| USF | vs. | SMU |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa, Florida | Location | Dallas, Texas |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$6,410
Out-Of-State$17,324 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $64,460 |
| 77% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 72% |
| $9,226 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $35,270 |
| 40.96 % | Acceptance Rates | 61.22 % |
| 21.73 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 17.23 % |
| 1,230 | SAT Score | 1,410 |
| 26 | ACT Score | 32 |
| 74 % | Graduation Rate | 82 % |
| 10 % | Transfer-out Rate | 12 % |
| 90 % | Retention Rate | 90 % |
| 49,600 | Student Population | 12,053 |
| 2,046 | Number of Faculties | 767 |
| 22 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |