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Geological & Earth Sciences in Florida

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Geological & Earth Sciences Schools in Florida

In 2020-2021, 113 students earned their Geology degrees in FL.

In terms of popularity, Geological & Earth Sciences is the 80th most popular major in the state out of a total 223 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Geological & Earth Sciences Majors in Florida

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 62
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 51
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 51
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 51

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 5.3%
  • Black or African American: 1.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.1%
  • White: 55.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 24.8%
  • Other Races: 5.3%
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Jobs for Geological & Earth Sciences Grads in Florida

In this state, there are 2,140 people employed in jobs related to a geology degree, compared to 128,200 nationwide.

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Wages for Geological & Earth Sciences Jobs in Florida

A typical salary for a geology grad in the state is $81,170, compared to a typical salary of $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Florida that offer geology degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

#1

University of Miami

Coral Gables
28 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. In their early career, U Miami grads earn an average salary of $54,383.

27 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. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time.

21 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. Graduates earn an average $43,307 after graduation.

13 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. A typical student attending FIU will pay a net price of $5,298.

13 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. This public school has an average net price of $10,735.

#6

University of Florida

Gainesville
7 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. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
6,775 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.20%. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 92%.

Geological & Earth Sciences Careers in FL

Some of the careers geology majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Geoscientists 22% $81,650
Hydrologists 20% $84,560
Natural Sciences Managers 19% $0
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 17% $93,510
Chemistry Professors 14% $86,330

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to geology.

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Chemistry 190
Physics 125
Atmospheric Sciences 24
Astronomy & Astrophysics 12
Materials Sciences 5

View all majors related to Geological & Earth Sciences

View Nationwide Geological & Earth Sciences Report

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