At a glance
Average net price
$9,812
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
76.8%
Admission rate
43%
Undergrad size
37,207
In-state tuition
$6,410
Out-of-state tuition
$17,324
Cost of attendance
$22,859
Median earnings (10y)
$57,743
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,227
- ACT midpoint
- 27
- Retention
- 91.3%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
21 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (27%), social sciences (25%), health (17%).
- STEM27%
- Health17%
- Business17%
- Humanities & arts14%
- Social sciences25%
- Health professions17.3%~6,441 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business16.9%~6,292 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Biological sciences11.9%~4,446 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences11.4%~4,253 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology8.8%~3,293 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science5.8%~2,165 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering5.3%~1,987 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication4.9%~1,812 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.0%~1,503 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education2.9%~1,068 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~770 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~573 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.5%~543 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~528 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~521 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History1.1%~409 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~264 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~179 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~82 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~67 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 2,446 | $24,063 | $19,750 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 2,122 | $28,288 | $22,500 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 1,716 | $27,830 | $21,267 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 976 | $61,674 | $22,452 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 836 | $47,151 | $19,542 |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 814 | $31,310 | $20,302 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 754 | $39,741 | $19,431 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 742 | $70,711 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 692 | $57,974 | $24,489 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 623 | $41,197 | $19,572 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 614 | $32,066 | $20,500 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 548 | $47,846 | $20,439 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 458 | $38,340 | $30,676 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 451 | $91,251 | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 416 | — | $17,082 |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other. | Master's | 406 | $25,430 | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 406 | $32,550 | $22,345 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 400 | $59,447 | $23,783 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 399 | $49,008 | $18,494 |
| Computer Systems Analysis. | Master's | 398 | $85,308 | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 390 | $31,544 | $20,609 |
| Public Health. | Master's | 387 | $54,255 | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 358 | $37,675 | $22,925 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 349 | — | — |
| Medicine. | First professional | 344 | $55,313 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 307 | $40,119 | $20,995 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 305 | $25,291 | $20,500 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 299 | $25,800 | $22,208 |
| Social Work. | Master's | 268 | $39,903 | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 254 | $27,213 | $18,840 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 247 | $28,809 | $23,015 |
| Library Science and Administration. | Master's | 241 | $40,997 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 236 | $38,770 | $20,375 |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 211 | $31,797 | $24,095 |
| Human Services, General. | Bachelor's | 197 | $26,234 | $28,156 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 191 | $24,175 | $22,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | First professional | 188 | — | — |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 184 | $61,216 | $24,500 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 184 | $69,696 | $24,000 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 173 | $95,164 | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of South Florida
University of South Florida is a very large institution located in Tampa, Florida, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 37,207 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Biological sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of South Florida — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $9,812 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $6,410 for in-state students and $17,324 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $22,859 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 76.8%, a strong completion outcome. 91.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $57,743 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of South Florida confers degrees and certificates across 21 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Biological sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (27% of credentials), social sciences (25% of credentials), health (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of South Florida accepts 43% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,227. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 27.
Location & campus
Set in Tampa, Florida (city), University of South Florida draws students from across Florida and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of South Florida
Q.How much does University of South Florida cost?
The average net price at University of South Florida is $9,812 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $22,859.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of South Florida?
University of South Florida has a 6-year graduation rate of 76.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of South Florida?
University of South Florida admits 43% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do University of South Florida graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of South Florida graduate earns $57,743 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of South Florida?
Published tuition is $6,410 in-state and $17,324 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of South Florida located?
University of South Florida is located in Tampa, Florida (ZIP 33620).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of South Florida at their official website.