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Your Guide to Studying in the Sunshine State
GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS 2022-2023
Why Choose UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA? INVENTORS AND WORLD LEADERS
IN SUSTAINABLE IMPACT
Top 50 among public US universities
for total research expenditures
National Science Foundation 2021
#2 in Florida, #8 in the nation among
public universities and #15
worldwide for granted US patents
Intellectual Property Owners Association NAI 2020
#2 in the US, #28 in the world for
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Sustainable Development Goal
Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2021
#3 in the US, #30 worldwide for
Overall Sustainable Development Goal
Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2021
FLORIDA
TOP 50 Tier 1
#1 BEST STATE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
RESEARCH
FOR HIGHER UNIVERSITY
EDUCATION in the US Carnegie Classification of Institutions
of Higher Education
since 2017
A PREEMINENT STATE RESEARCH UNIVERSITY
U.S. News & World Report 2022
U.S. News & World Report 2021
AT A GLANCE Founded: 1956
#2 Best Affordable Colleges for
International Students in the United States Campuses:
Tampa Bay
College Factual 2021
Tampa, St. Petersburg,
Population: 3.1M
Sarasota-Manatee, Florida
#4 Golden Age University in the US Tampa Campus Size:
Enrollment: 49,867
Times Higher Education Best ‘Golden Age’ Universities Ranking 2020 1,562 acres
#8 in the Nation for Reducing International Students: 4,700+
Countries
Represented: 140
Inequalities “I chose USF because it is a research-driven university.
Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2021
Master’s and There are many opportunities to get involved in
Bachelor’s: 100+
PhD: 170+ research and to start your own. It opens up a lot of
doors for your career and helps you to be successful.”
Adheesh, India
International Year One in Computer Science
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VIRTUAL CAMPUS TOUR
Take a campus tour from home
with USF’s Virtual Tour at
www.youvisit.com/usf
About UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA PARTNERS WITH INTO TO CREATE A SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS.
We offer Academic English, International Year One, Graduate Pathway and Direct Entry programs, where you will work alongside
your American peers and earn credits toward your degree while improving your English skills. After a successful completion of
your program, you will be able to progress to a USF degree program.
THE INTO USF ADVANTAGE
INTO USF is located on campus and provides students many services, including:
• Free airport pickup
• Assistance with arrival, housing, dining and medical concerns
Seattle
Portland
• Specialized staff who will help with non-academic issues
Chicago Detroit
Denver Washington, DC
New York
• Language and cultural support
San Francisco
Academic Excellence at a Competitive Cost • Full week of orientation activities prior to the start of the semester to ensure
a smooth transition into your new life
Los Angeles
Atlanta
San Diego
Dallas USF is known for its top-ranked programs, distinguished faculty and a dynamic learning
Tampa environment, which will challenge you to discover new sides of yourself and your areas of interest. • Full-time on-campus housing expert to assist with all reservation matters
and requests
Established in 1956, USF has become a leader among Golden Age universities, gaining even more
“INTO USF was the best flexible option I found to
flexibility and freedom to forge new paths and foster innovation and progress.
YOU WILL ALSO HAVE ACCESS TO A VARIETY OF FREE ACADEMIC SUPPORT: become a USF student. Besides all the additional
AS ONE OF THE LARGEST academic support, I could still find myself in a family
Recognized as the No. 2 best affordable college for international students in the US by College
PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN • Specialized Learning Consultants who meet with you to discuss course environment, full of events, activities and resources
Factual 2021, USF provides its students with an outstanding value by offering a world-class education.
material in areas such as business, engineering, physics, English language that helped me settle down in Tampa and make
THE NATION, USF uses its
and many other subjects designed to support international students studying me feel at home. INTO USF gave me space for my
big-university resources Exceptional Resources for Research and Jobs
at an American university professional growth, opening the doors for my career
and prestige to focus Centered around global, high-impact investigations, USF continues to lead in total research expenditures, after college.”
ranking in the top 50 among public universities in the nation in 2021 by the National Science Foundation. • Personalized academic advising to assist you with your individual study plan
on student success and USF scholars are advancing the frontiers of medicine, science, engineering and the arts. With eleven Joao, Brazil
• IELTS, TOEFL, SAT, ACT, GMAT, GRE and FE preparation
groundbreaking research. different research centers on campus, state-of-the-art labs and equipment, USF offers you plenty of space BS in Mass Communication
USF is also one of the three to explore your ideas and achieve your dreams.
flagship schools in the state USF’s progressive, entrepreneurial spirit helps cultivate an exceptional environment for students.
of Florida that holds the
status of Preeminent State
Our on-campus Technology Incubator has created 150+ student- and alumni-run companies, and the
Center for Entrepreneurship ranks in the top 20 nationally. INTO USF SUCCESS
Undergraduate and Graduate Progression Data 2019-20
Research University. 92% of all completed Pathway students were eligible to
Exciting Location and Campus Life
progress at USF in 2019-20. Eligible students are those who
Enjoy sunny beaches and lively student activities on our campus, where you meet people from every
92% 95%
successfully completed the Pathway program and qualified
state in the US as well as from all over the world. Located in vibrant Tampa, Florida, USF is an ideal
for admission as degree-seeking students. Enrolled students
destination for city life and career advancement.
are those who enrolled as degree-seeking students in their
With Florida’s resort-style living experience and countless opportunities on our thriving campus, next term of degree study at University of South Florida. PASSED ENROLLED
you’ll earn your enviable USF degree in paradise.
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USF Tampa
USF St. Petersburg
28ºC
average temperature
USF Sarasota-Manatee
Explore the Sunshine State
Florida has With its tropical climate, 1,000+ km of breathtaking beaches and world-class
entertainment, Florida is known as a beloved vacation destination. You will find yourself
1,000+ km in one of the most desirable places in the entire United States. We are a hop, skip and
of beaches a jump from Disney World; a stone’s throw away from Miami and beautiful Florida
Keys; a short drive to St. Pete Beach, the No. 1 best beach in the nation according to
TripAdvisor 2021. Come March, take a trip to the No. 2 spring break destination in the
world, Miami Beach.
Want to explore more? Tampa International Airport, ranked among the top ten best
international airports in the US by Condé Nast Traveler 2020, will take you on direct
flights to major US cities and the trendiest travel spots around the world. Living in the
Sunshine State you will enjoy exciting activities, culture and great weather.
#6 BEST
INTERNATIONAL Metropolitan City in the Tampa Bay Area
AIRPORT With a hip vibe, rich business environment and gorgeous surroundings, Tampa is an
Condé Nast amazing place to call home. Ranked #4 Best Large College Towns & Cities by WalletHub
Traveler 2020
2021, Tampa is the place to live and learn both as a student and a professional. Whether
you are looking for an internship at one of the top companies, a professional sports game,
music festival, or a dolphin-watching tour, you can find all of this and much more in the
Tampa Bay area.
