Program

Checklist for U.S. ý

Consult the TESLA Faculty for information regarding enrollment in prerequisite course work before registering for first-semester classes. Prerequisites will be determined on an individual basis in direct consultation with faculty.

Explore Health Insurance Options

Graduate Assistants are eligible to receive a subsidy from the University to help offset part of the cost of health insurance, making it more affordable to participate in the ý Student Health Insurance Plan. For more information, visit the Student Health Services website.

Submit Immunization Information

According to ý Administrative Code Rule 6C-6.001(5), “Each student accepted for admissions shall, prior to registration, submit on a form provided by the institution a medical history signed by the student.” As a prerequisite to admission or registration, the State University System of ý requires all students born after 1956 to present documented proof of immunity to measles (Rubeola) and rubella (German Measles).

Contact Program Faculty to Discuss Graduate Teaching Assistantships/Research Assistant Appointments (if applicable)

Register for Classes

ý will work with their faculty advisor regarding which courses they should enroll in. They will register online using Student Self-Service (formerly Student OASIS) and must enroll for the term to which they have been admitted to validate their admission. ý who cannot enroll for the admitted term must request a deferment of admission directly from the TESLA program. For more information, visit the , Deferment of Admission/Update Request section.

Obtain Your ý ID Card

Identification cards can be obtained from the ý Card Center. The ýCard is the official identification card of the University of South ý. The ýCard is a multi-functional card with digitized photo and electronic identification and validation for departments needing to verify student and/or employee status. The ýCard was designed as a platform for a multitude of services and functions.

Activate Your ý NetID and Access Your ý email

All admitted ý students will be given Google mail accounts to host their email. The email address assigned will start with the person's NetID and end with @mail.usf.edu. With Gmail, students are given unlimited storage, and access to Google Apps. You can learn more about ý email on the Information Technology website.

Secure Living Accommodations/Apartment

There are multiple options available to students for housing:

  • Living On-Campus
    On-campus housing information is available through Housing & Residential Education.
  • Living Off-Campus
    If you are not planning to live on campus, you can search and learn more about off-campus housing options on the .
  • Family Housing
    Magnolia apartments on campus houses students with families. For more information, please visit the Housing & Residential Education website.