Overview
Nestled along the coast of Tampa Bay on Bayboro Harbor, the University of South Florida’s St. Petersburg campus offers bachelor’s degree programs in the arts and sciences, business, and education. The St. Petersburg campus is working towards being carbon-neutral, with students driving initiatives like a solar parking garage and water bottle refill stations. For recreation, students can take advantage of the school’s location to participate in sailing, kayaking, and other water-related activities. Outside of campus, the “Sunshine City” offers art and nightlife to USF’s students.
Acceptance Rate:
27%
Average Net Price:
$10,004
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.7
Average ACT Composite
26
Average SAT Composite
1225
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $6,410 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $17,324 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,256 |
| Books and Supplies | $1100 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
0
100
62%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
38%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,152
38%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,589
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,134
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
59%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5394
35%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,589
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$10,891,638
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$23,985,154
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
35%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,897
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,510
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$179
Students receiving federal loans
34%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$7,036
Average Other Loans Per Year
$8,589
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
3396
Students Applied
63%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
5842
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 8 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | May 1 | May 1 |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 15 | |
| Other | March 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$30
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
28%
Submitting ACT
72%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 26
Average SAT Composite: 1225
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.7
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
4,000
Total Number of Undergrads
3,500
0
100
21%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
36%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
100
Faculty Overview
0
100
68%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
16
Countries Represented
12
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
36%
Student Organizations
100
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Bulls
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Sports Club
7
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Sailing
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$48,500
Top 5 Cities
Tampa
Saint Petersburg
Sarasota
Orlando
Miami
Top 5 Employers
University of South Florida
Pinellas County Schools
Publix Super Markets
Raymond James
Tech Data
Top 5 Sectors
Operations
Education
Administrative
Sales
Business Development
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,510
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$179
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are Sayingattending usfsp has been quite an experience. my teachers and peers are so wonderful and are more beneficial than i thought they would be. i just love it here!
Elna from Valrico, FL
this school is quiet, small, productive and overall a great place to study and receive an education at.
Bridgit from Coral Springs, FL
The University of South Florida St Petersburg is a small, but growing and thriving university located in the heart of Downtown St Petersburg. The campus is know for its sustainability movements, incredible professors, and world-renowned business and entrepreneurship programs. At USFSP, students are not just another number; they are treated as equal members of a very close, professional environment.
Rachel from Celebration, FL
Small campus is great for one on one with teachers. Beautiful campus on the waterfront with tons of activities. Also great quality professors and students.
Estefania from Saint Petersburg, FL
It's a beautiful campus. The administrators really seem like they want to help and are really involved. Campus safety is definitely not an issue with all the emergency poles located around campus.
Melanie from Fort Myers, FL
This is my absolute dream school. Small class sizes, a hospital close by for health science majors. 75% of the students that walk across the stage at graduation have already found a job in their career choice.
Mary from Astatula, FL
Apply for housing and dining early since there are several applicants each semester. Also, take advantage of the resources offered on campus such as free kayaking or paddle boarding, etc.
Anthony S.
The University of South Florida St. Petersburg provides students with a big campus feel, while still remaining small. The classes are set up to provide students with one-on-one time with their teachers, which allows for better learning. Along with the amazing learning setup the beautiful campus is located in downtown St. Petersburg, and right on the water.
USF St.Pete is fantastic for students who want a small school- everything is within walking distance, and I already personally know both the student body president and vice president. Having small classes makes it easy for the teachers to know your name and be able to help you as an individual. The school is also very good at putting together fun events for everyone, even people who don't generally like events.
Taylor from Saint Cloud, FL
The University of South Florida, St. Petersburg, is a luscious learning environment with beautiful waterfront surroundings. Smaller sized classes provide for a helpful learning environment and provoke more student interaction. The ongoing campus activities help stimulate students to get involved and check out what the campus has to offer.
Shelby from St. Petersburg, FL
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