Next Steps
Transfer Next Steps | Sarasota-Manatee Campus
Congratulations on your admission to °®°®Ö±²„! The °®°®Ö±²„ is a leading transfer student destination in the state of Florida, and weāre excited to welcome you to our tight-knit Sarasota-Manatee campus.
Follow these steps to enroll as an official °®°®Ö±²„ student and prepare for the first day of classes. To track your progress as you work through the checklist, visit the student onboarding portal.
You can explore all required needs to enroll at °®°®Ö±²„ or jump to the section relevant to you:
IMMEDIATELY UPON ADMISSION:
You will be able to complete the following steps immediately after admission to °®°®Ö±²„.
Please note that is the first step to enrolling at °®°®Ö±²„, if you have not done so yet.
You may complete the next steps in any order. In this section, youāll:
- Reserve an Orientation Date
- Submit FAFSA
- Verify/Update Personal Information
- Submit Medical History and Immunization Form
- Explore Housing Options
Reserve an Orientation Date | Required for all transfer students
Admitted transfer students must register for, attend and complete all Orientation requirements. At Orientation, youāll register for courses, so be sure to sign up for the earliest Orientation date possible to benefit from increased class availability. Orientation reservations open during the following months each year based on entry term:
- Spring Semester - October
- Summer and Fall Semesters - March
If you fail to reserve and complete Orientation, your admission to °®°®Ö±²„ may be canceled.
Please note: If you previously graduated from °®°®Ö±²„ and are pursuing a second bachelorās degree, you do not need to attend Orientation.
Fill Out Your FAFSA Form | Recommended for all freshman students
The is now open. Make sure to fill it out as soon as possible to qualify for the most aid possible. If you have questions about the FAFSA, check out our site here.
Verify/Update Information | Recommended for all students
Verify or Update Residency Status
- To view your classification, log into the and your residency status should display under your āApplicant Info.ā
- To update your classification as a Florida resident for tuition purposes, log in to the , select āFormsā, complete a Residency Declaration Form, and upload any requested documentation.
- Please note: All admissions scholarship disbursements are based upon residency status. If your residency status changes, your award allocation will be updated.
For full information on determining residency, check out our Residency webpage.
Verify Personal Information
- To view/update your mailing address, telephone number and email address, log in to and navigate to My Resources > OASIS.
Update Campus, Term of Entry or Major (Optional - As Needed)
- To change your campus, term of entry or major, visit the , select āFormsā and complete an Application Update Form.
- If your campus or term of entry was changed by °®°®Ö±²„ during the application process, you are not eligible to update back to the original campus or term of entry requested on your application.
Explore Available Housing and Meal Plans | Optional for all transfer students
Transfer students can explore on- or off-campus housing near °®°®Ö±²„. On-campus housing availability is limited for incoming transfer students, so please apply early if you are interested in securing a room.
Housing Scholarships Available
On-campus housing applications open during the following months each year based on entry term:
- Spring Semester - September 1
- Summer and Fall Semesters - December 12
Please note: You will not be able to select a room through Housing until you reserve an Orientation date.
Many students elect to purchase a meal plan on campus. With a wide variety of meal plan allowances and dining locations, explore the options available to you:
Submit Medical History and Immunization Form | Required for all students
You cannot register for courses until your completed Medical History and Immunizations Form has been received, so be sure to submit it in a timely fashion.
Please note: This form requires formal authorization from a health care provider, so please ensure to leave time to complete this task for enrollment.
How to Upload Your Completed Form
There are three methods to upload your completed form:
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- You can log into myBullsPath using your NetID and password. After clicking on the āSubmit Required Health Documentsā card, you may submit your form directly through the portal. Click āSubmit Medical History & Immunization Formā at the top of the page, and you will be prompted to upload your documents from your device to myBullsPath.
- : Log into the Applicant Portal using your NetID and password. Select āMy Workspaceā, followed by āMy Documentsā and upload your form.
- : You may submit your form directly to Student Health Services through the web submission option.
Please do not send in the form to the Office of Admissions directly. Submit the form only through the approved options above.
AFTER LAST SEMESTER COMPLETION
Submit Final Transcripts | Required for all transfer students
Once you complete your final semester at your previous institution, you will need to submit your final transcripts from the last institution you attended. If you received an AA at your last institution, please wait until your degree is reflected on your transcript to send to °®°®Ö±²„.
Your admission is contingent on submitting final transcripts, and we may place a hold on your account to register for future courses if transcripts are not received prior to the first day of class.
If you need to check on the status of your missing documents, visit the Applicant Portal.
If you need to submit your final transcripts, visit our Transcript Submission instructions page.
