The Standard at Tampa: Student Apartments Near the University of South Florida

The Standard at Tampa is located at 2850 University Square Dr in Tampa, Florida, just south of the University of South Florida’s main Tampa campus. The location places residents within a short distance of the university, allowing students to move easily between home and campus for classes, study sessions, and campus events throughout the week. Many of USF’s academic buildings, libraries, and student gathering areas sit within a few minutes of the property, making the surrounding neighborhood a convenient place for students who want to live close to campus. From this part of Tampa, students typically reach campus by walking, biking, driving, or using the university’s Bull Runner transit system, which circulates throughout the campus area.

Is The Standard at Tampa Within a Short Driving Distance to the University of South Florida? 

Yes! The University of South Florida is less than 10 minutes away from The Standard at Tampa. Many of the central academic buildings and student destinations are easily accessible for traveling between your apartment and the main campus. Our apartments place students close to libraries, recreation centers, and popular student hubs.

Common campus destinations within close distance include:

• USF Library (Distance: 1.3 miles, Drive time: ~8 minutes)
• USF Bookstore (Distance: 1.2 miles, Drive time: ~6 minutes)
• Muma College of Business (Distance: 1.2 miles, Drive time: ~6 minutes)
• USF Recreation & Wellness Center (Distance: 1.6 miles, Drive time: ~7 minutes)
• Yuengling Center (Distance: 1.4 miles, Drive time: ~6 minutes)

Most residents leave The Standard at Tampa and travel north toward the University of South Florida campus entrances along Fowler Avenue. From there, campus walkways connect students to academic buildings, libraries, and student facilities across the Tampa campus.

6-Minute Drive to the Yuengling Center and Campus Events

The Yuengling Center is 1.4 miles from The Standard at Tampa, which is about a 6-minute drive. The arena serves as one of the primary event venues on the University of South Florida campus and regularly hosts Bulls basketball games, concerts, commencement ceremonies, and major university events.

Because of the short distance, many residents living near campus choose to drive or bike to the arena when events are scheduled. Game nights and large campus events often bring students together from across the university, and living nearby allows residents to attend without planning a long trip across Tampa.

During the academic year, students frequently visit the Yuengling Center to attend athletics events, guest speaker programs, and other university activities. After events end, the short commute allows residents to return home quickly.

6-Minute Drive to Muma College of Business

Students living at The Standard at Tampa reach the Muma College of Business in roughly 6 minutes by car. Located about one mile from the property, the route leads directly into one of the central academic areas of the USF campus.

The Muma College of Business hosts undergraduate and graduate programs in areas such as finance, accounting, marketing, and management. The building includes lecture halls, faculty offices, and collaborative spaces where students often meet for group work or research projects.

Because the distance from The Standard at Tampa is relatively short, residents commute to morning lectures, group meetings, and academic events without spending much time traveling.

8-Minute Drive to the USF Library

The University of South Florida Library is about 1.3 miles from The Standard at Tampa, which is typically around an 8-minute drive. Walking north toward campus places students within reach of one of the university’s most frequently used academic spaces.

The USF Library offers multiple floors of study areas, computer labs, research resources, and collaborative study rooms. Students across many academic programs use the library throughout the semester for studying, research projects, and group meetings.

Because the library remains open late during much of the academic year, residents living nearby easily walk between study sessions and home. The short distance allows students to spend extended time preparing for exams or completing assignments before returning to their apartment.

Does The Standard at Tampa Have Access to USF Transit and Tampa Bus Routes?

Yes! Residents at The Standard at Tampa have convenient access to transportation options that connect the property with the University of South Florida campus and surrounding Tampa neighborhoods.

USF operates the Bull Runner transit system, a campus bus network available to students. Several routes travel along Fowler Avenue and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, providing connections to academic buildings, residence halls, and other campus destinations.

In addition to university transit, Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) bus routes operate along Fowler Avenue. These routes provide access to nearby shopping centers, residential areas, and other parts of Tampa, giving students additional transportation options without needing a personal vehicle.

Is the University of South Florida Area Good for Biking?

Yes! The neighborhoods surrounding the University of South Florida campus are commonly used by students who bike between apartments, classes, and nearby destinations. Sidewalks, campus pathways, and nearby streets create several routes for cyclists traveling around the university district.

Many students rely on bikes to travel between academic buildings, recreation facilities, grocery stores, and nearby restaurants along Fowler Avenue. Because many daily destinations sit within a few miles of the university, biking often becomes a convenient alternative to driving.

Residents at The Standard at Tampa who keep bikes in the property’s bike storage areas often use cycling to travel quickly between home and campus.

Walkable Student Apartments Near the University of South Florida

The Standard at Tampa offers students a convenient location near the University of South Florida’s Tampa campus, with easy access to academic buildings, libraries, and student gathering spaces. With many campus destinations reachable within a short walk, bike ride, or quick drive, residents move easily between home, classes, and the surrounding Tampa area. For students searching for apartments near the University of South Florida, The Standard at Tampa provides a housing option that keeps campus life within close reach.