Living in TAMPA BAY Enjoy the best beaches and eclectic downtown scene that #4 BEST LARGE COLLEGE TOWNS & CITIES WalletHub 2021
bring young people near and far to Tampa’s fun-loving flair. #17 MOST DIVERSE CITY IN AMERICA Niche 2021
A Green and Diverse Global Campus THINGS TO DO AND PLACES TO VISIT
#13
As an international student, you will be welcomed into our diverse and exciting Adventure Island – water park
community. International students from more than 145 countries make up 9% of the Amalie Arena – concerts and hockey
BEST CITIES TO total student population. When you’re not studying, you will find plenty of student Armature Works – multi-use event space and dining hall
START A CAREER activities to get involved in, including:
Big Cat Rescue – wild animals
IN THE US • 700+ student organizations, such as international and industry-related clubs
WalletHub 2021 Busch Gardens – roller coasters
• Competitive sports teams, including soccer, football, baseball and cricket The Florida Aquarium – aquatic plants and animals
• Wellness programs to focus on your health and well-being Grand Prix of St. Pete – IndyCar Race
USF Tampa ranks the best in the state and among the Top 25 Best Green Colleges Hyde Park Village – historic neighborhood with shopping
in the US by College Consensus in 2020 for its efforts in green initiatives and
ZooTampa at Lowry Park – conservation for
sustainability. You can enjoy living and learning on an environmentally friendly campus.
#16
endangered wildlife
Museum of Science and Industry – science museum
MOST FUN CITY Sparkman Wharf – waterfront biergarten and outdoor dining
IN THE US Straz Center for the Performing Arts – theater
WalletHub 2019
“One of my favorite things about USF Tampa Bay History Center – history museum
is that all my classmates are from
different countries. When many Tampa Bay Riverwalk – 3.8 km riverside path
different nationalities gather together, Tampa Museum of Art – art museum in an
we can share different aspects from award-winning building
each culture. It was really good for me
Tampa Premium Outlets – shopping mall
to learn, not just American styles, but
also global styles of education.” Tampa Theatre – historic movie theater and city landmark
The Dalí Museum – art museum dedicated to the works of
WanChien, Taiwan Salvador Dalí
TESOL, MEd in Curriculum and Instruction
Ybor City – historic district with shopping
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WE ARE #ONE USF TAMPA HOUSING AND DINING Start Date
Fall
Residency Requirement
Fall and Spring
Learn about housing options at www.intostudy.com/usf/housing Spring Spring
Summer Summer, Fall and Spring
For help with finding on-campus housing, please email INTOhousing@usf.edu
THREE CAMPUSES. ONE USF.
Live and thrive in a community dedicated to your personal and academic growth. USF offers four different
You will now be able to take classes
types of housing and several dining options suited for everyone’s needs. International Year One students are
at all three USF campuses after you
encouraged to live on campus and benefit from an Open Access meal plan, linen bag (bed linens and towels)
progress from your INTO USF program. DOWNTOWN and dedicated support. All students can live on campus, but priority is given to International Year One students.
TAMPA
Each campus offers its own unique experience with specialty
programs and beautiful tropical locations. Features of Residence Hall Living
• Air conditioning
• Cable television service
• Wired and wireless internet
• Designated wheelchair-accessible rooms
• Kitchens on every floor
• Laundry facilities
• Study lounges
• Vending machines
Tampa Campus • 24-hour, on-call emergency maintenance
Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 21:1
Student Population: 42,000+
Items Provided in Your Room
Programs: 200+ undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Adjustable bed frame
Specialty Programs: Engineering; Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology
Meal Plan • Extra-long mattress (twin XL)
USF Tampa is an award-winning research hub in one of the country’s most All on-campus housing for AE, IYO, and GPW program types includes meal plan. • Desk and desk chair
desirable metropolitan areas. USF Tampa offers a broad range of degrees Meals are not included with Undergraduate and Graduate Direct housing cost • Dresser and clothes closet
and specialty programs, making it an ideal place to pursue your education. and need to be purchased separately. • Trash can
The campus is 20 minutes from downtown Tampa and in close proximity
to some of the best beaches in the US, attractions like Busch Gardens, six
professional sports teams, numerous cultural amenities, a vibrant music
scene and a thriving business community.
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING OPTIONS
TRADITIONAL STYLE – Double Bedroom (The Village) SUITE STYLE – One Double Bedroom with Private Bathroom (The Village)
The Village is the newest residential community on the USF campus and The Village suite-style rooms offer a balance between independence and
includes a dining facility, a fitness center and outdoor pool. Traditional convenience. With bathrooms shared only by suitemates, suites provide more
style rooms represent the most common style of university housing. privacy than traditional rooms.
St. Petersburg Campus Sarasota-Manatee Campus Students share a bedroom with a roommate and a community bathroom Bedroom size is approximately 3.5m x 8m.
with their floormates.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 19:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 13:1 Bedroom size is approximately 3.5m x 6m.
Student Population: 4,000+ Student Population: 2,000+
Programs: 79 undergraduate and graduate degrees Programs: 35 undergraduate and graduate degrees
Specialty Programs: Graphic Arts; Entrepreneurshipeurship Specialty Programs: Hospitality Management; Risk Management & Insurance
Students will be able to get a first-class education on a waterfront Sarasota-Manatee Campus benefits from small class sizes for a more
campus that is perfectly located in the vibrant downtown area. The personalized approach to learning. Learn your own way with our flexible
campus is within minutes of spectacular beaches, renowned museums, study options.
international dining and Fortune 500 companies.
The campus is also home to the renowned Mote Marine Laboratory and
USF St. Petersburg’s small class sizes are perfect for anyone who wants our Culinary Innovation Lab, which is a fully equipped teaching center for
TRADITIONAL STYLE – Double & Single (Located in Castor Hall) APARTMENT STYLE – Four Private Bedrooms
to connect with faculty who will offer personalized academic support. The our hospitality management students. Our campus has a variety of clubs
Traditional double-occupancy rooms have two students sharing one room. Apartments offer more privacy and are a great choice for older students and
curriculum offers a variety of opportunities for collaborative research in and organizations, plus student recreation, such as a fitness center, yoga
Traditional single occupancy rooms are the same as double-occupancy those who find it easy to seek out community involvement opportunities. Two
the classroom and community as early as your freshman year. and more. rooms, but with one set of furniture. Residents sharing the same gender bathrooms are shared by four apartment mates.
identity are assigned to a wing and share a community bathroom located at Bedroom size is approximately 2.4m x 3.7m.
the center of each wing.
Bedroom size is approximately 4.5m x 3.6m.
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TAMPA’S THRIVING
BUSINESS CLIMATE
TOP PROGRAMS
40+ #1
Become the Best by Learning from the Best STEM
BEST TECH
MARKET IN
MAJORS FLORIDA
USF offers top-ranked programs taught by more than 2,000 distinguished world-class scholars, CBRE 2020
researchers and expert teachers. Our strong reputation is paired with academic and social support
services to help you succeed. Leading the nation for the second time, USF is among the highest producers
of Fulbright Scholars, with nine faculty members earning the highly competitive awards in 2020-21.
