University of South FloridaSarasota-Manatee

affordable tuitionCurrently, USF Sarasota-Manatee offers the lowest annual tuition among public state universities in the Florida State University System. USFSM is committed to providing students with a high quality education at an affordable price.

The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee is a comprehensive 4-year university offering degrees in a wide variety of fields. From Information Technology and Hospitality to Business, Education, and Psychology, there is something for nearly every interest at USFSM.

Make history.

USF Sarasota-Manatee students have a long and proud tradition of achieving recognition through academic contributions, professional success, and community impact.

Now it is your turn to make your mark. As a first-year student, the world is open to you. Whether you already know what you want to pursue, or you are still deciding, USFSM is an ideal place to develop the skills and knowledge to help you become successful.

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learn science hands-on Students will be able to take courses in new, customized classrooms at the renowned Mote Marine Laboratory. These courses provide foundational knowledge in the sciences and credit for a minor in Biology. This partnership allows for USFSM students to learn while surrounded by Florida marine life.

Students at USFSM pride themselves on being academically competitve.

Admission is based on a variety of factors, including the strength of your high school curriculum, record of academic achievement, and ACT or SAT scores. We also value special talents outside of the classroom.

RECOMMENDED MINIMUMS

GPA 3.3 (weighted, recalculated by USFSM)

SAT 500 on Critical Reading, Math, and Writing*

ACT 21 on Reading, Math, and Writing*

be your best.

40+ACADEMICPROGRAMS

88%OF OUR FACULTY

HOLD A DOCTORATE IN THEIR FIELD

IMpORtaNt DEaDlINEs

January 2, 2014: Priority Freshman Admission Application Deadline

January 30, 2014: Priority FAFSA Deadline for Freshman Scholarship Awards

May 1, 2014: Fall Freshman Admission Application Deadline

* All 3 sections must be submitted for consideration

REQUIRED aCaDEMIC UNIts

4 Credits English/Language Arts

4 Credits Mathematics

3 Credits Natural Science

3 Credits Social Science

2 Credits Foreign Language (same language)

2 Credits Additional Academic Credits (electives)

For more information on Admissions Requirements & Deadlines, visit usfsm.edu/freshmen

Classes are small at USFSM, where you are always a name and never a number.

Your professors will know you and care about your success in and out of the classroom. Published authors and award winners, our faculty are your role models, your advisors, and your advocates as you work toward your degree and launch your career.

the University of south Florida sarasota-Manatee offers the following Bachelor’s Degrees to its first-year students*:

accountingBusiness administrationCriminologyElementary EducationEnglish literatureFinanceHistoryHospitality ManagementInformation technologyInterdisciplinary social sciencesManagementMarketingprofessional & technical Communicationpsychology

40+ACADEMICPROGRAMS

88%OF OUR FACULTY

HOLD A DOCTORATE IN THEIR FIELD

15:1STUDENT:FACULTY

RATIO

LOWEST TUITION IN THE STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF

FLORIDA IN 2012-2013

300+ONLINE COURSES

ANNUALLY

92%OF STUDENTS ARE “VERY

SATISFIED” OR “SATISFIED” WITH THEIR EXPERIENCE

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*Based on majors offered in the 2013-2014 academic year.

be a part. While USFSM offers our students world-class educational opportunities, there’s a world beyond books here, too.

With over 20 academic, cultural, and student organizations, our students can explore their passions and take the initiative to create an inclusive and supportive community.

Our student groups represent the interests of our diverse population, and include the Student Government Association, Rowing Club, Student Veterans, Accounting Society, Criminology Club, Educators’ Alliance, English Honor Society, Film Society, IT Network, Phi Beta Lambda, and more.

If you don’t find an existing club that interests you, find some like-minded students and start your own!

Students who choose USF Sarasota-Manatee commit to their studies and focus on their futures.

Great universities have great traditions. When it’s time to take a break, USF Sarasota-Manatee students meet friends at Jonathan’s Café for coffee or lunch, head up to Tampa to cheer on the Bulls, or gather at the dock to root for our very own rowing club.

As a member of the freshman class, you can make your own traditions! Whether it’s picnic lunches by the lake to liven up study time, or an air hockey tournament to wrap up fi nals week — the choice is yours. This is your time. Make it count at USFSM.

be a bull. UsF sarasota-Manatee students have access to the UsF system’s academic

and recreation resources, including UsF Division I athletic games.

Visit usfsm.edu/freshman for more information and to complete your application.

University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee8350 N. Tamiami Trail, C107

Sarasota, FL 34243941.359.4330

USFSM is located at 8350 N. Tamiami Trail (US 41), one-half mile north of University Parkway across

from the Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport.

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the University of south Florida sarasota-Manatee is accredited by the southern association of Colleges and schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 southern lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of the University of south Florida sarasota-Manatee.