PROS + CONS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA 2023

[@connorlaine3964]

I’ve been at usf since I was a freshman, and I can say for sure that the campus life and school spirit has gotten way better the last couple of years. I can’t wait for new stadium, go bulls!

[@claireemercier]

ohhh yay! I'm so glad you agree! 🤘🏽

[@scottyschemmel]

The camera quality is insane

[@claireemercier]

RIGHT! thank u sm!

[@Samalicious1]

What kinda camera is this

[@claireemercier]

@@Samalicious1 I shot this video on the sony a7iv with the tamron 28-75 2.8 lens :)

[@yairium]

literally

[@claireemercier]

@@yairium thank you 🥰

[@gailmercier6575]

All such great explanations of pros and cons of USF. The honesty is so refreshing!

[@claireemercier]

thank you so much!!!

[@negarrahimzade7315]

As an international student I was unsure about this university thank you for your video you shed light on my way❤

[@claireemercier]

soooo happy I could help. good luck with your college decision-making process!

[@beatrizclores]

thank u girl, im gonna apply as an international student this year!

[@claireemercier]

love it!!! thanks for watching 💚 good luck!

[@nathangrafton3756]

The school spirit is so on the rise! Highly recommend doing beef studs for football games. Get painted up and get to be front row at all games

[@claireemercier]

so glad someone else agrees!!! & that sounds soooo fun!!

[@Samylry]

Regardless of pros and cons of your university ACTUALLY YOUR JOB and CAREER HAS SMART AND BRILLIANT SURROUNDING ATMOSPHERE !!!

[@claireemercier]

thanks for watching!!

[@sciencerules4739]

Hey Claire, I am also a transfer student. I will be starting Spring 2025 semester. I am majoring in nursing, and I'm glad I found this video. Very helpful! :)

[@claireemercier]

awww yay! thank you so much for watching, I’m glad I could help you get a feel for what USF is like :) I hope you have the best time at USF, I miss it sm! 💚

[@limesquadj911]

very clean editing!

[@claireemercier]

thank you so much!!!

[@FahimHoq]

Congratulations on your graduation

[@claireemercier]

thank you so much!!!

[@kaciecrown8960]

Also love the nails and lighting 🫶🏻

[@claireemercier]

HEHE THANK U MAN

[@kaciecrown8960]

I agree with everything you said, although I feel like with the kick ass mass comm program we just happened upon might make us more privileged than other majors as far as the actual education goes

[@claireemercier]

yeah you might be right 🤣 we totally lucked out with mass comm

[@bubbleowl1539]

I would love to see a video about being a Mass Com major! I’m a senior who just got into USF and Mass communications is my top major choice!

[@claireemercier]

ooooo that is so exciting!!! I miss the z school so much sometimes. congrats :) I just might have to make that happen!!!

[@charliedossetter8089]

definitely need to upgrade their food at USF 100%

[@claireemercier]

re freakin tweet

[@JohnnyRoss407]

Facts!! The food sucks

[@johnshuey3410]

The food is like the integrity CRAP

[@PhDguitar]

Sorry, fell into your vlog by accident, but now curious to see if you have a video that reveals the reason you switched from USC to USF? Thanks 🤟

[@claireemercier]

hiiii!! I don't have a video explaining it - I totally should have made one though. long story short, USC was my dream school, but it was VERY expensive and honestly too academically challenging for me. I really loved my one semester in LA but it really didn't make sense for me to stay. if I would've stayed at USC I would've been in over $100K of debt after my 4 years 😭 so I ended up coming home to illinois, getting my associate degree from a local community college, and then chose to transfer to USF due to it's great location and relatively cheap tuition. it ended up being the PERFECT school for me and I can happily say that I graduated completely debt-free! thank you for watching - hopefully that helps answer your question :)

[@ethanlichter5173]

You mention the Greek life being a pro in both pro and con videos. Do you know if the hazing and pledging is bad in the frats?

[@claireemercier]

greek life was definitely a big pro for me! I never got too involved with the frats so I don't have any first-hand knowledge of any crazy hazing that goes on, but I don't think it is a huge thing in USF greek life. I truly don't know though. sorry I couldn't be more helpful!