#2
BEST STATE TO
Business | www.usf.edu/business START A BUSINESS
The Muma College of Business prepares students to take leadership
positions in business and society. The college’s graduate entrepreneurship
29 OF USF GRADUATE PROGRAMS Forbes 2020
program has been ranked among the top 20 in the nation by The RANK AMONG THE TOP 100 IN THE US
Princeton Review. U.S. News & World Report 2022
• USF Business programs are accredited by AACSB International.
• Collier Student Success Center helps students build relationships #3
BEST CITY FOR
with high-profile employers.
JOBS IN FLORIDA
• Unique incubators for research include: The Center for
WalletHub 2021
Entrepreneurship, the Center for Analytics and Creativity and the
Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability—the
first of its kind in Florida.
LAUNCH YOUR CAREER AT USF
Engineering | www.usf.edu/engineering
The College of Engineering (COE) offers multiple degrees ranked in the
Driven by our commitment to student success, we foster intellectual growth
top 100 nationally in these engineering academic areas: chemical, civil,
computer, electrical, environmental and industrial.
for students through hands-on experience with local big players and for Over the last seven years,
graduates by connecting with our powerful alumni network.
• Engineering programs are accredited by the Engineering 7,526 USF graduates
Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Individualized Career Support from 157 countries completed
• COE is a leader in innovative research in the areas of sustainability,
renewable energy and biomedical engineering.
• 11 major research centers and institutes are dedicated to engineering. #2 #18 #20
Career Services at USF offers you a strong support system through a free
comprehensive suite of services, including: OPT in 49 states;
• USF engineering students have developed hundreds of patents and
INDUSTRIAL AND
ORGANIZATIONAL
CRIMINOLOGY PUBLIC
HEALTH
• Internship placement assistance
• Career counseling and a dedicated career consultant for international students
45% of them were in Florida.
continue to conduct research in numerous engineering fields. PSYCHOLOGY
• Cooperative education: a paid career-related work experience integrated with your
Global Sustainability | www.usf.edu/pcgs academic program
The Patel College of Global Sustainability is the newest degree-granting • Career fairs: numerous events related to employer recruitment opportunities 800+ employers
college at USF and is unique in its mission to achieve sustainable
development, both locally and globally, by fostering social, economic #38
ENVIRONMENTAL
#43
HEALTH CARE
#54
INDUSTRIAL
• Résumé review and interview practice
• Suit-A-Bull: business wear rentals for interviews
visit USF each year.
and environmental sustainability. • Handshake App: connect students with companies that work with USF
ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING
• A master’s in global sustainability is currently available in nine
concentrations: food security, water, energy, climate change, Intern at a Fortune 500 Company
entrepreneurship, sustainable business, sustainable tourism, Gain valuable work experience with an internship or Optional Practical Training
sustainability policy and transportation. (OPT) at a Fortune 500 company. USF students and graduates work in many leading
• With an elite core faculty and experiential learning opportunities,
USF delivers advanced knowledge to prepare a new generation #64
EDUCATION
#68
PHARMACY
#73
FINE ARTS
companies, including:
• Amazon • Goldman Sachs • Johnson & Johnson • PwC
of sustainability professionals.
• Apple • Google • KPMG • Raymond James 72% of our students are employed
Biomedical Sciences or continuing their education within
• Deloitte • IBM • NASA • TechData
USF provides a large number of degrees and research opportunities one year of graduation.
for students interested in natural sciences, psychology, nursing,
#92
Florida’s Economic Strengths
pharmacy and public health. The high-quality programs offer
classroom-based instruction and hands-on experience to prepare • Aerospace • Financial Services • IT and Software
COMPUTER
students for many exciting careers in the fastest-growing industries. ENGINEERING • Agriculture • Health and Life Sciences • Tourism
To learn more about Academic Colleges at USF, • Construction • International Trade • University Research
visit www.usf.edu/academics/colleges.aspx
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University 2022-2023
of South Florida 2021–2022 Launch Your Career At USF | 11
Tampa St. Pete Sarasota Tampa St. Pete Sarasota
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Business Analytics and Information Systems1,5 [BS concentrations:
Cybersecurity, Healthcare Business]
B M D B M B M
Patel College of Global Sustainability
B M D B M B M
BU l BU Global Sustainability [MA concentrations: Climate Mitigation and
[MS concentrations: Analytics and Business Intelligence; Information
Assurance] Adaptation; Sustainable Business; Sustainability Policy; Sustainable Tourism;]
GP
FIND YOUR DEGREE. With a wide range of subject areas and admissions options, you can find the perfect degree for your chosen career. You can Entrepreneurship in Applied Technologies GP
[MS concentrations: Entrepreneurship; Food Sustainability and Security;
Sustainable Energy; Sustainable Transportation; Water Sustainability]
choose to apply for direct entry to the university or for a Pathway program that provides extra academic, language and cultural support. From the day you Entrepreneurship BU BU BU College of Marine Science
apply to the day you graduate, we are here to help you succeed every step of the way. Flip to the back cover to learn how to apply. Please note that all Finance1 [BS concentrations: Corporate Finance; Investment Analysis;
BU GP BU BU Marine Science [MS and PhD concentrations: Biological Oceanography;
Real Estate] Chemical Oceanography; Geological Oceanography; Interdisciplinary; Marine l l
Pathway programs are facilitated on our Tampa campus. You will move to your chosen campus after matriculation to USF. Resource Assessment; Physical Oceanography]
Global Business [BA concentrations: Business Analytics and Information
1
BU BU
Systems; Finance; Management; Marketing] College of Medicine
Hospitality Management BU Advanced Athletic Training2,3 l
Information Assurance & Cybersecurity Management 2,3
l Athletic Training l
International Year One Management1 [BS concentrations: Aging Services Management; Human
B = Bachelor’s M = Master’s D = Doctorate Resources Management; Project Management] [MS concentrations: Human BU GP BU BU
Bioinformatics and Computational Biology l
Indicates the Undergraduate Pathway program that should be taken to progress to an Resources; Management Information Systems2,3; Project Management] Biotechnology l
Graduate Pathway program that can lead to this degree is indicated in undergraduate academic program. This program is also available through direct admission. Marketing1 [BS concentrations: Digital Marketing; Entrepreneurship; Sales;
BU GP BU BU Health Informatics [MSHI concentration: Health Analytics] l
GP Sport and Entertainment Management ] 9
green. This degree is also available through direct admission. Medical Sciences2, 3 [MSMS concentrations: Aging and Neuroscience;
AR Architecture GE General Personal Financial Planning1 BU BU
Anatomy; Health Science; Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences; Molecular
● Indicates a USF degree program BU Business NH Natural and Health Sciences Risk Management and Insurance2,3 l Medicine; Research; Women’s Health] [PhD concentrations: Allergy, l l
