Next Steps

Your Next Steps for International Students

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Whether you’ve applied and are waiting for a decision, or you’ve been accepted and need to know what to do next, we’ve got you covered!

USF INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

Next Steps

Here are a few of the things you can do while we’re evaluating your application for admission.

  • Complete Forms: Find out how to complete forms we may have requested as part of your application package.

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

Access the USF Applicant Portal

The USF Applicant Portal is a central location where you can track your application progress, access required forms and see what documents you still need to submit.

Spring 2026 Applicants

If you've applied to USF for the Spring 2026 term, you can check your application status, submit documents and receive important updates in our .

If you have applied for Summer or Fall 2026, you can see updates about your application status in the . Remember to check it often!

If you are admitted to USF, you will receive a notification via email and/or postal mail. Check your email often for updates to your USF application!

graduate èßäÊÓÆµapps

All graduate applicants should ask their graduate program contact for application updates.


USF International ADMITTED StudentS 

If you are admitted to USF, you will receive a notification via email and/or postal mail. Check your email often for updates to your USF application!

Virtual Session: All-World Video Recap

Hosted on December 18, 2024, this event was created by our team of admission advisers for admitted èßäÊÓÆµapps from all over the world. It covered key topics such as learning about USF campus culture, tuition and scholarships, and confirming your attendance. Check out the highlights!

 

Virtual Session: The Americas Video Recap

On December 18, 2024, admitted èßäÊÓÆµapps from the Americas joined this virtual session. Our team of admission advisers covered USF campus culture, tuition, scholarships, and confirming enrollment. Check out the highlights and see how we’re shaping education’s future!

 

Your Next Steps

Congratulations on your acceptance to USF! We’re excited to introduce you to life at our dynamic, metropolitan Tampa campus. To help you get started, view all your next steps by clicking the link below — choose the version based on whether you are a freshman or transfer èßäÊÓÆµapp. Or, use the quick links to jump to specific tasks as you prepare for life as a USF Bull!

  • Submit Deposit: FRESHMEN ONLY Save your spot in the class by submitting your admission deposit or admission deposit waiver.
  • Determine Your Visa Type: Review the types of visas available to ensure you apply for the correct one.
  • Submit Medical History: Work with your health care provider to complete this form, which we must receive before you can register for classes.
  • Apply for Housing: If you want to live on campus, make sure to apply by the priority deadline.
  • Submit Transcripts: Final official high school and college transcripts reflecting your graduation date(s) must be submitted before your first day of classes. 
  • Apply for Accessibility Accommodations (Optional - As needed)Students may apply for accommodations once admitted to the èßäÊÓÆµapp. Students are responsible for identifying themselves to Student Accessibility Services and presenting proper medical documentation to receive academic accommodations.