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Psychology Schools in Florida

2,049 Psychology students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

A Psychology major is the 6th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Florida

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,667
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 336
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 336
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 336
Post-Master’s Certificate 46
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 46

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.0%
  • Black or African American: 11.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 27.5%
  • White: 44.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.0%
  • Other Races: 8.6%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Florida

29,500 people in the state and 625,220 in the nation are employed in jobs related to psychology.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Florida

In this state, psychology grads earn an average of $77,810. Nationwide, they make an average of $95,610.

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

#1

Nova Southeastern University

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

39% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. It takes the average student 4.19 years to graduate.

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

92% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.29 years to graduate. The student loan default rate is 5.20% which is lower than average.

153 Degrees in Major Awarded
100% Graduation Rate
802 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $25,210. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

128 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. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,307 a year.

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

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $5,298. Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate.

#6

University of Florida

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

In their early career, UF grads earn an average salary of $51,324. Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. The student loan default rate of 1.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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

The student loan default rate of 2.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $45,061 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $9,946.

80 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
20,330 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $32,792 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 9.10% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 92% of students receive it.

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

31 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, UCF grads earn an average salary of $43,759. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 98% are considered full time.

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
18% Graduation Rate
13,904 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 28%. The average student takes 4.65 years to complete their degree at Embry-Riddle Worldwide. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Psychology Careers in FL

Some of the careers psychology majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Psychology Professors 22% $74,050
Psychologists 21% $93,280
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 20% $69,650
Managers 17% $90,740

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Education 5,192
Communication & Journalism 672
Social Sciences 594
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 119
Library Science 98
History 90
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 56

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