AFTER ATTENDING ORIENTATION
You may complete the next steps in any orderāalong with the steps in the āBefore the First Day of Classesā section. In this section, youāll:
- Complete Required Courses and Modules
- Purchase a °®°®Ö±²„Card
- Purchase a Parking Permit
Complete Required Courses and Modules - Required for all students
AlcoholEDU for College and Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates (SAPU)
You will receive an email directly from EverFi after Orientation with instructions and links for accessing the modules. EverFi will email your °®°®Ö±²„ email, so make sure you check it regularly! You must earn a score of 80 percent or higher in each module by the deadline to successfully fulfill this student requirement.
Life Skills Modules
- Portal:
- Navigation: Once logged in, click on the course titled Life Skills Module.
Career Readiness Module
- Portal:
- Navigation: Once logged in, click on the course titled Career Readiness Module.
Purchase a °®°®Ö±²„Card - Required for all students
Your °®°®Ö±²„Card will be used while you are on campus, including at dining locations and to verify your identity. Request a °®°®Ö±²„Card before you start at °®°®Ö±²„ through the online process and pick up in-person at office B116. Contact the Sarasota-Manatee campus Cashierās Office at (941) 359-4220 or email sar-business-office@usf.edu prior to arriving on campus to confirm availability.
Please have a driverās license or some other form of ID available when picking up your ID card.
Purchase a Parking Permit - Required for students parking on campus
Parking permits are required on campus 24/7. Make sure to register your vehicle and pay for your decal before the semester begins.
Please request a parking permit through the online process below and pick up in-person at office B116. Contact the Sarasota-Manatee campus Cashierās Office at (941) 359-4220 or email sar-business-office@usf.edu prior to arriving on campus to confirm availability.
Please have a driverās license or some other form of ID available when picking up parking permit.
BEFORE FIRST DAY OF CLASSES
You may complete the next steps in any order.
Complete Unsatisfied Requirements and Accept Financial Aid Awards
Verify if you have any unsatisfied Financial Aid requirements in OASIS prior to your first day of classes.
- Portal:
- Navigation: My°®°®Ö±²„ > My Resources > Oasis > Financial Aid
Subscribe to eDeposit
The °®°®Ö±²„ offers the electronic deposit process called eDeposit to all of our customers. eDeposit allows your net financial aid and student refunds to be directly deposited into your personal bank account.
- Portal:
- Navigation: My°®°®Ö±²„ > My Resources > Oasis > Student > Tuition, Fees & Payment
Moving into Housing
If youāre living on campus at °®°®Ö±²„, you will need to review the move-in information provided to you by Housing to ensure you sign up for the correct move-in appointment time and ensure your room assignment is correct.
Check out for everything you should bring with you or leave at home.
Purchase and Organize Supplies for Courses
- The Sarasota-Manatee campus bookstore is located just off campus at 6301 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243. You can also .
- The Sarasota-Manatee campus offers for students.
- We have you might find useful for classes on our Admit-a-Bull blog.
Accessibility Accommodations (Optional - As Needed)
Transfer students may apply for accommodations once admitted to the University of South Florida. Students are responsible for identifying themselves to Student Accessibility Services and presenting proper medical documentation to receive academic accommodations.
Examples of accommodations can include but are not limited to:
- Alternative Text
- Class Notes and Note Takers
- Test Taking Accommodations
- Hearing Impairment Accommodations
For a full list of accommodations and how to apply, visit the Student Accessibility Services website.
Pay Tuition and Fees (Due by First Friday of Semester, 5 p.m. ET)
- Portal:
- Navigation: My°®°®Ö±²„ > My Resources > Oasis > Student > Tuition, Fees & Payment
Please note: If you received a scholarship award and need assistance on Tuition Deferment, visit the Office of Financial Aid website.
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GETTING INVOLVED AS A TRANSFER STUDENT
Making connections at a new college may seem overwhelming but there are tons of ways for you to get involved at the Sarasota-Manatee campus:
- - There are many student clubs and organizations available on the Sarasota-Manatee campus for you to join.
- On-Campus Job Opportunities - Convenient on-campus jobs provide numerous opportunities to earn money for college necessities and meet other students outside of the classroom.
- - With dozens of campus events held yearly on the Sarasota-Manatee campus, you can always find something to do. We host events that range from movie screenings to carnivals and more. The Sarasota-Manatee Campus Activity Board is always hosting new, exciting events for you to hang out and make friends.
- Student Government - If youāre interested in making a meaningful impact on the °®°®Ö±²„ community and finding a built-in peer group, you may want to check out Student Government.
- - We offer leadership workshops and programs through the Office of Student Engagement to help support your growth as a person, professional and leader.