Immunology and Infectious Diseases; Molecular Medicine; Molecular
CS Computer Science/Computer Engineering VP Visual and Performing Arts Sport and Entertainment Management 1
l Pharmacology and Physiology; Neuroscience; Pathology and Cell Biology]
Designated STEM degree by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security EN Engineering Supply Chain Management BU l Medicine3 l
College of Education Physician Assistant Studies3 l
Tampa St. Pete Sarasota Tampa St. Pete Sarasota Counselor Education [MA concentrations: Career Counseling; Clinical Physical Therapy3 l
l
Mental Health Counseling; School Counseling]
B M D B M B M B M D B M B M Pre-Medical (Advisory Program)8 NH
Curriculum and Instruction [MEd concentrations: College Student
College of Arts and Sciences Philosophy [MA and PhD concentration: Philosophy and Religion] GE l l Affairs; Early Childhood Education; Measurement and Evaluation; Secondary College of Pharmacy
Education (Biology; Chemistry; Mathematics; Physics; Social Science;
Advertising l Physical Sciences l TESOL)] [EdS concentrations2, 3: Counselor Education; Elementary Education; Pharmacy3 [PharmD concentration: Pharmacy and Health Education] l
Higher Education - Administration; Instructional Technology; Mathematics Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology [MSPN concentrations: Biomedical
Africana Studies GE Physics, Applied [PhD concentration: Medical Physics] l Education; Measurement and Evaluation; Reading and Language Arts GP
Engineering; Drug Discovery, Delivery, Development and Manufacturing]
Anthropology (Applied) [MA and PhD concentrations: Archaeological and Physics NH GP Education; School Psychology; Special Education; Vocational Education] GP l
Forensic Sciences; Bio-Cultural Medical Anthropology; Cultural Resource GE l l GE [PhD concentrations: Career and Workforce Education; Counselor Education; College of Public Health
Management; Heritage Studies] Political Science [MA concentration: Africana Studies] GE l GE Early Childhood Education; Educational Psychology; Elementary Education;
English Education; Higher Education - Administration; Instructional
Health Administration l
Biology [BS concentrations: Animal Biology, Medical Biology, Ecology and Political and International Affairs l Technology; Interdisciplinary Education; Literacy Studies Education; Health Sciences [BS concentrations: Aging Health Studies; Biological
Evolution or Plant Biology] [MS concentrations: Cell Biology and Molecular
Professional and Technical Education l l l Mathematics Education; Measurement and Evaluation; Science Education; Health Sciences; Health Information Technology; Social and Behavioral NH NH
Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Environmental and Ecological Microbiology, NH l l NH NH Social Science Education; Special Education; Teacher Education] Health Sciences]
Physiology and Morphology [PhD concentrations: Ecology and Evolution; Psychology [BA Concentrations: Advanced Research Experience in
Environmental and Ecological Microbiology; Physiology and Morphology] Psychology; Diversity] [PhD concentrations: Clinical Psychology; Cognition, GE l GE GE Early Childhood Education (with Reading Endorsement) GE Public Health [MPH concentrations: Applied Biostatistics; Behavioral
Neuroscience and Social Psychology; Industrial Organizational Psychology] Health; Epidemiology and Global Communicable Disease; Epidemiology and
Biomedical Sciences NH Education (with ESOL and Reading Endorsement) l Global Health; Epidemiology and Maternal and Child Health; Environmental
Cancer Biology l Psychological Sciences l Educational Leadership [M.Ed concentrations2, 3: K-12 Public School and Occupational Health; Global Communicable Disease; Global Disaster
l l l l Management, Humanitarian Relief and Homeland Security; Global Health
Public Administration (MPA) l Leadership; Non-Public or Charter School Leadership; Curriculum Leadership]
Cancer Chemical Biology l Practice; Healthcare Organizations and Management; Health Policies and
Educational Program Development [PhD concentrations: Educational Programs; Health Safety and Environment; Infection Control; Maternal &
Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy l Quantitative Economics and Econometrics GE Innovation; Elementary Education]
l
Child Health; Nutrition and Dietetics; Public Health Education; Public Health
Religious Studies GE GP NH l l
Cell and Molecular Biology NH GP l Educational Studies GE l Practice Program; Social Marketing] [MSPH concentrations: Behavioral
Health; Environmental and Occupational Health; Epidemiology; Genetic
Sociology [BA concentrations: Identity and Community; Inequality and Elementary Education [BA: ESOL and Reading Endorsement] [MA
Chemistry [BA concentration: Biochemistry/Biotechnology] NH l l GE l l GE l l GE l Counseling; Genomics; Global Communicable Disease; Maternal & Child Health;
Social Justice] concentrations: Teacher Leadership; STEM] [MAT] Occupational Exposure Science; Public Health Education] [PhD concentrations:
Communication GE l l Spanish l Biostatistics; Community and Family Health; Environmental and Occupational
English Education [with ESOL Endorsement] GE
Conservation Biology l Health; Epidemiology; Global Communicable Disease; Health Services
Statistics NH GP Exceptional Student Education [BS with ESOL & Reading Endorsement] Research] [Dr.P.H. 2,3 concentrations: Advanced Practice Leadership in
GE l
Creative Writing l [MA and M.A.T2, 3] Public Health; Public Health and Clinical Laboratory Science and Practice]
Sustainability Studies l
Exercise Science1 [MS concentrations: Health and Wellness; Strength and
Digital Communication and Multimedia Journalism GE Urban and Regional Planning GP Conditioning]
l l College of Nursing
Digital Journalism and Design2, 3 l Foreign Languages Education [MA concentrations: Chinese; French; Nurse Anesthesia7 l
Women‘s and Gender Studies l l l
General Education; German; Italian; Japanese; Latin; Russian; Spanish] [MED]
Economics GE GP l GE World Languages & Cultures [BA concentrations: Applied Linguistics; Nursing Science1 l
Chinese Language and Culture; Classics; East Asian Languages and Cultures; Learning Design and Technology [MS concentrations: E-Learning
English [BA concentrations: Creative Writing; Literary Studies] [MA and PhD GE GE Design and Development; Cybersecurity Education; Big Data and Learning GP Nursing1,7/Registered Nurse1,7 [BS majors: V-CARE; RN to Bachelor’s2, 3;
GE l l GE GE French and Francophone Studies; German; Interdisciplinary Classical Upper Division] [MS concentrations: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nursing;
concentrations: Literature; Rhetoric and Composition] Analytics; Game-Based Learning and Analytics]
Civilizations; Italian; Russian; Spanish and Latin American Studies] Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nursing; Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
Environmental Science and Policy NH GP NH Mathematics Education [BA/BS concentration: Middle School
College of Behavioral and Community Sciences Mathematics]
GE l / Occupational Health Nursing; Family Health Nursing; Nursing Education;
Pediatric Health Nursing; Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing] [PhD
l l l
French l
Aging Sciences l l Middle Grades Mathematics (5-9) l concentrations: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nursing; Adult-Gerontology
Geography [BS concentrations: General Geography; Geographic Primary Care Nursing; Dual Primary Care / Occupational Health; Dual Primary
