How to Apply as a New Freshman or First-Year Student

Qualified high school students may be accepted on a three-year transcript, pending high school graduation. They should submit the following:

1. Completed application form.
2. Nonrefundable application fee.
3. Official high school transcripts showing academic program completed, scholastic average and date of graduation. GED results and a high school transcript up to the date of withdrawal may be submitted in lieu of a complete high school transcript.
4. One recommendation from a counselor or teacher.
5. SAT or ACT test scores are optional.*
6. Scores on advanced placement tests, CLEP tests or the International Baccalaureate for those applicants desiring advanced standing credit.
7. Personal statement or essay.

Applications are evaluated as follows for first-year students: Applications submitted by Nov. 15 have notification of admission status mailed by Dec. 15. Applications submitted by Jan. 15 have notification of admission status mailed by Feb. 15. Applications submitted after Jan. 15 have regular decision notification mailed by April 1.

Students may earn advanced placement credits by taking advanced placement tests and CLEP exams administered by the College Board, and by earning an International Baccalaureate diploma or certificate. More information about scores required to earn college credits at UT is posted at www.ut.edu/admissions.

* The University of Tampa will provide test optional undergraduate admission for the summer 2021 terms I & II, fall 2021 and spring 2022 entry terms. Given that students have not been able to take the ACT or SAT since February 2020 because of the pandemic, as well as the likelihood that students will not be able to safely take these tests in fall 2020, UT will not require submission of either the ACT or SAT for admission decisions.