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Visit our beautiful downtown riverfront campus and learn why students from all 50 states and 140 countries choose UT. We offer several opportunities to visit campus , from daily information sessions and open houses to program-specific events.

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Student-Led Campus Tours

Tours are available  Monday through Friday and are open to all students.  You’ll get an up-close view of our top-rated academic facilities, dining options, a suite-style residence hall, student support offices, recreation and other points of pride. In addition, you will hear from current USF students about what life is really like at our dynamic university!  

Before scheduling a visit, please keep the following in mind:

• Dates: Tour space is limited to provide our guests with a positive experience. Please have a few dates in mind before making your reservation in case your first choice is not available.
• Academic calendar :  To get the best feel for USF, check our academic calendar and visit when there are students on our Tampa campus attending classes.
• International students : Contact  [email protected]  to add a meeting with an International Admissions Advisor to your campus tour. 
• Weather : The Tampa campus is located in a subtropical climate and tours are held outdoors. Wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hats, sunglasses and temperature-appropriate clothing. And don't forget to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated! It can get hot in Tampa, especially on a walking tour of campus.

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Self-Guided Campus Tours

Mobile and Desktop Tours

Our self-guided tour is a great way to explore USF's Tampa campus at your own pace.   Follow the steps below to get started!

Mobile Instructions

• Follow the link below and select “iOS” or “Android” to install the self-guided tour app on your phone.
• Once installed, open the app, search for “University of South Florida” and select “Get Started.”
• Enter your information, then select the premade “USF Tampa Campus General Tour.”
• Start exploring! 

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Desktop Instructions

Follow the link below and select “Desktop” to access the desktop version of the self-guided tour. Start exploring! 

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Points of Interest Map

You can also navigate through campus with our Points of Interest Visitor Map! Download the map below and get started. 

Note: access to all buildings is not guaranteed, and guests will need to purchase a parking permit from USF parking services.

Group Tours (10+ Students)

Come join us for a group visit of the University of South Florida’s Tampa campus. These visits are comprised of groups of 10+ high school or transfer-level students. If your group is comprised of other types of students, we invite you to join us for a self-guided tour. Find our Points of Interest map linked above.   During your group tour, you’ll explore our academic facilities, a suite-style residence hall, dining options, student support offices, recreation and other important campus stops. Tours include an information session where you and your group will learn about admissions requirements, financial aid, scholarships, campus life, dining and more.

Scheduling Your Group Tour

Due to the large volume of requests we receive for group tours, our guided tours are limited to high school and transfer-level students. We offer guided group tours on weekdays and dates and times are subject to availability.   If your group is comprised of high school or prospective transfer students, please follow the directions below to set up your visit:

• Submit your request at least 30 days prior to the requested visit date.
• Please include your requested date(s) and time(s) in order of preference in the “Date Preferences” field.
• After receiving your request, a representative from our office will contact you. Submitting a request does not guarantee a scheduled visit.
• Should you wish to eat on campus with your group, we recommend our all-you-care-to-eat dining hall. For information on hours and pricing, please visit Dining Services .

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Virtual Tours

Explore USF’s Tampa campus online – from anywhere! Led by student guides, our virtual tour offers 360-degree panoramic views of our beautiful 1900-acre campus as real USF students tell you about their favorite stops.   Picture yourself in our state-of-the-art classrooms. Discover our modern residence halls. Imagine yourself lying under the Florida sun at Castor Beach – in February!

Disability Accommodations

Disability accommodations can be requested when you register for a campus visit or by contacting the tour staff at 813-974-7878 (Florida Relay Service TTY: 800-955-8771) or [email protected] at least two weeks in advance for mobility assistance, visual impairment assistance or American Sign Language interpreting.    USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution and therefore complies fully with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and all other federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability or handicap.