Information Systems; Society and Environment][MA concentrations: Aging Sciences (Applied) l Care / Oncology; Family Health Nursing; Pediatric Health Nursing]
GE GP GE Middle Grades STEM Education l
Environmental Geography; Geographic Information Science and Spatial
Applied Behavior Analysis2,3 l l Nursing Accelerated Second Bachelor’s Degree l
Analysis; Human Geography] Physical Education [MA2, 3] GE l
Geography and Environmental Science and Policy l Audiology l
School Psychology (M.A. only available when combined with EdS or PhD) l l
College of the Arts
Behavioral Healthcare [BS concentrations: Addictions and Behavioral Architecture4 AR GP
Geology NH l l Healthcare; Adult Community Services; Aging and Behavioral Health; Applied NH Science Education [BA/BS concentrations: Biology Education; Chemistry
History [MA concentrations: American History; Ancient History; European Behavior Analysis, Behavioral Health Research; Children’s Mental Health] Education; Physics Education] [MAT concentrations: Biology Education; GE l Art [BA, BFA & MFA in Studio Art] VP GP
GE l l GE GE Chemistry Education; Earth and Space Science; Physics Education]
History; Latin American History; Medieval History]
Behavioral and Community Sciences l Art History VP l
Humanities and Cultural Studies GE Secondary English Education [MA concentrations: Teaching Secondary
Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health2,3 l Writing; Teaching Secondary Reading; Teaching Secondary ELLs; Teaching l l Dance1 [BFA concentrations: Ballet; Modern Dance] [BA concentration:
Information Sciences [BS concentrations: Data Science and Analytics; VP
Young Adult Literature] [MAT] Dance Studies]
Communication Sciences and Disorders [BA concentrations: Deaf
Health Informatics; Intelligence Analysis; Information Security; Web l GE l
Development Technologies]2, 3 Studies; Interpreter Training; Language-Speech-Hearing Science] Social Science Education [MAT] GE l Graphic Arts1 [BFA concentrations: Graphic Design; Illustration] VP
Integrated Public Relations and Advertising GE Criminal Justice l Technology in Education and Second Language Acquisition (TESLA) l Music [BM concentrations: Performance; Acoustic and Electric Composition;
Jazz Studies] [MM concentrations: Chamber Music (Piano and Strings only);
VP GP
Integrated Mathematical Oncology l Criminal Justice Administration2,3 l College of Engineering Choral Conducting; Composition6; Electro-Acoustic Music; Instrumental
Criminology GE l l GE GE Conducting; Jazz Performance: Performance; Piano Pedagogy; Theory]
Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences NH Biomedical Engineering [MSBE concentration: Pharmacy] EN GP l
Music Education VP l l
Interdisciplinary Social Sciences [BA concentrations: Africana Studies; Forensic Studies and Justice GE Chemical Engineering EN GP l
Aging Sciences; American Studies; Anthropology; Communication; Music Studies VP
Gerontology2, 3 l Civil Engineering [MSCE concentrations: Engineering for International
Communication Sciences and Disorders; Criminology; Deaf Studies;
Economics; Environmental Science and Policy; Geography; Global
Development; Geotechnical; Materials; Structures; Transportation; Water Theatre [BA concentrations: Design; Performance; Theatre Arts] VP
Language-Speech-Hearing Science l l Resources] [PhD concentrations: Engineering for International Development; EN GP l
and Government Affairs; History; Humanities; Information Studies; GE GE GE Urban and Community Design GP
Long-term Care Administration GE Environmental; Geotechnical; Materials; Structures; Transportation; Water
International Studies; Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies; Mass
Resources]
Communications; Multidisciplinary Behavioral Sciences; Political Science;
Marriage and Family Therapy l Undergraduate Studies
Psychology; Public Administration; Public Health; Religious Studies; Social Computer Engineering CS GP Exploratory: Arts & Humanities; Business; Global & Social Sciences; Health
Relations and Policy; Sociology; Women’s and Gender Studies] Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling (Post-Baccalaureate) GE GE
Computer Science CS GP & Natural Sciences; Mathematics, Engineering & Technology
[MA concentrations: Addictions and Substance Abuse Counseling; Marriage l
International Studies GE
and Family Therapy] Computer Science and Engineering l ¹These degree programs are highly competitive for both direct-entry and Pathway students. Additional entry
Latin American, Caribbean and Latino Studies l Social Work1 [M.S.W2, 3] GE l l l requirements for the selected major beyond the requirements for progression from the Pathway to USF undergraduate
Cybersecurity2, 3 [MS concentrations: Digital Forensics; Computer Security degree-seeking status will apply. For exact entry requirements, visit USF’s catalog: ugs.usf.edu/catalog 2These
Liberal Arts [MA concentrations: Africana Studies; American Studies; Film l l
l l Speech - Language Pathology (Post-Baccalaureate)2, 3 l Fundamentals; Cyber Intelligence; Information Assurance] programs are offered online in a hybrid model. 3Only US citizens or students with permanent residency can apply to these
Studies; Florida Studies; Humanities; Social and Political Thought]
Electrical Engineering EN GP l degree programs. 4USF doesn’t offer a BA degree in Architecture; students can start as a freshman in the 2+4 program.
Linguistics: English as a Second Language l Muma College of Business 5
STEM designation only available at the graduate level. 6GPW in Music Composition is offered as a separate Pathway
Accountancy1 [MAcc concentrations: Assurance; Corporate; Forensic Engineering Management GP Program. Other MM concentrations are available through GPW in Music. 7Students may require a current unencumbered
Linguistics and Applied Language Studies l l l license as a registered nurse and/or advanced practice nurse In the US and/or State of Florida for this program. 8This
Accounting; Tax] Environmental Engineering [MSEV and PhD concentration:
EN GP l is not a major but an advising program. Students selecting this will be required to choose a major in collaboration with
Marine Biology NH NH Accounting1 BU BU BU Engineering for International Development]
advisors once on campus. 9This concentration is not available to Pathway students.
Mass Communications [BA concentrations: Broadcast News1, Broadcast- Industrial Engineering EN GP l
Advertising1 l
Program and Production] [MA concentrations: Media Studies; Strategic GE GP
Communication Management] Big Data Analytics l Information Technology [BS 2,3] l GP
Mathematics [BA concentrations: Applied/Computational Mathematics; Business Administration1 [MBA concentrations: Compliance, Risk Materials Science and Engineering GP
Data Analytics & Business Intelligence; General Mathematics; Pure Management and Anti-Money Laundering2, 3; Cybersecurity2, 3; Data
NH GP l NH GP l l Mechanical Engineering EN GP l
Mathematics] [MA concentration: Pure and Applied Mathematics] [PhD Analytics2, 3; Finance, Healthcare Analytics; Sport Business9] [PhD
concentrations: Pure and Applied Mathematics; Statistics] concentrations: Accounting; Finance; Information Systems; Marketing]
Medical Technology NH
Microbiology NH GP
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UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
International Year One Programs
There are three ways to begin your undergraduate studies at USF. With more than **For English Language tests subscores, please see entry requirements table on previous page.
