Psychology at University of Florida
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, consider the program at University of Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Florida is in Gainesville, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Florida
Many students take online classes 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.
Psychology Rankings at University of Florida
Rankings can help you compare University of Florida’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #2 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #22 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #25 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #2 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #22 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #25 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of Florida
Those who finish University of Florida’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,264 |
| 2 years | $49,934 |
| 3 years | $59,848 |
| 4 years | $61,902 |
| 5 years | $61,522 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from University of Florida report median earnings of $61,902, compared with $73,816 for all University of Florida graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from University of Florida stands at $16,897.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at University of Florida pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Psychology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| School Psychologists | $108,275 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
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.