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See Yourself Here

The best way to experience UTampa is to see it for yourself. Walk our riverfront campus, explore downtown Tampa and discover the people, places and opportunities that make UTampa feel like home.

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Visit In Person

An on-campus visit offers an authentic look at student life, academics and the UTampa experience. Each visit begins with an information session led by an admissions counselor, followed by a guided campus tour with a current student who can share firsthand insights and answer your questions along the way.

View available dates and register online.

Daily Visit Times

Monday–Friday: 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Please check the visit calendar for current availability.

Visit Digitally

Virtual visits include a 30-minute information session hosted by an admissions counselor. Note: Please contact your admissions counselor directly or admissions@ut.edu to update your contact information for invitation-only events. For transfer and major-specific sessions, find additional virtual visit sessions.

Attend an Open House Event

Open House events are an opportunity for prospective students to experience a day at UTampa for themselves. Tour the campus, hear directly from Admissions staff, professors and current UTampa students about their experiences and areas of study, and attend specific breakout sessions based on your academic interests.

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Connect with Current Students

Explore campus with a student tour guide and hear firsthand about their experience at UTampa. Tour guides can offer insider information about what it’s like to live and learn in this community. 

Know Before You Go

Top 10 Tips for Visitors

Make the most of your campus visit with helpful information about parking, dining, directions and other details to help you plan your day.

Palm trees in front of the South Family Building.

Take a Virtual Visit

Explore UTampa From Anywhere

Can't make it to campus? You can still experience UTampa wherever you are. Take a virtual tour, watch student-created videos and connect with an admissions counselor during a live online information session to learn more about academics, campus life and the admissions process.

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POV: You're at UTampa

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About Tampa Bay

A City Full of Opportunity

Tampa is one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic cities in the country, offering students unparalleled access to internships, career opportunities, cultural experiences and outdoor adventure. From major employers and professional sports teams to thriving arts districts and waterfront destinations, the Tampa Bay region provides an ideal backdrop for learning, exploration and growth.

At UTampa, the city becomes an extension of your classroom and your future.

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Directions and Hotels

Getting Here

Located along the Hillsborough River in the heart of downtown Tampa, UTampa offers the energy of a vibrant city paired with the beauty of a waterfront campus. Just minutes from Tampa International Airport and easily accessible from I-275, the University is convenient for visitors traveling from near or far.

Planning an overnight stay? Several nearby hotels offer preferred rates for UTampa visitors.

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