*Estimated credits remaining after Pathway/Total credit hours needed to complete degree.
100 bachelor’s degrees, flexible study plans and multiple start dates throughout
the year, we will help you find the path that is right for you.
**Entry Requirements:
Start Dates Progression Requirements
Semester(s) Credits* High School Diploma required for all programs
Fall Spring Summer GPA TOEFL iBT IELTS IELA Duolingo GPA Other
There’s no need to stress about where you start; just focus on
Entry Requirements Architecture
where you’re going. You can complete your degree at any stage. We 2-Semester • • • 149/168 60 5.5 162 90 • No U grade in a class
Program DIRECT* INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE • No W or I grade in a class
don’t design our programs for one type of student; our programs are 1-SEMESTER 2-SEMESTER
2.5 2.5 • Grade of C or better in all classes
1-Semester • • • 152/168 79 6.5 176 105
built for everyone. Where you will begin depends on your grades and Program • High school diploma High school diploma
• SAT or ACT on record but no minimum scores required
US UNDERGRADUATE
• Minimum post-secondary GPA of 2.5 (if applicable, Business
English level. Where you end up is where you want to be: graduating requirements
calculated by USF international admissions) • No U grade in a class
EDUCATION SYSTEM
2-Semester • • • 90/120 60 5.5 162 90
with a bachelor’s from USF. • SAT and ACT min scores considered on a sliding 2.5 2.5
• No W or I grade in a class
scale based on high school GPA: • Grade of C or better in all classes To graduate with your 4-year
1-Semester • • • 105/120 79 6.5 176 105 • SAT or ACT on record but no minimum scores required
3.0 GPA 1260 SAT 27 ACT undergraduate degree, you will need
Computer Science/Engineering
g DIRECT ENTRY: If you meet the academic language 3.3 GPA 1230 SAT 26 ACT to take the following classes:
• No U grade in a class
2-Semester • • • 102/120 60 5.5 162 90
requirements for your degree program, you can apply directly to USF. 3.5 GPA 1160 SAT 24 ACT 2.5 2.5
• No W or I grade in a class
3.7 GPA 1130 SAT 23 ACT 1-Semester • • • 106/120 79 6.5 176 105
• Grade of C or better in all classes Core classes: General education
• SAT or ACT on record but no minimum scores required
To apply, you will need the following required documents: courses can include English
Engineering
declarations, high school transcripts, university transcripts Minimum GPA 3.0 Freshman admission
Equivalent1 2.5 Transfer admission
2.5 2.5
2-Semester • • • 109/128 60 5.5 162 90 • No U grade in a class composition, social sciences,
(for transfer applicants), proof of degree, accounting of 2.5 2.5
• No W or I grade in a class
humanities, history, mathematics
Must meet SAT OR ACT total score minimums • Grade of C or better in all classes
time, passport, English test score and proof of enrollment 1-Semester • • • 113/128 79 6.5 176 105 • SAT or ACT on record but no minimum scores required
AND meet the minimum subscores listed below: and natural/physical science. These
(transfer student only). An application fee may apply. For more • SAT: minimum total score of 1100 (Writing=25, General
Critical Reading=24, Mathematics=24) • No U grade in a class
are typically taken at the beginning
information, visit www.usf.edu/admissions/international. English Language 2-Semester • • • 90/120 60 5.5 162 90
• ACT: minimum total score of 22 (English=17, See scores listed below. 2.5 2.5
• No W or I grade in a class of your degree.
Requirement • Grade of C or better in all classes
For transfer admissions requirements visit: Reading=19, Mathematics=19) 1-Semester • • • 105/120 79 6.5 176 105 • SAT or ACT on record but no minimum scores required
English language requirements listed below are Major classes: These classes will
admissions.usf.edu/transfer required for transfer students. Freshmen may also
Natural and Health Sciences
• No U grade in a class be about the specific field of study
submit scores for review. 2-Semester • • • 88/120 60 5.5 162 90
• No W or I grade in a class
2.5 2.5 you chose. They are typically taken
g INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE: International Year One TOEFL iBT 79+ 79 60 1-Semester • • • 104/120 79 6.5 176 105
• Grade of C or better in all classes
• SAT or ACT on record but no minimum scores required toward the last part of your degree.
allows you to begin earning credits toward your degree even IELTS 6.5+ 6.5 5.5 Visual and Performing Arts
if you do not meet the academic and English requirements 176 2-Semester • • • 90/120 60 5.5 162 90 • No U grade in a class
IELA N/A 162 2.5 2.5
• No W or I grade in a class
for direct entry. You will receive additional academic, English (169 subscores)
1-Semester • • • 105/120 79 6.5 176 105
• Grade of C or better in all classes
• SAT or ACT on record but no minimum scores required
language and cultural support to help you successfully complete Duolingo 105 105 90
your first year and graduate in the same amount of time Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
PTEA 53 53 44
as direct entry students. For more information, visit Academic
www.intostudy.com/USF/programs Level 5 N/A Level 4
English
[SAMPLE INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE PROGRAM] Business
Notes: Entry requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
g ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM: If you do not meet the *Direct admission to USF is competitive and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance. 2-Semester Pathway Degree Program Components Program Information
direct or International Year One entry language requirements, you 1
GPA for secondary study records will be calculated by USF International Admissions. Fall: August 16, 2022 120 credit hour program
Spring: January 3, 2023 30 credit hours apply from Pathway
can enter our Academic English program to improve your academic Institutional Code TOEFL: 5828 SAT: 5828 ACT: 0761 Summer: May 9, 2023 90 credit hours remaining toward degree
and language skills. Once you have achieved the required language
Entry Requirements Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements
level, you can progress to International Year One or enter your Dates • High school diploma with equivalent of 2.5 GPA out of 4.0 • 2.5+ USF GPA
EAP 1850 English for International Students I 6
degree program directly. Learn more on page 20. • Language requirement: • No U grade in a class
Program DIRECT INTERNATIONAL YEAR ONE IDS 2378 Interdisciplinary Knowledge & Learning 3
• TOEFL iBT 60 • No W or I grade in a class
SPC 2608 Public Speaking 3 • Grade of C or better in all classes
Fall 2022: Aug 16, 2022 • IELTS 5.5
Fall 2022: Aug 2022 • Student is fully admitted to USF provided
Start Dates Spring 2023: Jan 2023
Spring 2023: Jan 3, 2023 • IELA 162 MAC 2233 Business Calculus 3
Summer 2023: May 9, 2023 successful completion of provisional admission
• Duolingo 90 Total 15
criteria at the end of the Pathway
Undergraduate Degree Program Semester 2 Course Title Credit Hours • SAT or ACT on record but no minimum
EAP 1851 English for International Students II 6 scores required
AMH 2020 American History II 3 Notes
Year 1: Freshman Year 2: Sophomore Year 3: Junior Year 4: Senior
General Education Elective 3 Because of the intense nature of Summer classes, students
will be enrolled in fewer credit hours for the Summer
Environmental Science (or Physical semester.
