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History

Founded in 1956, the University of South Florida is a major metropolitan research university located in the heart of beautiful Tampa Bay. Read about the major milestones in this vibrant university's fascinating history.

Education

Student access, learning, and success through a vibrant, interdisciplinary, and learner-centered research environment incorporating a global curriculum.

Research

With the world at their fingertips, researchers at the University of South Florida turn thought into action – and impact. A top 25 public research university, we also rank 7th in the nation among public universities and 16th worldwide among all universities granted new U.S. utility patents. It’s no wonder USF now ranks among the best universities for technology transfer – turning research into technologies, products and companies. 

Career

Need help making a career decision, conducting a job search, or finding off-campus part-time or full-time jobs? Career Services can help!

There are eight essential skills that employers look for in new hires: communications, critical thinking, global citizenship, leadership, professionalism, team work, technology, and the ability to manage your career. The best way to build these skills is by completing an internship and the Office of Internships and Career Readiness is here to help you find one!

University Ranking

Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2024
301
2023
301 -100
2022
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
351 -100
2024
251 -50
2023
201
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2025
621 -58
2024
563 38
2023
601
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2025
-
2024
332 -15
2023
317
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world.

Housing services

There's no place like your USF home! Check out our traditional, suite and apartment-style options, as well as our Living Learning Communities where students with similar interests or majors live and learn together.

Library services

Research and services assistance, subject guides, and useful resources compiled by your friendly librarians.

ICT services

USF's Open Use Computer Labs are available to all USF students, faculty and staff with a valid NetID account. Find a computer lab, get hours of operation and learn about hardware, software and available equipment.

Medical services

Student Health Services offers a variety of healthcare services, including general medical care, immunizations, nutrition counseling, smoking cessation, laboratory services, allergy shots, travel health and a full-service pharmacy.

Campus life

The moment you take in the lush palms and warm sunshine that brightens our campus each day, you’ll be ready to call the University of South Florida home. We are happy to tell you, though, that the climate is just the beginning of what makes campus life at USF so vibrant.

USF is a boundless community, with a diverse population and extensive student resources. And as soon as you step foot on our Tampa campus, you’ll feel the unique and unmistakable energy that characterizes student life at USF. 

Sports facilities

USF Intercollegiate Athletics is home to 17 men's and women's teams, including football, basketball, baseball, softball and soccer, competing at the NCAA level. Get the latest in sports, team schedules, stats and more.

Campus Recreation keeps students moving with programs and facilities including a 28,000 square-foot, fully-wired fitness center, group fitness classes, aquatics, intramural sports, club sports and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Intramural Sports offers organized competition in more than 30 different sports and activities including flag football, softball, ultimate Frisbee, swimming, wrestling, table tennis, team bowling and more.

Student clubs

With more than 600 student organizations, including Greek, academic, religious, service, special interest, recreation and multicultural organizations, there's something for everyone at USF! Get to know our student organizations.

The University of South Florida (USF) is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools' Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, specialist and doctorate degrees.

Tampa, Florida, United States

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