Admission Information

Explore Programs for Freshmen

At USF, you’ll earn more than a degree. You’ll gain valuable, hands-on experience through undergraduate research projects and real-world learning opportunities. Check out our academic offerings and see why so many ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps are becoming a Bull:

Undergraduate Majors

With more than 200 undergraduate majors and concentrations available, you'll have ample opportunities to discover and grow while pursuing your academic passions at USF.

Judy Genshaft Honors College

Experience a remarkable learning environment that combines the robust resources of one of the country's premier research universities with the personal attention and close-knit community you'd expect from a top-tier private institution. All majors are welcome!

Accelerated Programs

USF's accelerated programs make it possible to earn your bachelor’s degree in just three years, or your MD or Doctor of Pharmacy in just seven years. Learn more about the accelerated programs listed below.

Dual Enrollment and Early Admission

USF’s dual enrollment program allows local high school ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps, including home school and private school ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps, to take postsecondary coursework at USF and simultaneously earn credit toward a high school diploma. As a part of dual enrollment, some ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps may qualify for early admission to USF during their final year of high school.

Guaranteed Admissions Pathway Partnership

USF offers the Guaranteed Admissions Pathway Partnership (GAPP) to strengthen university-community engagement while increasing admissions opportunities for ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps of underrepresented or Title I populations.

USF Academic Pathway Programs - Tampa Campus

USF's Tampa campus offers unique academic programs in addition to the GAPP program available on all three campuses. Student Support Services (SSS) is available to first-generation or low-income ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps. The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) helps ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps from migrant and seasonal farmworker backgrounds complete their first year of college. USF Pearls serves ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps who have lived within the foster care system.

USF Academic Programs - St. Petersburg Campus

USF's St. Petersburg campus offers unique academic programs in addition to the GAPP program available on all three campuses. UMatter is open to ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps with intellectual disabilities. Call Me MiSTER is open to men of color committed to becoming elementary or middle school teachers. Both UMatter and Call Me MiSTER are available through the College of Education. USF Pearls serves ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps who have lived within the foster care system.

Non-Degree-Seeking Students

Discover our academic options for non-degree-seeking ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps. These programs serve dual enrollment ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps, senior auditors, transient and visiting ÅÝܽÊÓƵapps, individuals interested in certificates and other special cases.