major requirements at least 12 months before the deadline.
2. Plan Ahead
Review the graduate admission requirements along with the priority deadlines for your major.
View Graduate Academic Requirements
View Deadlines & Program Contacts
Tip: If interested in funding opportunities, apply by the priority deadline. Contact the appropriate graduate director for funding information.
3. Gather Essential Documents
Check your major for additional admissions requirements.
View Graduate Majors & Colleges
Tip: Make sure you are checking for any testing requirements for your specific major, GRE, GMAT, MCAT, TOEFL. If so, take your tests early so you can retake them if necessary!
4. Apply For Admission
Be sure that all of your admission materials are ready to submit before starting the application (e.g. resume, letters of recommendation, application fee, etc.)
Tip: Gather the email addresses of those who will be writing your letters of recommendation. Requests for recommendation will not be made until your application has been submitted. Don't forget to pay the application fee!