Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
40.96%
SAT Average
1,235
ACT Range
24-29
University of South Florida Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 40.96%. This means approximately 410 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 36,299 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
40.96%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $6,410 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,324 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,301 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $10,043 | State avg: $19,834. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 29.88% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 24.71% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of South Florida Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,324
Room and board
$13,595
Books and supplies
$770
Other expenses
$4,850
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,301
Average net price
$10,043
Average aid coverage
55%
$12,258 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of South Florida pays approximately $10,043 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Florida average of $19,834 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of South Florida?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Florida and national averages.
University of South Florida net price
$10,043
Florida average
$19,834
National average
$17,506
University of South Florida Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,324 and average net price at $10,043. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,324
Current net price
$10,043
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
74.58%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$57,743
Undergraduates
36,299
10-Year Median Earnings - University of South Florida vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of South Florida graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of South Florida?
Undergraduates
36,299
Completion rate
74.58%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
29.88%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
24.71%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 29.88% of University of South Florida students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 24.71% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of South Florida
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of South Florida's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of South Florida lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of South Florida is listed at 4202 East Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620-9951. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of South Florida with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Florida | 40.96% | $17,324 | $10,043 | $57,743 |
| Miami Ad School | Not available | $19,400 | Not available | $106,192 |
| West Coast University-Miami | Not available | $23,691 | $38,218 | $102,672 |
| Chamberlain University-Florida | 100.00% | $19,686 | $29,539 | $92,405 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach | 66.28% | $42,304 | $40,289 | $84,131 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of South Florida's acceptance rate?
University of South Florida's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 40.96%.
How much is University of South Florida tuition?
University of South Florida's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,324.
What is University of South Florida's average net price?
University of South Florida's average net price in the local dataset is $10,043.
What is University of South Florida's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $57,743 for University of South Florida.
Is University of South Florida accredited?
University of South Florida's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of South Florida?
The local dataset lists 36,299 undergraduate students at University of South Florida.
What percentage of University of South Florida students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of South Florida in the local dataset is 29.88%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of South Florida?
The federal loan rate for University of South Florida in the local dataset is 24.71%.
Where should I verify University of South Florida data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of South Florida or the latest official federal education data.