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first_reported: 2026-11-10 05:00 EST
updated: 2026-11-10 05:00 EST
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# USF admission grows more competitive, officials say

According to USF admission officials on Florida Matters, applicants and GPAs are increasing, with research and athletics among the factors.

Section: [Schools](/tampa-bay/section/life.md) · Entities: [University of South Florida](/tampa-bay/wiki/university-of-south-florida.md)

## Coverage

- [WUSF Public Media](https://www.wusf.org/education/2026-11-10/heres-why-student-admission-to-usf-is-getting-more-competitive), 2026-11-10 05:00 EST: Here's why student admission to USF is getting more competitive

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