EVR 2001 3
Science)1
Direct Entry
3.0+ GPA 1
Not offered in Summer.
Must meet Total 15 These sample courses have no pre-requisites, major
SAT or ACT restrictions, upper-level standing or permit requirement;
1-Semester Pathway Degree Program Components however, enrollment may be limited and courses may not be
minimums offered every semester.
Fall: August 16, 2022 120 credit hour program
Spring: January 3, 2023 15 credit hours apply from Pathway Math placement will be dictated by a placement test that is
administered prior to arrival.
Summer: May 9, 2023 105 credit hours remaining toward degree
These courses are generally delivered through the
1-Semester INTO USF Center and are for Pathway students only.
Entry Requirements Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours
2.5 GPA Pathway
High School • High school diploma with equivalent of 2.5 GPA out of 4.0 IDS 2378 Interdisciplinary Knowledge & Learning 3
International Year One
Diploma TOEFL iBT 79+ • Language requirement:
SPC 2608 Public Speaking 3
(or equivalent) IELTS 6.5+ • TOEFL iBT 79+
MAC 2233 Business Calculus 3
• IELTS 6.5+
• IELA 176 (169 subscores) Environmental Science (or Physical
EVR 2001 3
What are your scores? • Duolingo 105
Science)1
2.5 GPA ENC 1101 Composition I 3
2-Semester Pathway
Total 15
TOEFL iBT
60-79 usf.edu/business/undergraduate
IELTS 5.5-6.0
No TOEFL iBT English
Language
or IELTS Scores Program
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Institutional Code TOEFL: 5828 GRE: 5828 GMAT: Accountancy VP9-M4-18, M.A. Economics VP9-M4-67, M.S. Entrepreneurship in Applied Technology VP9-M4-48, Executive MBA VP9-M4-04 GMAT: MBA full time VP9-M4-97, MBA part time VP9-M4-80, M.S. Finance VP9-M4-86, M.S. Management VP9-M4-17, M.S. MIS VP9-M4-66, M.S. Marketing VP9-M4-40
GRADUATE ADMISSIONS Graduate Pathway Programs **For English Language tests subscores, please see entry requirements table on previous page.
*Estimated credits remaining after Pathway/Total credit hours needed to complete degree.
Start Dates Entry Requirements** Progression Requirements
USF offers 170+ master’s, specialist programs and PhD Entry Requirements
Semester
Fall Spring
Credits*
GPA Undergraduate Degree TOEFL iBT IELTS IELA Duolingo GPA Other
programs and several dual degree programs. You have several Program DIRECT* GRADUATE PATHWAY
Architecture
paths to begin earning your graduate degree. 1-SEMESTER 2-SEMESTER
2-Semester • • 96/108
• 4-year undergraduate degree in Architecture (pre-professional)
• Portfolio of creative work by February 1. Please review USF’s portfolio 65 5.5 169 95
• At least one A grade in core • GRE on file
graduate courses, and no • Statement of Purpose
2.5 requirements at www.usf.edu/arts/architecture 3.25 grade lower than B • No I or W grades
• Students entering the program must have passing grades in the following • 3 letters of recommendation
How you start your program depends on your academic profile and your Program • 4-year bachelor’s degree 4-year undergraduate degree 1-Semester • • 99/108
courses: Calculus, Physics, Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD, Revit, Rhino, etc.)
79 6.5 176 105
• GRE scores (or GMAT scores for
requirements Biology [MS concentrations in Cell Biology and Molecular Biology]
English level. How you finish your program is exactly how you pictured: programs in Business) received within
the last 5 years (minimum scores • 4-year undergraduate degree in Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Biology, • At least one A grade in core • GRE score 148Q, 153V, 4.5AW
graduating with a master’s or PhD from USF. needed depend on the graduate 2-Semester • • 18/30 Medicine) 65 5.5 169 95 graduate courses, and no • Statement of Purpose
entry requirements of the program to 2.5 3.25 grade lower than B • No I or W grades
which the student applies) • 3 letters of recommendation
1-Semester • • 21/30 79 6.5 176 105
g DIRECT ENTRY: If you meet the academic and English language • Graduate programs may have other
requirements with which applicants
Biomedical Engineering
requirements for your degree program, you can apply directly to USF. must comply
• 4-year undergraduate degree in Engineering • At least one A grade in core • Résumé or CV
2-Semester • • 18/30 65 5.5 169 95
To apply, you will need the following required documents: declarations, Minimum GPA graduate courses, and no • Statement of research
3.0 2.5-2.75 grade lower than B interests for students wanting
Equivalent 2.5 3.25 to pursue a thesis option
university transcripts, proof of degree, personal statement, accounting • GRE score: 156Q, 150V, 3.5AW
1-Semester • • 21/30 79 6.5 176 105
TOEFL iBT 79+ 79 65-78 • No I or W grades
of time, passport, English test score and proof of enrollment (transfer • 2 letters of recommendation
student only). An application fee may apply. Business Administration (MBA)
IELTS 6.5+ 6.5 5.5-6.0 • 4-year undergraduate degree • At least one A grade in core • Résumé or CV
Graduate degrees are competitive, and an extensive review of your (5.0+subscores) 2-Semester • • 37/49 • 3 letters of recommendation, of which at least one must be professional. 65 5.5 169 95 graduate courses, and no • Statement of Purpose
2.5 A professional recommendation letter should be for full-time employment 3.25 grade lower than B • GMAT: 530, 20 verbal or
application will be done, please expect a longer turnaround for 1-Semester • • 39/49 from a current or past employer.
79 6.5 176 105 equivalent GRE score
• No I or W grades
an admissions decision. For more information, visit www.usf.edu/ IELA N/A 176 169
(169 subscores) (162+ subscores) Chemical Engineering
admissions/international • 4-year undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering or similar field • At least one A grade in core • GRE score: 157Q, 144V, 3.0AW
Duolingo 105 105 95 graduate courses, and no • Standard Pathway Students:
grade lower than B Complete FE Exam by NCEES
g GRADUATE PATHWAY: Our Graduate Pathways allow you to PTEA 53+ 53 44-52 2-Semester • • 18/30 65 5.5 169 95 for progression into non-
thesis program
begin earning credits toward your degree even if you do not meet the Academic English Level 6 N/A Level 6 • Accelerated Pathway Student:
Complete or register for FE Exam
2.5 3.25
academic and English requirements for direct entry. The program will Notes: Entry requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
by NCEES for progression into
non-thesis program
help build the academic foundation and essential English language skills * All international transcripts require an evaluation service. USF is competitive and meeting the • No I or W grades
1-Semester • 21/30 79 6.5 176 105 • 2 letters of recommendation
you need to successfully progress to your master’s degree. For more minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission. In the case of research based • Statement of research interests
programs, admissions decisions also may be based on the suitability of the applicant’s research for students wanting to pursue a
information, visit www.intostudy.com/usf/programs interests and the availability of professors in a particular field of research. thesis option
Civil Engineering
• 4-year undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering • At least one A grade in core • No l or W grades
g ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM: If you do not meet the direct Dates • Environmental or Water Resources Engineering: Completed one semester of graduate courses, and no • No GRE required.
college-level chemistry, introduction to environmental engineering, water and grade lower than B • 2 letters of recommendation
or Graduate Pathway program entry language requirements, you can 2-Semester • • 18/30 wastewater treatment, fluid mechanics and hydraulic systems 65 5.5 169 95 • Résumé or CV.
