University of South Florida

If your situation involves an immediate financial need or you need help with other resources, please visit the Student Ombudsman for additional guidance, analysis of need and recommendation for resolution.

The Office of the Student Ombudsman serves as a confidential, neutral third party providing information, advice, intervention and referrals to all USF students. For more information, contact the Office of the Student Ombudsman - Location: ADM-191 or call 813-974-7107.

Step 2 - Financial Aid

If you have a financial need and you are currently on financial aid or have not yet completed the FAFSA, please follow the steps below.

     · If you haven’t done so already, please complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) so the Financial Aid Office can determine what aid programs you might qualify for. This can be done electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Depending on your situation, your parents may need to assist you.

     · If you have filed FAFSA, visit with an advisor in the Financial Aid Office to see if there are other aid programs available.