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Area Studies Schools in Florida

In 2020-2021, 112 students earned their Area Studies degrees in FL.

In terms of popularity, Area Studies is the 155th most popular major in the state out of a total 283 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Area Studies Majors in Florida

Area Studies majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 73
Master’s Degree 31
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 6
Post-Master’s Certificate 6
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 2
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of area studies majors in Florida is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.9%
  • Black or African American: 6.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 45.5%
  • White: 33.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.8%
  • Other Races: 3.6%
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Jobs for Area Studies Grads in Florida

There are 270 people in the state and 9,850 people in the nation working in area studies jobs.

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Wages for Area Studies Jobs in Florida

Area Studies grads earn an average of $77,360 in the state and $85,450 nationwide.

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

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

This public school has an average net price of $5,298. The average student takes 4.58 years to complete their degree at FIU. In their early career, FIU grads earn an average salary of $44,401.

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

A typical student attending Florida State will pay a net price of $9,946. The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $45,061 a year.

#2

University of Florida

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

Graduates earn an average $51,324 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 1.70% which is lower than average.

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

The average student takes 4.48 years to complete their degree at UCF. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,618. The student to faculty ratio is 31 to 1.

#4

Rollins College

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

100% of the teachers are full time. 95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $40,079 a year.

#6

Eckerd College

Saint Petersburg
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
1,822 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $36,531. Graduates earn an average $36,733 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

#7

University of Miami

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

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $54,383 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 72% of students receive it.

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

92% of students get financical aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,307 after earning their degree at this institution. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $8,346.

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

Graduates earn an average $37,618 after graduation. The student loan default rate of 3.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
16,926 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid. The average student takes 4.53 years to complete their degree at UNF. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

Area Studies Careers in FL

Some of the careers area studies majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 18% $73,860

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Ethnic Studies 153

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