University of South Florida SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
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University of South Florida facts and stats
Tampa, FL
How do your scores compare at South Florida?
Key University of South Florida application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
March 1
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
January
Financial Aid Priority
January 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
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What you'll actually pay
South Florida is a public American Conference university, with in-state tuition of $4,559 and out-of-state tuition of $15,473. About 47% of students receive aid, and the FAFSA priority deadline is January 1.
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University of South Florida’s out-of-state tuition is $15,473, while in-state tuition is $4,559; room and board adds $14,440. Aid is meaningful for many students, with 47% receiving assistance and an average aid package of $15,184. Merit awards average $3,493, which can help reduce the bill but may not cover a large share of total costs. Graduates leave with an average debt of $20,522.
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20% of undergrads live on campus
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 2% of men join fraternities, and 4% of women join sororities.
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ACT: 25–29
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Boca Raton, FLAcceptance rate: 66.1%
SAT: 1040–1210
ACT: 21–26
Florida International University
Miami, FLAcceptance rate: 54.7%
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Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLAcceptance rate: 24.2%
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ACT: 29–32
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