[@BidhanBidari]

WHAT IS HOURLY WAGE FOR ONCAMPUS JOB FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS? AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST FOR NORMAL ROOM AND FOOD FOR 1 MONTH ? PLEASE LET ME KNOW

[@claireemercier]

hiiii I just responded to your other comment with some links! I don't know the answers to all of these questions but I’m sure your academic advisor could get you some answers/point you in the right direction :)

[@BridgetHoffmann]

Hi I’m considering going here and was wondering what the process is to getting into a sorority? I’m also considering the rotc program and didn’t know if being in a sorority would take up too much time.

[@sandramiller1988]

If you decide to go back to graduate school USC is still calling!! 😙

[@claireemercier]

haha you're so right!!! I would definitely look into USC if I wanted to pursue any more school...I do miss it!!

[@jessicaedpatule4042]

Helping my son to choose a university for 2026 ❤

[@claireemercier]

yayyyy good luck! it's a chaotic time for sure but I absolutely loved going thru my college decision making process

[@BarbaraNuernberger]

I’ll admit I’m old, graduated in ‘69 but as a mass communication major I would hope you have a vocabulary bigger than “Sucks” eg food, Starbucks, Amos’s. Also, as a resident, I always had to walk across campus: rain, heat, tornadoes. I love your enthusiasm and happy to hear about the advancements but no need to whine a out the mail, parking or food. It’s a university and will always be difficult if it’s worth going to. Go BULLS!

[@claireemercier]

hi! the reason I "whined" about the things I didn't like is bc this is a pros and CONS video! 😆 also, using the word "sucks" does not mean I have a poor vocabulary...it is just how the people in my generation speak, and my videos are created to relate to them. thanks for watching!

[@freehugs9040]

​@@claireemercier Exactly!! You tell them 💕

[@Deimos92479]

how would you recommend to get into USF as an out of state student? I have around a 3.9 unweighted 4.1 weighted grade wise. Do you think I could get in with those grades?

[@claireemercier]

I’m not 100% positive, but I believe the application process for USF (at least when I applied as a transfer) only looked at GPA. With that being said, if your GPA and test scores are above average for USF's latest freshman class, I'd say you have a pretty good chance of getting in! Good luck!!

[@Deimos92479]

​@@claireemercier Is there certain things they look for in terms of volunteer work? I've head coached youth flat football, baseball and rec basketball and have around 75-90 hours logged. Should I put that on an application?

[@evem6896]

hey girl im looking at applying and i was wondering if they gave you good aid/ financial package??

[@claireemercier]

hey!! unfortunately I didn't receive any aid and had to pay the full out-of-state price :( the only financial assistance I received was a major-specific scholarship that I put towards my study abroad

[@claireemercier]

I will say though, USF ended up being one of my cheapest options even when compared to other schools that did give me some aid. USF prices are cheaper than the average university!

[@justin_drake]

Quick question, would getting an apartment be a good option? I’m looking to transfer to USF possibly next fall after I’m done at the school I’m at now and I’m planning to bring my dog so I’m just curious cause right now I’m looking into as much as I can about the school

[@claireemercier]

hey justin!! yeah, I think if you have a pet with you it would be best to get an apartment. there are a bunch of options near USF. I just recommend that you look into it as early as possible so you can get the place you want!! good luck!!

[@justin_drake]

@ Hey 👋 thanks for the advice, my 2nd to last semester ended here and luckily I got my cumulative GPA up even higher now. We’re planning to look at town homes and apartments on spring break

[@marcusprothero8349]

hi i am looking to study abroad at USF, what is it like for international students? also how is the nightlife, do you party on campus or in tampa? thanks!

