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University of South Florida

Bachelor of Science in Finance with Real Estate Concentration

Program overview

The Finance program with a concentration in real estate enables graduates to identify and solve problems in the acquisition and allocation of funds by organizations in both domestic and international settings, within both the public and private sectors.

Last updated: June 19, 2024

Muma College of Business

12212 USF Genshaft Drive Tampa, FL 33620, USA

Academic Information

Degree offered

Bachelor of Science in Finance with Real Estate Concentration

Length of program

2-4 years

Number of Credits Required

12 credits of real estate concentration

Mode of learning

On Campus

Unique real estate academic features

The Bachelor of Science in Finance with a Concentration in Real Estate is one of the concentrations that primarily addresses the decision-making challenges in the real estate industry.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Concentration Core:

  • Real Estate Decision Making Credit

Concentration Electives:

  • Financial Planning Fundamentals
  • Financial Institutions and Markets
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Principles of Insurance
  • Real Estate Development
  • Real Estate Internship
  • Any other Finance or Related Course with approval from Department Chair

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

  • USF Real Estate Competition

Real estate extracurricular activities available

  • Development Tour
  • SoREP Mentorship
  • Student Organization Tabling
  • Real Estate Investing
  • CREW Career Panel

Networking opportunities

  • The Real Estate Society
  • Society of Real Estate Professionals (SOREP)

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

  • Financial Analyst
  • Senior Financial Analyst
  • Finance Manager

Average salary post graduation

$60,000 - 96,000

Common employers​

  • Citi
  • Savills
  • Meritage Homes

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

Distinguished real estate faculty members or research areas

Greg Smersh

Professor of Instruction; Exide Professor of Finance and Real Estate

Alumni Support

Successful real estate alumni

Alex Smith

Incoming Investment Banking Analyst at Deutsche Bank

Jordan Magher

Acquisition Associate-EquityPro Tampa Bay

Brayden Curry

President at Curco Capital

Real estate alumni networks and associations

  • USF Alumni Association

Financial Information

Tuition fees

Res. $25,625
Non Res. $36,539

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

Opportunities or support

Available.

General information

Where is the program housed on campus?

12212 USF Genshaft Drive Tampa, FL 33620, USA

State of the art Facilities

From its innovative academic buildings to sophisticated labs to creative dining halls, USF boasts exceptional facilities. Here are just a few of the favorite spots on campus.

The Campus Recreation Center, ranked among the top facilities in the U.S., offers a diverse range of amenities for all. Alongside state-of-the-art equipment, there’s a heated indoor pool and indoor track. For those craving outdoor adventure, there’s a ropes course, disc golf course, and opportunities for canoeing and kayaking, perfect for enjoying Florida’s renowned weather.

At Argos Flip Kitchen, an innovative fast-casual concept awaits. With two rotating menu “flips,” diners can enjoy salads, smoothies, flatbreads, and globally-inspired rice bowls from the core menu, alongside featured flip menus such as Gourmet Macaroni and Cheese and Artisan Pizzas.

The Interdisciplinary Sciences Building, a signature seven-story structure, houses two 300-seat auditoriums, modern classrooms, and research labs for the physics, biology, and chemistry departments. Notably, it’s one of two LEED Gold Certified buildings on campus.

The Library, affectionately dubbed “Club Lib,” serves as a popular spot for students to study, collaborate, and utilize resources like the Tutoring Center and Writing Studio. Open 24 hours a day, four days a week, it even boasts a Starbucks inside.

Located at the heart of campus, the Marshall Student Center is a hub for student activity, offering a food court, gaming center, credit union, print shop, Amazon Locker, and offices for various student organizations.

For convenient food shopping, there’s a Publix grocery store right on campus—the only one of its kind on a college campus.

Though technically off-campus, Raymond James Stadium serves as the shared home for USF Football and the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers, offering world-class sporting events.

With a variety of on-campus eateries, including Bento Sushi, Chick-fil-A, Panera Bread, and Starbucks, students have a plethora of dining options to choose from without leaving campus.

The Yuengling Center hosts USF Basketball and Volleyball games, as well as concerts, comedy shows, and other entertainment events throughout the year, all conveniently located on campus.

The Village Residential Community, an innovative complex, features five suite and traditional style residence halls. It also includes The Fit, a recreation and wellness center with high-tech exercise equipment and a resort-style pool, and The Hub, a dining hall offering various food concepts like Mongolian Grill and fresh sushi.

Campus Size

The University of South Florida is a public institution with a campus size of 1,500 acres. 

Contact Information

Office of Admissions

4202 E. Fowler Avenue, SVC 1036 Tampa, FL 33620, USA

(813) 974-3350

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