About Us

Welcome to USF World

Strengthened by Diversity, We Are USF

The University of South Florida is an engaged, global research university dedicated to excellence in education, research, service, and outreach in Florida and around the world.

USF World leads the university's involvement in the international arena engaging with the world and in the world. Its goals work to promote a global culture at USF, globalize student success, enhance global initiatives within the university, and deepen global engagement. On this website you will be able to access all the resources of USF World and find the latest university global news including stories about students, staff, and faculty from around the world, as well as international events and global initiatives throughout the Sarasota-Manatee, St. Petersburg, and Tampa Bay areas. 

Students can find information on the extraordinary range of overseas academic programs offered at USF through the Education Abroad office as well as other wonderful opportunities such as the student Fulbright program and the Peace Corps. International students can access the expertise and care offered by the Office of International Services and the International Student Services Center. International alumni can even connect with each other by joining a Global Network or hosting a local gathering in their hometown abroad. 

USF World also supports faculty and staff with information on the university's international partnerships, resources for international research, funding for global events on campus, faculty Fulbright opportunities, and the Global Discovery Hub where you can connect activity across the university and access data on USF's global profile. Everyone can enjoy the GoinGlobal online portal for jobs and internships around the world, as well as country cultural and city guides.