Honors College

Judy Genshaft Honors College at USF Sarasota-Manatee: Operational Transition Information

To support college-wide operational efficiency, the Judy Genshaft Honors College will close its Sarasota-Manatee campus office in August 2026, following the conclusion of the 2025–26 academic year. As a result, the college will no longer offer Honors courses or programming at USF Sarasota-Manatee after the summer 2026 semesters and will no longer admit first-time-in-college applicants to the Judy Genshaft Honors College at the campus.

For Current Sarasota-Manatee Honors Students 

The Judy Genshaft Honors College and USF Sarasota-Manatee are fully committed to helping all current Honors students complete the program within their established timelines.

  • Personalized, one-on-one academic counseling will be available throughout your time in the college.
  • Dedicated office hours will be offered to answer questions and provide additional support.
  • Additional Honors course sections will be available during spring and summer 2026 semesters to give currently enrolled students sufficient opportunities to fulfill their Honors requirements.
  • If your graduation timeline changes, the Honors College will work with you to ensure you can complete your Honors requirements. 

For Incoming Fall 2025 Sarasota-Manatee Honors Students 

While no new Sarasota-Manatee students will be admitted to the Honors College after the fall 2025 class, we are excited to welcome the final cohort of Sarasota-Manatee students this fall. 

  • All incoming students will receive academic advising to help plan their Honors coursework and extracurricular requirements.
  • Students who decide not to remain in the Honors College will be fully supported through the withdrawal process.
  • Ongoing academic advising and access to dedicated office hours will be available to ensure a smooth transition and continued academic success. 

For Prospective Sarasota-Manatee Honors Students

The Judy Genshaft Honors College will not admit new students at the Sarasota-Manatee campus after the fall 2025 term. 

  • Prospective students interested in joining the Honors College are encouraged to explore opportunities at USF’s Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses.

For more information about applying to the Honors College at another USF campus, please visit Judy Genshaft Honors College Admissions. 

For Sarasota-Manatee Honors Affiliate Faculty and Staff 

  • 2025-26 Judy Genshaft Honors College affiliate faculty will not be impacted by this change. The Honors College continues to prioritize offering innovative and engaging courses led by USF Sarasota-Manatee’s outstanding faculty.
  • Staff currently serving the Sarasota-Manatee campus will remain with the Honors College and support both the student transition and college-wide operations across the Tampa and St. Petersburg campuses. 

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the Judy Genshaft Honors College.