Plant Sciences at University of Florida
If you plan to study Plant Sciences, consider the program at University of Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Florida is in Gainesville, FL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 121 plant sciences graduations were recorded at University of Florida.
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Studying Online at University of Florida
Many students take online classes at University of Florida. Of 56,311 students, 8,372 (15%) studied exclusively online and 24,287 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Plant Sciences Rankings at University of Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Florida’s Plant Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 71 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 71 |
Earnings for Plant Sciences Graduates from University of Florida
Students who complete University of Florida’s Plant Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,410 |
| 2 years | $44,167 |
| 3 years | $32,288 |
| 4 years | $35,900 |
| 5 years | $46,390 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Plant Sciences graduates from University of Florida take home a median $35,900, compared with $73,816 for all University of Florida graduates — about 51% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Plant Sciences graduates from University of Florida stands at $12,281.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Plant Sciences graduates at University of Florida, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Plant Sciences graduates at University of Florida are 64% women (78) and 36% men (43).
Plant Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Florida
Of the 34 bachelor’s plant sciences graduates at University of Florida, 59% were women (20) and 41% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Plant Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida, above the national average of 22%.*
Plant Sciences Master’s Program at University of Florida
Among the 40 master’s plant sciences graduates at University of Florida, 68% were women (27) and 32% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Plant Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Florida, above the national average of 15%.*
Plant Sciences Doctoral Program at University of Florida
Of the 19 doctoral plant sciences graduates at University of Florida, 53% were women (10) and 47% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 32% of Plant Sciences doctoral degree recipients at University of Florida, higher than the national average of 10%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Plant Sciences Concentrations at University of Florida
The Plant Sciences program at University of Florida includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Plant Sciences | 46 |
| Agronomy & Crop Science | 27 |
| Horticultural Science | 44 |
| Other Plant Sciences | 4 |
Top-Paying Careers for Plant Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Plant Sciences program at University of Florida pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Plant Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Animal Scientists | $93,823 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Conservation Scientists | $81,436 |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,966 |
| Park Naturalists | $76,516 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Range Managers | $59,935 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $59,587 |
| Precision Agriculture Technicians | $56,932 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
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
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