The University of Tampa

The University of Tampa is a private university located in downtown Tampa, Florida. Founded in 1931, it occupies the historic former Tampa Bay Hotel, a National Historic Landmark known for its distinctive Moorish Revival architecture and minarets. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular national recognition in business, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, and marine science. Its downtown location provides students with strong connections to internships, professional opportunities, and the cultural and economic life of the Tampa Bay region. UT is known for its engaged, career-focused learning environment, with small class sizes and numerous experiential learning opportunities. The campus blends historic buildings with modern academic and residential facilities, and the university serves a diverse student body from across the United States and around the world. It competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Spartans and has a vibrant campus life with many student organizations and activities.