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FLORIDA ADMISSIONS
College admissions guide for Tampa-area high school students. Plant, Robinson, Newsome, and Steinbrenner pathways. USF home advantage, HCC dual enrollment, and Bright Futures strategy.
| Tier | GPA | SAT/ACT | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAS (Academic Scholars) | 3.5 weighted | 1330 SAT / 29 ACT | 100% tuition |
| FMS (Medallion Scholars) | 3.0 weighted | 1210 SAT / 25 ACT | 75% tuition |
Both tiers require 100+ community service hours. See full Bright Futures guide for details.
Florida has one of the strongest dual enrollment programs in the country. Eligible high school students can take college courses at no cost through local state colleges. Credits transfer to all Florida public universities through the statewide articulation agreement, and many private schools also accept them.
Read the full dual enrollment guidePlant High School, Robinson High (IB program), Newsome High, and Steinbrenner High consistently send students to top Florida publics and selective private schools.
USF does not give explicit geographic preference, but local students benefit from familiarity with the campus, dual enrollment connections, and lower cost of attendance.
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Based in Sarasota, FL. Built by a current Florida high school student.
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