How to Apply to USF in 4 Easy Steps

Sep 14, 2026

Freshman applicants receive a clear four-step application process for the University of South Florida. The guidance covers submitting the USF application or Common App, paying or waiving the $30 nonrefundable fee, and completing the Student Self-Reported Academic Record (SSAR) through the Applicant Portal. It also explains how to submit official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores directly from testing services, including required transcript timing for enrollment, as well as USF superscoring and score source restrictions.

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APPLY TO USF IN 4 EASY STEPS

1 Submit Application

2 Pay Application Fee

3 Complete the Student Self-Reported Academic Record (SSAR)

4 Send Official SAT, ACT or CLT Scores

Freshman Applicants APPLY TO USF IN 4 EASY STEPS 1 Submit Application Complete the USF institution application or through the Common App. Pay the nonrefundable $30 application fee (if you have not done so already) [or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver to](or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver to admissions@usf.edu. If)[ ](or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver to admissions@usf.edu. If)[admissions@usf.edu](or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver to admissions@usf.edu. If)[. If](or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver to admissions@usf.edu. If)[ ](or submit an ACT/SAT application fee waiver to admissions@usf.edu. If)[the application fee was not paid at the time of application submission](the application fee was not paid at the time of application submission), [you may pay it online through the](you may pay it online through the) Applicant Portal. NOTE: We will waive your admissions application fee based on the receipt of an original ACT or SAT Request for Deferral/Waiver of College Admission Application Fee Waiver Form. Typically, you secure this via your high school guidance counselor, who will send it to USF on your behalf. 2 Pay Application Fee After applying to USF and activating your NetID, you will be able to access the SSAR portal through the Applicant Portal. You will self-report your relevant coursework and grades to USF for admission consideration. Please fill out and submit all information requested within the SSAR portal to be considered for admission. After submitting your SSAR, if you need to edit any information, please reach out [to](to admissions@usf.edu)[ ](to admissions@usf.edu)[admissions@usf.edu](to admissions@usf.edu). NOTE: If you choose to enroll at USF, you are required to submit your official final High School transcript no later than the one week prior to the start of your term. Failure to submit transcripts in a timely manner may cause a delay in processing financial aid and registering for classes. 3 Complete the Student Self-Reported Academic Record (SSAR) Students are required to send SAT, ACT or CLT scores directly from the testing service to USF Admissions. Request official SAT scores directly from The College Board. USF code is 5828. Request official ACT scores directly from ACT, Inc. USF code is 0761. Request official CLT scores directly from CLT. Select University of South Florida from their school dropdown. Students are only required to submit either SAT, ACT or CLT scores, but they are encouraged to submit multiple test scores. USF superscores, meaning we consider your highest submitted section scores across all SAT, ACT or CLT test dates. Final admission decisions are made using only your highest cumulative scores. NOTE: USF will not accept scores from the Common App portal, your guidance counselor or PDF screenshot. Scores must come directly from SAT, ACTor CLT testing services. 4 Send Official SAT, ACT or CLT Scores

FAQs

What are the 4 steps to apply to USF as a freshman?

Submit the USF application (or Common App), pay the $30 application fee (or use an approved waiver), complete the SSAR in the Applicant Portal, and send official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores directly from the testing services.

How can I get an application fee waiver for USF?

USF waives the admissions fee based on receipt of an original ACT or SAT Request for Deferral/Waiver form. Typically it is secured through a high school guidance counselor who sends it to USF.

How must test scores be submitted to USF?

Official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores must be sent directly from the testing service to USF Admissions. USF will not accept scores from the Common App portal, a guidance counselor, or PDF screenshots, and superscores consider the highest submitted section scores.

Sep 14, 2026

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