Program DIRECT GRADUATE PATHWAY
enter our Academic English program to improve your academic and • Geotechnical Engineering: Completed one semester of college-level
mechanics (statics and dynamics), mechanics of materials, fluid mechanics,
• Statement of Purpose.
language skills. Once you have achieved the required language level, Start Dates Fall 2022: Aug 2022 Fall 2022: Aug 16, 2022 structural engineering and geotechnical engineering
Spring 2023: Jan 2023 Spring 2023: Jan 3, 2023 2.5 • Materials Engineering: Completed college-level chemistry, statics, mechanics 3.25
you can progress to a Graduate Pathway program or enter your degree of materials, materials engineering I
• Structural Engineering: Completed concepts of concrete design and its
program directly. Learn more on page 20. prerequisites (statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, structures I).
1-Semester • • 21/30 Concepts of steel design and a knowledge of soil mechanics would also 79 6.5 176 105
be useful
• Transportation Engineering: Completed one semester of college-level
transportation engineering, statistics and computer numerical methods
[SAMPLE GRADUATE PATHWAY PROGRAM] Master of Science in Finance Computer Engineering
• 4-year undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, • At least one A grade in core • Statement of Purpose
2-Semester Pathway Degree Program Components Program Information 2-Semester • • 18/30 Electrical Engineering or Mathematics 65 5.5 169 95 graduate courses, and no • GRE score: 161Q, 150V
• Formal courses in Computer Architecture, Operating Systems and Theory grade lower than B • No I or W grades
Fall: Aug 16, 2022 42 credit hour program 2.5 of Algorithms with grades B or better
3.25 • 3 letters of recommendation
Spring: Jan 3, 2023 12 credit hours apply from Pathway 1-Semester • • 21/30 • Programming proficiency in at least one high level programming language 79 6.5 176 105
30 credit hours remaining toward degree such as C, Java and/or C++ with formal courses and grades B or better
Computer Science
Entry Requirements Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours Progression Requirements
• 4-year undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, • At least one A grade in core • GRE score: 161Q, 150V
• 4-year undergraduate degree EAP 1850 English for International Students I 6 • Minimum 3.25 GPA in Pathway 2-Semester • • 18/30 Electrical Engineering or Mathematics 65 5.5 169 95 graduate courses, and no • Statement of Purpose
• Equivalent of a 2.5 GPA out of 4.0 • At least one A grade in core 3 credit courses • Formal courses in Computer Architecture, Operating Systems and Theory grade lower than B • No I or W grades
Study Skills and GMAT Test Preparation 0 2.5 3.25
• Language requirement: and/or required graduate courses, and no grade of Algorithms with grades B or better • 3 letters of recommendation
GEB 6930 Business Communications 1 1-Semester • • 21/30 • Programming proficiency in at least one high-level programming language 79 6.5 176 105
• TOEFL iBT 65 lower than B such as C, Java and/or C++ with formal courses and grades B or better
ECO 6005 Introduction to Economic Concepts (12wks) 3 • No Incomplete or Withdraw grades
• IELTS 5.5 (All subscores minimum 5.0) Economics
ACG 6026 Accounting Concepts for Managers (12wks) 3 • 550+ GMAT or equivalent score
• IELA 169 (162 subscores) • 4-year undergraduate degree • At least one A grade in core • No I or W grades
Total 13 • Résumé • Completion of prerequisite courses, which must have a final grade of B or graduate courses, and no
• Duolingo 95 2-Semester • • 18/30 65 5.5 169 95
• 250-word statement of interest better: 1 semester of calculus and statistics, Secondary-level (intermediate grade lower than B
Semester 2 Course Title Credit Hours
Program Concentrations: 2.5 level) courses in microeconomics and macroeconomics 3.25 • GRE Q Minimum
EAP 1851 English for International Students II 6 Percentile: 55
The MSF program offers four concentrations which fulfill 1-Semester • • 21/30 79 6.5 176 105 • GRE V Minimum
Study Skills and GMAT Test Preparation 0 the 18 credits of electives. Percentile: 25
ISM 6021 Management Information Systems (8wks) 2 MSF Concentrations: Electrical Engineering
QMB 6305 Managerial Decision Analysis (8wks) 2 - Financial Analysis • 4-year undergraduate degree in Engineering with expected emphasis in • At least one A grade in core • Résumé or CV
FIN 6406 Financial Management (8wks) 2 - Financial Planning and Wealth Management 2-Semester • • 18/30 electrical and computer discipline topics 65 5.5 169 95 graduate courses, and no • Statement of Purpose
2.5 3.25 grade lower than B • No GRE required
Total 12 - Finance Research • 3 letters of • No I or W grades
1-Semester • • 21/30 79 6.5 176 105 recommendation
- FinTech
1-Semester Pathway Degree Program Components These courses are delivered through the INTO USF Center Engineering Management
Fall: Aug 16, 2022 40 credit hour program and are for Pathway students only.
• 4-year undergraduate degree in Engineering • At least one A grade in core • No GRE Required
10 credit hours apply from Pathway GEB 6930 is delivered by the MUMA College of Business 2-Semester • • 18/30 • 2 years of work experience in Engineering or Management 65 5.5 169 95 graduate courses, and no • No I or W grades
Spring: Jan 3, 2023 2.5 3.25
30 credit hours remaining toward degree and is for Pathway students only. • Letter of recommendation grade lower than B
1-Semester • • 21/30 • Résumé 79 6.5 176 105
Entry Requirements Semester 1 Course Title Credit Hours
• 4-year undergraduate degree Study Skills and GMAT Test Preparation 0 Entry and progression requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.
• Equivalent of a 2.5 GPA out of 4.0
GEB 6930 Business Communications 1
• Language requirement:
ECO 6005 Introduction to Economic Concepts (12wks) 3
• TOEFL iBT 79+
• IELTS 6.5+ ACG 6026 Accounting Concepts for Managers (12wks) 3
• IELA 176 (169 subscores) FIN 6406 Financial Management (8wks) 2
• Duolingo 105 QMB 6305 Managerial Decision Analysis (8wks) 2
Total 11
www.usf.edu/business/graduate/masters/finance
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