Founded in 1956, the University of South Florida was the first independent state university conceived, planned and built in the 20th century. The university has made incredible strides in 60 years, developing into one of the nation's leading research institutions.

USF is comprised of 14 colleges offering more than 180 undergraduate majors and concentrations—with some of the most populated colleges being USF Health, Arts & Sciences, Business and Engineering. 

Researchers at the university are advancing the frontiers of medicine, science, engineering and the arts. The university is a leader in the treatment of brain disease, veterans reintegration, sustainability, infectious disease and photovoltaic technologies – using cells to transfer energy from sunlight. The USF Pediatric Epidemiology Center, the data and technology coordinating hub for nearly every major Type 1 diabetes clinical trial worldwide, has become the epicenter for global juvenile diabetes research.

View the career services by USF System location to see what USF offers students during and after enrollment. Peruse the types of graduate and professional education in which our four-year-degree-program graduates enroll. Consult the annual Teacher Preparation Program Report to learn more about how USF prepares teachers for initial state certification or licensure.