Academic Success Predictors

Our data indicates that applicants meeting certain criteria are more likely to be successful at the University of South Florida, particularly in the freshman year. You are encouraged to use these predictors as a guideline to prepare for college-level work, not just for gaining admission to USF. When we review your application for admission, we will reward you for each academic success predictor below which you demonstrate:

• AP, IB or AICE Coursework (3 or more courses)
• Additional math course(s) beyond Algebra II
• Additional natural science course(s) (with lab) beyond the two required by the state of Florida
• Additional foreign language course(s) beyond two sequential years of the same language
• An SAT Writing score of at least 550 or ACT English/Writing score of at least 24
• College level dual enrollment coursework (2 or more courses)
• A postsecondary GPA of 3.0 or higher in all dual enrollment coursework attempted

These predictors, coupled with your GPA, test scores and other potential admission factors are integral to USF's evaluative process for freshman admissions.