[@claireemercier]

hey marcus, since I am not an international student myself I can't speak too much on what the experience is like, but I met a lot of people at USF from out of the country and they seemed to enjoy it. there are a lot of different cultural groups on campus to join which seemed to be popular with the international student body as well! I’m not a big going out kind of person so I might not be the best person to speak on this lol. but in my experience, there wasn't a lot of partying on campus. most people would go to bars/clubs kinda close to campus (like ivy) or go to soho in downtown tampa for happy hour/on the weekends. one thing I think USF does lack is a designated "college town" kind of area that is walkable from campus and has bars, restaurants, etc...there really aren't any walkable bars near campus hopefully this helps!!

[@avavsa9168]

Hi, what is your opinion on the biomed program?

[@claireemercier]

hi! I can't say I have one - the mass comm program at USF is completely separate from any other programs. I don't even think i've set foot in one of the STEM buildings on campus tbh 🤣 sorry I couldn't be more helpful!

[@Lryr-ly7xk]

GOOD BECOMING LUCK ....

[@claireemercier]

thank you!!!

[@pravachanBAPS]

Hey i come to this university so what i do?? Tell me

[@claireemercier]

hi! what do you mean?

[@pravachanBAPS]

@@claireemercier What should I do if I want to study at the University of Florida?

[@claireemercier]

I actually don’t know much about the University of Florida, so sorry :( But if you’re wondering how to apply to USF (the University of South Florida), I can answer those questions!!!

[@pravachanBAPS]

@@claireemercier okay tell me

[@claireemercier]

@@pravachanBAPS admissions.usf.edu/application follow the steps here :) good luck!!

[@kunsothpriyanka4430]

Hi i got admittance in Cybersecurity Master's program at USF for Spring 2024 intake any suggestions or tips for me?

[@claireemercier]

hi, and congratulations!! that's so exciting! I have no doubt you'll love your time at USF. I don't know much about cybersecurity or USF Master's programs, but my biggest piece of advice to you is to explore Tampa as much as possible! definitely take advantage of the different resources USF has (free/discounted kayaking, sailing, etc) for exploring the area. here's a link www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/student-life/facilities/campus-rec/outdoor-recreation/index.aspx

[@scottyschemmel]

🔥

[@claireemercier]

u rock!!!!

[@TealTrump11]

🤘🏾

[@claireemercier]

go bulls baby!

[@udemgbaNelson]

Thanks 🙏 congratulations Please can i have your contact to guide me through.i wants to apply to the uni

[@claireemercier]

thank you so much!! the USF application process is pretty simple -- I didn't even have to submit essays :) just follow all of the prompts on this page!! admissions.usf.edu/application

[@Keithdagreat]

This woman is hot😍

[@claireemercier]

who me???

[@nathangrafton3756]

USF Starbucks sucks

[@claireemercier]

RIGHTTTT

[@BridgetHoffmann]

Hi I’m considering going here and was wondering what the process is to getting into a sorority? I’m also considering the rotc program and didn’t know if being in a sorority would take up too much time.

[@BridgetHoffmann]

Hi I’m considering going here and was wondering what the process is to getting into a sorority? I’m also considering the rotc program and didn’t know if being in a sorority would take up too much time.

[@claireemercier]

hi bridget!! at USF, there are two times during the year where you can enter a sorority. there's primary recruitment in the fall, and then some sororities (it varies each year depending on open spots) will participate in spring recruitment as well. the fall primary recruitment is your more typical "rush" experience, where there will be multiple rounds of speaking with the different chapters on campus until you narrow it down and receive a bid on bid day. if you go through recruitment in the spring, the process is a bit more laid-back and informal, and mostly involves going to open houses and scheduling time to meet with different chapters one-on-one. I would definitely keep up with the USF Panhellenic page on IG for more info on upcoming recruitments!! as far as having time for a sorority and ROTC. I can't say I know anyone personally who was in a sorority and ROTC at the same time, but I know plenty of girls who were able to balance greek life with busy work schedules, being involved in other clubs, etc. In my experience, I was pretty involved in my sorority during my first year, but stepped away a bit more during my senior year to focus more on career development, and that was totally fine. each sorority will have different requirements on service hours, chapter attendance, event attendance, etc, but ultimately, I was able to choose how involved I wanted to be!!

[@claireemercier]

hopefully that helps. good luck to you!!!!