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History Schools in Florida

In 2020-2021, 90 students earned their History degrees in FL.

In this state, History is the 95th most popular major out of a total 223 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of History Majors in Florida

History majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 71
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 18
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 18
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 18
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of history majors in Florida is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.1%
  • Black or African American: 6.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.3%
  • White: 67.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.9%
  • Other Races: 2.2%
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Jobs for History Grads in Florida

72,860 people in the state and 1,569,710 in the nation are employed in jobs related to history.

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Wages for History Jobs in Florida

A typical salary for a history grad in the state is $54,120, compared to a typical salary of $64,340 nationwide.

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

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
50,626 Total Students

72% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. The 3.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

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

Graduates earn an average $45,061 after graduation. This public school has an average net price of $9,946. Most students complete their degree in 4.20 years.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
13,061 Total Students

A typical student attending UWF will pay a net price of $7,089. In their early career, UWF grads earn an average salary of $35,816. The 5.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

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

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 98% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,401 a year. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate.

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,759 after earning their degree at this institution. The 3.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. 31 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $8,865. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,012 after earning their degree at this institution.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
30,805 Total Students

87% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. 72% of the teachers are full time.

#8

University of Florida

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

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 91% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 88%. Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
15,358 Total Students

The 4.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. The average student takes 4.66 years to complete their degree at FGCU.

#10

University of Miami

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

An average student at U Miami will pay a net price of $46,098. The full-time teacher rate is 81%. 72% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

History Careers in FL

Some of the careers history majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Curators 21% $40,590
Museum Technicians and Conservators 20% $39,720
History Professors 17% $75,380
Managers 17% $90,740
Archivists 17% $41,050
Historians 14% $47,900
High School Teachers 14% $52,120

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