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Biochemistry & Biophysics in Florida

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Biochemistry & Biophysics Schools in Florida

293 students earned Biochemistry degrees in Florida in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Biochemistry & Biophysics is the 112th most popular major in the state out of a total 283 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Biochemistry & Biophysics Majors in Florida

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 232
Master’s Degree 51
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 10
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 10

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 10.6%
  • Black or African American: 8.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 25.3%
  • White: 39.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.9%
  • Other Races: 6.8%
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Jobs for Biochemistry & Biophysics Grads in Florida

There are 7,420 people in the state and 323,520 people in the nation working in biochemistry jobs.

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Wages for Biochemistry & Biophysics Jobs in Florida

Biochemistry grads earn an average of $82,830 in the state and $96,420 nationwide.

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

#1

University of Miami

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

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time.

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

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $9,946. It takes the average student 4.20 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time.

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

The average student takes 4.58 years to complete their degree at FIU. 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.

#4

Nova Southeastern University

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,703 after earning their degree at this institution. An average student at NUS Florida will pay a net price of $25,833. The full-time teacher rate is 39%.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
4,462 Total Students

An average student at Stetson will pay a net price of $23,218. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate is 3.30% which is lower than average.

#6

Rollins College

Winter Park
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
3,104 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,079 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.10%. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.

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

Graduates earn an average $41,109 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 78% get financial aid.

#7

Ave Maria University

Ave Maria
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
1,108 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $37,523 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $18,264.

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

The average student takes 4.29 years to complete their degree at Florida Tech. The full-time teacher rate is 92%. Graduates earn an average $31,824 after graduation.

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

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 100% of the teachers are full time. An average student at UT will pay a net price of $32,440.

Biochemistry & Biophysics Careers in FL

Some of the careers biochemistry majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Biochemists and Biophysicists 32% $72,250
Medical Scientists 28% $77,420
Biological Science Professors 21% $82,030
Natural Sciences Managers 19% $0
Microbiologists 19% $62,800
Biological Scientists 13% $75,010

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
General Biology 6,451
Physiology & Pathology Sciences 813
Other Biological Sciences 654
Ecology & Systematics Biology 512
Microbiology Science & Immunology 450
Neurobiology & Neurosciences 172
Zoology 118
Biotechnology 74

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