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Public Policy in Florida

Public Policy Schools in Florida

Jobs for Public Policy Grads in Florida

54,560 people in the state and 974,190 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Public Policy.

Public Policy Jobs Nationwide vs. FL

Wages for Public Policy Jobs in Florida

In this state, Public Policy grads earn an average of $124,367. Nationwide, they make an average of $127,993.

Public Policy Wages Nationwide vs. FL

Our data covers 4 colleges in Florida offering Public Policy degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Jacksonville University

Jacksonville

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $65,551 a year. The school admits about 57% of applicants. 75% of full-time students return after their first year.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $41,960 after earning their degree at this institution. About 40% of those who apply are admitted. 92% of full-time students return after their first year.

Graduates earn a median salary of $41,482 in their first year after graduation. About 73% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 84%.

#4

University of Miami

Coral Gables

Graduates earn a median salary of $54,633 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 19% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.

Public Policy Careers in FL

Some of the careers Public Policy majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary 12% $66,472
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary 11% $46,663
Medical and Health Services Managers 9% $129,557
Legislators 9% $167,600
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other 6% $42,168
Political Scientists 5% $71,521
Social Science Research Assistants 5% $41,630
Transportation Planners 4% $50,855
Education Teachers, Postsecondary 2% $98,329

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Public Policy.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Social Work 58,176
Public Administration 13,993
Human Services 11,674
Community Organization & Advocacy 2,651
Other Public Administration 518

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