Overview
In May 2026, the Florida Legislature approved a proposal to transfer facilities from the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus to New College of Florida as part of the state budget process. USF will retain more than $22 million in operating funds. This recurring funding ensures the university can pay for a teach-out that allows current USF Sarasota-Manatee students to have an opportunity to finish their degrees on their home campus and will provide the resources for USF to retain all employees from the Sarasota-Manatee campus.
The proposal was approved by Gov. Ron DeSantis in June 2026 when he signed the bill into law, which is effective on July 1, 2026. View the latest updates from the university. USF has also created a list of FAQ that will continue to be updated as more information is available.