Directions to Campus

Address: University of South Florida 4202 E. Fowler Avenue Tampa, FL 33620, USA   From the East:

• Take I-4 West to Exit 9 / I-75 North
• Travel North on I-75 for 3.8 miles to Exit 265 / Fowler Avenue
• Head West on Fowler Avenue 4.4 miles to the University's main entrance at Leroy Collins Boulevard

From the West/Tampa International Airport:

• Take I-275 North to Exit 45B / I-4 East
• Travel East on I-4 for 8.1 miles to Exit 9 / I-75 North

Parking on Campus

Just past the entrance to USF on Leroy Collins Boulevard, turn right into the Campus Information Center (CIC) . Pull up to an available drive-through window and inform the staff that you are here for a campus visit with the Office of Admissions. They will provide you with a parking pass and campus map. If you are visiting on a Saturday, the CIC will be closed, and a permit will not be necessary.   After obtaining the parking pass, turn right onto Leroy Collins Boulevard and proceed to the Collins Boulevard Parking Garage (located at the end of Leroy Collins Boulevard, just past the Library). Your parking pass allows you to park on level 3 and above. Before exiting your vehicle, be sure your parking pass is visible.   From the garage, it's just a short walk to the Interdisciplinary Sciences Building (ISA). Check-in begins one hour prior to the visit on the 7th floor.   Note: Please arrive at least 15-30 minutes prior to your scheduled visit to ensure adequate time for parking and check-in. 

Hotels and Accommodations

If you're visiting from out of town, there are a number of convenient hotels located near our Tampa campus. This is not a comprehensive list, so visitors are encouraged to search for other hotels near the campus they are visiting.   Many of the hotels listed offer a special USF rate. If you choose one of these hotels, state that you are visiting the University of South Florida to access the special rate. Some also offer free shuttle service to the campus.

Embassy Suites Tampa 3705 Spectrum Boulevard Tampa, FL (813) 977-7066   Fairfield Inn & Suites Tampa North 12260 Morris Bridge Road Temple Terrace, FL (813) 989-0007   Holiday Inn Express 13294 Telecom Drive Tampa, FL (813) 972-9800   

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa - USF Busch Gardens 2807 E. Busch Boulevard Tampa, FL (813) 936-8200   Holiday Inn Tampa North 3751 E Fowler Avenue Tampa, FL (813) 402-2982   Home2 Suites by Hilton Tampa USF 11606 McKinley Drive Tampa, FL (813) 750-8844   Hyatt Place Tampa/Busch Gardens 11408 North 30th Street Tampa, FL (813) 979-1922   La Quinta Inn & Suites USF 3701 East Fowler Avenue Tampa, FL (813) 910-7500   Residence Inn Tampa at USF/Medical Center 13420 N. Telecom Parkway Tampa, FL (813) 972-4400    TownePlace Suites Tampa North/I-75 Fletcher 6800 Woodstork Drive Tampa, FL (813) 975-9777   SpringHill Suites Tampa North I-75/Tampa Palms 5396 Primrose Lake Circle Tampa, FL  (813) 558-0300  

Explore Tampa (and Beyond)

One of the best parts of attending USF is the location. Our sprawling Tampa campus is packed with all the student amenities and resources of a large university, and it’s conveniently located a short drive from downtown, historic Ybor City, theme parks and more. USF offers something for everyone, from beach lovers to sports fans to art aficionados.    Plus, USF students have access to the rich professional resources afforded by the bustling metropolitan area. This includes a strong economy anchored by major companies. Our business community relationships offer students valuable internship and practicum experiences that prepare them for rewarding careers when they graduate.   Check out the Visit Tampa Bay website or download our Gulf Coast Visitor Guide to make the most of your trip and explore everything the Tampa Bay area has to offer, from sports to arts to nature. 

