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South University – Tampa 

Tampa, Florida 

About the School

South University – Tampa is a private university campus of South University located in Tampa, Florida. It offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs across professional areas including business, healthcare, nursing, counseling and psychology, criminal justice, and public health.

Programs combine classroom study with applied experiences, and the university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award degrees at multiple levels. Tampa’s campus partners with local employers and healthcare facilities to support networking and professional growth. 

 

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Campus Life

The Tampa campus provides classrooms, labs, a library, student lounges, and support spaces that foster academic engagement. The Academic Success Center and Career Services support learning and professional planning while faculty and staff focus on student development.

Located near downtown Tampa and attractions such as Busch Gardens and Cypress Point Park, students benefit from cultural venues, dining, professional events, and transit access that contribute to both academic and urban experiences. 

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Student Life

Student life at South University – Tampa centers on learning, career development, and academic support rather than large traditional extracurricular programs. Career Services helps with internships, employer networking, and professional planning in fields like healthcare and business.

Many students engage with Tampa’s broader cultural and employment opportunities, including internships and community partnerships, that build practical skills aligned with degree programs. 

 

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Housing

South University – Tampa does not provide on‑campus residence halls or dormitories. Students typically secure off‑campus housing in Tampa or surrounding communities such as Temple Terrace and Carrollwood.

Options include apartments and shared rentals, with the city’s transit links and rental market providing access to campus, employment, and urban amenities. Homestay with local families may also be available for international learners seeking community living arrangements. 

 

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Costs

  • Approximate Annual Undergraduate Costs
  • $ 37,157
Tuition and Fees $ 18,137
Book and Supplies $ 9,201
Housing and Meals $ 9,819
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  • Approximate Annual Graduate Costs
  • $ 39,537
Tuition and Fees $ 11,961
Book and Supplies $ 12,918
Housing and Meals $ 14,658
Other Contact an advisor for fee
Scholarships
Type Merit-Based
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Degrees and Majors

  • GPA
    2.4
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • IELTS*
    6.0

Note: Prospective Allied Health Science professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights the physiological foundations of healthcare and advanced diagnostic methodologies. Blending theoretical insights with Agriculture, practicalities, this program prepares students to lead in an increasingly globalized workforce.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.7
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • IELTS*
    6.5

Note: Prospective Business Administration professionals will benefit from a curriculum that highlights cross-border market analysis, venture capital, and ethical management frameworks. Utilizing a curriculum grounded in Business / Management industry standards, this program builds the critical thinking skills required to manage sector-specific challenges.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

  • GPA
    2.7
  • CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AVAILABLE
    Yes
  • IELTS*
    6.5

Note: Targeting high-level mastery in Information Systems, this track investigates cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern DevOps methodologies. By leveraging advanced tools common in Information Technology / Computer Sciences settings, this program fosters a deep technical proficiency that translates directly to workplace excellence.

*Students must show they meet the English language requirement for their program by submitting one of the approved test scores listed.

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