Agricultural Economics at University of Florida
If you are interested in studying Agricultural Economics, consider the program at University of Florida. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Florida is in Gainesville, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 92 agricultural economics degrees were awarded at University of Florida.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Florida
Distance learning is available at University of Florida. Of 56,311 students, 8,372 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,287 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Agricultural Economics Rankings at University of Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Florida’s Agricultural Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 31 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #15 of 157 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #23 of 157 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 31 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #15 of 157 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #23 of 157 |
Earnings for Agricultural Economics Graduates from University of Florida
Those who finish University of Florida’s Agricultural Economics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,963 |
| 2 years | $45,584 |
| 3 years | $48,263 |
| 4 years | $57,602 |
| 5 years | $63,554 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Agricultural Economics graduates from University of Florida take home a median $57,602, compared with $73,816 for all University of Florida graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Agricultural Economics graduates from University of Florida is $16,218.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Agricultural Economics graduates at University of Florida, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Agricultural Economics graduates at University of Florida are 29% women (27) and 71% men (65).
Agricultural Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Florida
Of the 83 bachelor’s agricultural economics degrees awarded at University of Florida, 27% were women (22) and 73% were men (61).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Agricultural Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 53 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 31% of Agricultural Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida, above the national average of 19%.*
Agricultural Economics Master’s Program at University of Florida
Of the 9 master’s agricultural economics graduates at University of Florida, 56% were women (5) and 44% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Agricultural Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 44% of Agricultural Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Florida, above the national average of 17%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Agricultural Economics Concentrations at University of Florida
The Agricultural Economics program at University of Florida includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agricultural Economics | 92 |
Top-Paying Careers for Agricultural Economics Graduates
Students who finish Agricultural Economics program at University of Florida work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Agricultural Economics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products | $109,813 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $71,530 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $36,803 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $29,657 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.