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Contact the Campus Visitation Office

Have questions about life at USF or want to learn about visiting the USF Tampa campus? Contact our team! Email: [email protected] Phone: 813-974-7878

Admissions Presentation & Campus Tour

Monday, March 25, 2024 at 9:30 AM until 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time UTC -04:00

The University of Tampa 401 W Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33606 United States

Become a UT Spartan for the day! The itinerary for a daily visit to The University of Tampa includes:

- An information presentation led by a member of the admissions staff 

- A student-led walking tour of campus that includes the University’s dining venues, a residence hall and room, athletic facilities, academic buildings, and historic Plant Hall – the heart of UT

Where to meet : Plant Hall

Where to park : Click www.ut.edu/map to download a campus map. The areas designated for Admissions parking are highlighted in yellow. We estimate the entire visit will last about two hours. 

PARKING PASS: Print the confirmation e-mail and place it on your car’s dashboard as a parking pass for your visit.

Registration is no longer available because the registration deadline has passed.

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New USF degree aims to address shortage of school psychologists

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Editor’s note: This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, resources are available to help. Please see the information at the end of this story.

The University of South Florida plans to launch a three-year degree program in the fall to help address a national shortage of school psychologists.

The program will be based in USF’s College of Education, which for decades has trained school psychologists in its Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Learning. The subject was offered as an area of concentration, but graduates sometimes faced questions from employers about their credentials and applicants faced various obstacles to admissions, said Evan Dart, an education professor and school psychologist who designed the proposal for a separate degree.

“We feel compelled to address the shortage because the benefits that school psychologists can provide in terms of students’ academic, mental and behavioral health are just kind of unparalleled,” he said. “We’re required to wear a lot of different hats and be experts on a lot of different subjects.”

The National Association of School Psychologists’ ideal ratio of school psychologists to students is 1 to 500, but across the country it’s about 1 to 1,127. Florida has one school psychologist for every 1,856 students, according to a recent presentation before USF’s board of trustees.

Dart said the job of a school psychologist goes beyond what school counselors or school social workers do. While traditionally they’ve been viewed as professionals who assess students for special education needs, USF takes a more proactive and progressive view of the role, he said.

The university sees school psychologists as “change agents at the school district or even state level to improve student functioning in the areas of academics, behavior, mental health,” Dart said. “We do a lot of family-school collaboration. We do a lot of crisis prevention and school safety work.”

The National Center for Education Statistics reported in 2022 that 69% of public schools saw an increase in the percentage of students seeking mental health services at school since the start of the pandemic. Seventy-six percent of schools saw an increase in staff who were concerned about students “exhibiting symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and trauma,” the center said.

A survey by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that 42% of high school students “experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness” in 2021 — up from 28% in 2011. The survey also reported increases in the percentage of students who considered, attempted or made a plan to commit suicide.

“Youth with poor mental health may struggle with school and grades , decision making, and their health,” the agency said, adding that it helps when schools and parents “create protective relationships with students.”

Dart said the school psychologist shortage is multifaceted.

“I think we see a bottleneck at the point of training,” he said. “There’s an issue of training programs not being able to produce really high-quality school psychologists at the level they would be needed to fully address the shortage. But then on the other side, it’s school districts possibly not having the resources to hire as many school psychologists as they would like.”

Locally, he said, USF has worked well with school districts in Pasco, Pinellas and Hillsborough counties, where students often earn their practicum.

Jonathan Chasin, Pasco County’s supervisor for school psychology services, said the district welcomes USF students.

“The need is great,” he said. “COVID was eye-opening for a lot of reasons. We have a lot of students with a lot of needs.”

College of Education Dean Anthony Rolle told members of USF’s board of trustees that those in the role can expect to earn between $75,000 and $90,000 a year, with an average of $86,000 a year. Dart said graduates can expect to move anywhere in the country and be able to find a job.

“We’re excited about the thing that we’re doing,” he said. “We think it’s progressive, and really producing trainees who are going to be the next generation of school psychologists.”

Divya Kumar covers higher education for the Tampa Bay Times, working in partnership with Open Campus.

Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org or call the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay by dialing 2-1-1.

Divya Kumar is the higher education reporter. Reach her at [email protected].

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