Transient Study

Transient Study

Transient study refers to any approved enrollment option in which some or all classes are at another °®ÎÛ´«Ã½ public school.

Financial aid for transient study is limited to °®ÎÛ´«Ã½ Bright Futures, Pell Grant and federal loans. If you are not eligible for Bright Futures your USF Academic Advisor must confirm you meet one of the following conditions:

  • the course(s) are part of a partnership between USF and a state university/college; or
  • there are no seats available at USF for a course that is required to stay on track for graduation; or the course is not offered at USF and if not taken that semester, your graduation will be delayed.

Note: You are responsible for meeting all registration and fee payment deadlines upfront at the host school. The host school is not required to offer you a tuition deferment.

Financial Aid for Transient Study:

  • Financial aid will not pay until after your classes begin at the host school and the electronic verification of enrollment is received.
  • Financial aid pays through your USF student account according to USF's payment schedule
  • Sign up for e-Deposit in  to easily access your funds once your enrollment is verified ·
  • You must meet transient study requirements