University of South Florida (USF) is a public institution with a total enrollment of 50,000 students. As the fastest-rising university in the U.S. News & World Report rankings over the past decade, USF is one of only three preeminent state research universities, along with UF and FSU, a designation awarded by the Florida Board of Governors, which recognizes high-achieving universities based on several metrics including graduation and student retention rates. To achieve this, USF is driven by an intensified commitment to student success, offering affordable access to numerous academic services, programs, and events across the campus.