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Health Professions Schools in Florida

11,390 students earned Health Professions degrees in Florida in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Health Professions is the 1st most popular major in the state out of a total 34 majors commonly available.

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Education Levels of Health Professions Majors in Florida

Health Professions majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 7,106
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3,725
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3,725
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3,725
Post-Master’s Certificate 559
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 559
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Gender Distribution

In Florida, a health professions major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of health professions majors in Florida is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.5%
  • Black or African American: 13.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 26.6%
  • White: 41.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.4%
  • Other Races: 6.9%
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Jobs for Health Professions Grads in Florida

1,197,030 people in the state and 22,470,500 in the nation are employed in jobs related to health professions.

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Wages for Health Professions Jobs in Florida

In this state, health professions grads earn an average of $56,650. Nationwide, they make an average of $62,500.

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There are 10 colleges in Florida that offer health professions degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Nova Southeastern University

Fort Lauderdale
1,983 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
20,888 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, NUS Florida grads earn an average salary of $43,703. The student loan default rate of 1.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#2

University of Florida

Gainesville
1,415 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
53,372 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.28 years to graduate. The 1.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,324 a year.

#3

University of South Florida - Main Campus

Tampa
1,165 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
50,626 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.25 years. 22 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 92% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#4

Florida International University

Miami
853 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
58,836 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $44,401 after earning their degree at this institution. 98% of the teachers are full time.

#5

Florida State University

Tallahassee
659 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
43,569 Total Students

The 2.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, Florida State grads earn an average salary of $45,061. It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate.

#6

University of Central Florida

Orlando
587 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
71,881 Total Students

The average student takes 4.48 years to complete their degree at UCF. The student to faculty ratio is 31 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 94% of students receive it.

#7

University of Miami

Coral Gables
582 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
17,809 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 72% get financial aid.

#8

Florida Atlantic University

Boca Raton
512 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
30,805 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 87% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years. The 4.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#9

Miami Regional University

Miami Springs
505 Degrees in Major Awarded
818 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $25,820 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 70%. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

#10

University of North Florida

Jacksonville
331 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
16,926 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 90% of students get financical aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,012 a year.

Health Professions Careers in FL

Some of the careers health professions majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Physician Assistants 50% $104,420
Nurse Practitioners 45% $97,270
Software Applications Developers 40% $92,620
Genetic Counselors 36% $38,450
Health Specialties Professors 33% $61,080
Marriage and Family Therapists 33% $42,340
Physical Therapists 32% $87,840
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 32% $32,230
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 31% $65,560
Veterinarians 30% $92,410
Athletic Trainers 30% $44,610
Nursing Instructors and Professors 30% $0
Respiratory Therapists 29% $57,660
Therapists 29% $46,540
Substance Abuse Counselors 29% $0
Mental Health Counselors 29% $0
Occupational Therapists 28% $84,870
Community Health Workers 28% $35,820
Medical Scientists 28% $77,420
Nurse Anesthetists 27% $154,360
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians 27% $36,030
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians 27% $40,160
Orthodontists 27% $180,720
Orthotists and Prosthetists 27% $48,620
Nurse Midwives 26% $93,880
Medical and Health Services Managers 26% $95,740
Healthcare Social Workers 26% $49,280
Audiologists 25% $65,520
Epidemiologists 25% $34,280
Hearing Aid Specialists 25% $51,590
Substance Abuse Social Workers 24% $38,240
Radiation Therapists 24% $81,080
Dentists 24% $145,940
Optometrists 24% $104,280
Marketing Managers 23% $103,710
Physicists 23% $124,070
Dental Hygienists 23% $66,470
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers 23% $46,920
Pharmacy Technicians 22% $31,390
Speech-Language Pathologists 22% $76,820
Counselors 22% $35,660
Health Technologists and Technicians 22% $37,650
Computer User Support Specialists 22% $44,920
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 22% $0
Exercise Physiologists 22% $50,270
Psychology Professors 22% $74,050
Family and General Practitioners 22% $208,000
Registered Nurses 21% $64,400
Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners 21% $64,790
Dispensing Opticians 21% $38,420
Medical Records and Health Information Technicians 21% $37,470
Life Scientists 20% $86,210
Physicians and Surgeons 20% $197,710
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 20% $69,650
Administrative Services Managers 20% $84,120
Psychiatric Technicians 20% $28,590
Chiropractors 20% $80,560
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists 19% $65,510
Computer Workers 19% $76,500
Surgical Technologists 19% $43,930
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 19% $44,210
Natural Sciences Managers 19% $0
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 19% $33,620
Nuclear Medicine Technologists 19% $72,120
Sales Managers 18% $107,620
Fine Artists 18% $38,940
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 18% $0
Managers 17% $90,740
Social Work Professors 17% $65,950
Rehabilitation Counselors 17% $35,550
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians 17% $47,820
Dentists 16% $0
Dietitians and Nutritionists 15% $59,880
Podiatrists 15% $125,640
Engineers 15% $77,020
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 15% $49,500
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 14% $65,960
Pharmacists 14% $122,540
Clergy 14% $46,410
Dietetic Technicians 13% $26,900
Computer and Information Research Scientists 13% $95,990
Recreational Therapists 10% $46,720
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators 7% $61,970
Computer Programmers 2% $72,860
Respiratory Therapy Technicians -55% $51,600

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