Tampa is a large city, and costs are higher for that reason. Rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Tampa around the university is $1500+ if you would like to live in a decent area. Most graduate students live off-campus in the surrounding hot-spot neighborhoods: Channelside, SoHo, and Hyde Park. These neighborhoods are full of nightlife and things to do.

I opted for this University due to its affluent reputation in the area and history of success. The admissions process was simple, and allowed either GRE or GMAT scores, and required 2 letters of recommendation. I wanted to go to a university with a strong reputation as I was transitioning from an undergraduate degree in biology to the MBA program and UT has a history of strong matching with courses and coaches that can relate to your career paths. Additionally, the University of Tampa is a top-ten best value MBA program and consistently ranked within the best MBA programs.