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Social Sciences Schools in Florida

594 students earned Social Sciences degrees in Florida in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Social Sciences is the 13th most popular major in the state out of a total 34 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Social Sciences Majors in Florida

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 470
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 106
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 106
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 106
Post-Master’s Certificate 18
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 18

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.2%
  • Black or African American: 13.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 18.9%
  • White: 45.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 12.6%
  • Other Races: 7.1%
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Jobs for Social Sciences Grads in Florida

116,900 people in the state and 2,427,650 in the nation are employed in jobs related to social sciences.

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Wages for Social Sciences Jobs in Florida

In this state, social sciences grads earn an average of $78,510. Nationwide, they make an average of $85,750.

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

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

It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $45,061 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time.

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

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,307 a year. The student loan default rate is 3.30% which is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $8,346.

#3

University of Florida

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

The student loan default rate of 1.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public school has an average net price of $5,135. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

#4

University of Miami

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

72% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $46,098.

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

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 100% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, Florida A&M University grads earn an average salary of $33,022.

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

22 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,006 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years.

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

The student loan default rate of 4.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Graduates earn an average $44,401 after graduation. The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1.

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

Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. 98% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.48 years to complete their degree at UCF.

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

100% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
9,605 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. 98% of students get financical aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.40%.

Social Sciences Careers in FL

Some of the careers social sciences majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Statisticians 52% $80,610
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 36% $55,960
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists 31% $59,150
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 22% $84,660
Sociologists 22% $78,840
Urban and Regional Planners 22% $69,850
Geography Professors 20% $94,370
Survey Researchers 18% $0
Managers 17% $90,740
Political Science Professors 17% $86,180
Economics Professors 17% $100,530
Sociology Professors 17% $88,540
Social Sciences Professors 16% $63,600
High School Teachers 14% $52,120
Economists 13% $90,490
Social Scientists 12% $73,820
Anthropologists and Archeologists 11% $48,310
Social Science Research Assistants 4% $47,010
Geographers 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Education 5,192
Psychology 2,049
Communication & Journalism 672
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 119
Library Science 98
History 90
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 56

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