B+
Very Good
Score: 71/100
Quick Stats
48,572
Total Enrollment
75%
Graduation Rate
91%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
41%
Acceptance Rate
$11,578
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where University of South Florida Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,559 | $15,473 |
| Room | $8,505 | |
| Board | $5,090 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $25,625 | $36,539 |
Financial Aid
88%
Receive Any Aid
25%
Receive Pell Grants
25%
Take Out Loans
$11,578
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $4,785 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $6,053 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $10,649 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $16,385 |
| $110,001+ | $17,671 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
1,092 grads/yr
Psychology, General
921 grads/yr
Biomedical Sciences, General
744 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
585 grads/yr
Finance, General
479 grads/yr
Criminology
455 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
445 grads/yr
Public Health, General
429 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
407 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
349 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
347 grads/yr
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
342 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
305 grads/yr
Accounting
275 grads/yr
Information Science/Studies
233 grads/yr
Social Work
230 grads/yr
Management Information Systems, General
225 grads/yr
Computer and Information Sciences, General
218 grads/yr
Mechanical Engineering
206 grads/yr
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
200 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from University of South Florida's top programs commonly pursue.
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Psychologists, all other
$118k/yr
55,300 jobs
Industrial-organizational psychologists
$110k/yr
5,600 jobs
Clinical and counseling psychologists
$96k/yr
76,300 jobs
Psychology teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr
52,500 jobs
Social science research assistants
$58k/yr
40,600 jobs
Medical scientists, except epidemiologists
$101k/yr
165,300 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr
66,000 jobs
Student Demographics
48,572
Total Students
58%
Women
87%
Traditional Age (18-24)
12%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
43%
Hispanic
21%
Black
8%
Asian
8%
Two or More
4%
Non-Resident
12%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
67%
Off-Campus (Renters)
12%
With Family
21%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~5,780 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
32%
Hybrid (Some Online)
52%
Fully Online
16%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
87%
25-64 (Adult)
11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of South Florida?
University of South Florida has an acceptance rate of 41%.
This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend University of South Florida?
Tuition at University of South Florida is
$4,559 for in-state students
and $15,473 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,578.
What is the graduation rate at University of South Florida?
The graduation rate at University of South Florida is 75%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of South Florida a good school?
University of South Florida has a Repit College Score of 71/100 (Grade: B+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of South Florida?
University of South Florida has a total enrollment of 48,572 students.
Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of South Florida?
Yes! Approximately 12% of students at University of South Florida live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 5,780 students who need rental housing near campus.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology