The University of South Florida (USF) is a public research university with its main campus located in Tampa, Florida. It also has campuses in St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee. Founded in 1956, it is one of the largest universities in Florida and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity." USF offers more than 240 degree programs across 14 colleges and is recognized as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors. It serves over 49,000 students and has a significant economic impact on the Tampa Bay region.
USF is also notable for its strong research presence, with large research expenditures and ranking among top public universities in the nation. It is home to USF Health, which includes multiple health-related colleges and focuses on various medical research fields. The university's athletic teams, known as the USF Bulls, compete in NCAA Division I.
