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Social Work Schools in Florida

730 students earned Social Work degrees in Florida in the 2020-2021 year.

As a degree choice, Social Work is the 15th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Social Work Majors in Florida

Social Work majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 686
Post-Master’s Certificate 35
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 35
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 9

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of social work majors in Florida is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.5%
  • Black or African American: 29.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 22.2%
  • White: 40.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 5.9%
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Jobs for Social Work Grads in Florida

There are 38,190 people in the state and 987,750 people in the nation working in social work jobs.

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Wages for Social Work Jobs in Florida

In this state, social work grads earn an average of $50,680. Nationwide, they make an average of $58,470.

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

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

It takes the average student 4.48 years to graduate. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 98% are considered full time.

112 Degrees in Major Awarded
36% Graduation Rate
7,515 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $20,539. The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at Barry University. The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average.

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

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $8,346. The average student takes 4.25 years to complete their degree at USF Tampa. The student loan default rate of 3.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#4

Saint Leo University

Saint Leo
92 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
9,832 Total Students

The 7.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. An average student at St. Leo University will pay a net price of $18,445.

#5

Nova Southeastern University

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

39% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,703 a year. It takes the average student 4.19 years to graduate.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
9,546 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 8.20% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
9,184 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $13,126. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.60%.

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

The full-time teacher rate is 69%. In their early career, FGCU grads earn an average salary of $41,109. The student loan default rate of 4.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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

87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate is 4.40% which is lower than average. 72% of the teachers are full time.

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

It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate is 4.40% which is lower than average.

Social Work Careers in FL

Some of the careers social work majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Marriage and Family Therapists 33% $42,340
Healthcare Social Workers 26% $49,280
Substance Abuse Social Workers 24% $38,240
Social and Community Service Managers 23% $63,490
Child, Family, and School Social Workers 23% $40,000
Counselors 22% $35,660
Social Work Professors 17% $65,950
Social Workers 11% $69,310
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists 4% $32,880

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Public Administration 638
Human Services 100
Other Public Administration 29
Community Organization & Advocacy 16
Public Policy 13

View all majors related to Social Work

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