Became part of the University of South Florida in 1975, but retained its distinctive academic program and selective admissions. Read more about the history of New College Academic Program More than 20 undergraduate majors in the liberal arts and sciences. Students also develop special topic and interdisciplinary majors. Excellent foundation for post-baccalaureate study in business, law, and medicine. The curriculum is based on an academic contract, enabling students, in close consultation with faculty, to develop programs of seminars, tutorials, independent research and off-campus experiences.
Students receive detailed narrative evaluations of their work.
New College does not give grades. In January, students undertake independent study projects, which they design and complete under faculty sponsorship. Approximately 650 students from throughout the US and world. First-year students are required to live on campus. Student Life and Athletics Emphasis is on spontaneity and student initiation.