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Health Professions Schools in Florida

70,653 students earned Health Professions degrees in Florida in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Health Professions is the 2nd most popular major in the state out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

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Education Levels of Health Professions Majors in Florida

Health Professions majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 20,721
Bachelor’s Degree 16,939
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 12,021
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 12,021
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 9,582
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 9,582
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 9,582
Master’s Degree 7,106
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3,725
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3,725
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3,725
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 559
Post-Master’s Certificate 559
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Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of health professions majors in Florida is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.9%
  • Black or African American: 21.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 25.6%
  • White: 37.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.2%
  • Other Races: 10.1%
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Jobs for Health Professions Grads in Florida

There are 1,197,030 people in the state and 22,470,500 people in the nation working in health professions jobs.

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Wages for Health Professions Jobs in Florida

Health Professions grads earn an average of $56,650 in the state and $62,500 nationwide.

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

#1

Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater

Clearwater
5,503 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,124 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $18,214. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $23,000 a year.

#2

Keiser University - Ft Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale
3,433 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
20,330 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $32,792 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 9.10% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 68%.

#3

University of South Florida - Main Campus

Tampa
3,133 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
50,626 Total Students

72% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $8,346.

#4

University of Central Florida

Orlando
2,918 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
71,881 Total Students

31 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, UCF grads earn an average salary of $43,759. The student loan default rate is 3.70% which is lower than average.

#5

Nova Southeastern University

Fort Lauderdale
2,514 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
20,888 Total Students

39% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,703 after earning their degree at this institution.

#6

University of Florida

Gainesville
2,158 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
53,372 Total Students

In their early career, UF grads earn an average salary of $51,324. Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

#7

Rasmussen University - Florida

Ocala
1,858 Degrees in Major Awarded
29% Graduation Rate
9,055 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 88% get financial aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,226 a year. It takes the average student 4.14 years to graduate.

#8

Florida International University

Miami
1,513 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
58,836 Total Students

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. Graduates earn an average $44,401 after graduation.

#9

Miami Dade College

Miami
1,283 Degrees in Major Awarded
46,523 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. 22% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, MDC grads earn an average salary of $30,405.

#10

Florida State University

Tallahassee
1,166 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
43,569 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $45,061 after earning their degree at this institution. 96% of students get financical aid.

Health Professions Careers in FL

Some of the careers health professions majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Physician Assistants 50% $104,420
Home Health Aides 48% $23,110
Nurse Practitioners 45% $97,270
Personal Care Aides 40% $22,210
Software Applications Developers 40% $92,620
Medical Assistants 38% $32,170
Genetic Counselors 36% $38,450
Physical Therapist Assistants 36% $61,470
Health Specialties Professors 33% $61,080
Marriage and Family Therapists 33% $42,340
Occupational Therapy Assistants 32% $61,870
Massage Therapists 32% $38,030
Physical Therapists 32% $87,840
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians 32% $32,230
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers 31% $65,560
Physical Therapist Aides 31% $26,780
Veterinarians 30% $92,410
Athletic Trainers 30% $44,610
Nursing Instructors and Professors 30% $0
Phlebotomists 29% $31,670
Respiratory Therapists 29% $57,660
Therapists 29% $46,540
Substance Abuse Counselors 29% $0
Occupational Therapy Aides 29% $23,140
Mental Health Counselors 29% $0
Occupational Therapists 28% $84,870
Community Health Workers 28% $35,820
Medical Scientists 28% $77,420
Nurse Anesthetists 27% $154,360
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians 27% $36,030
Medical Secretaries 27% $32,540
Occupational Health and Safety Technicians 27% $40,160
Orthodontists 27% $180,720
Orthotists and Prosthetists 27% $48,620
Nurse Midwives 26% $93,880
Healthcare Social Workers 26% $49,280
Medical and Health Services Managers 26% $95,740
Epidemiologists 25% $34,280
Audiologists 25% $65,520
Hearing Aid Specialists 25% $51,590
Substance Abuse Social Workers 24% $38,240
Radiation Therapists 24% $81,080
Dentists 24% $145,940
Optometrists 24% $104,280
Marketing Managers 23% $103,710
Physicists 23% $124,070
Dental Hygienists 23% $66,470
Dental Assistants 23% $38,790
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Workers 23% $46,920
Pharmacy Technicians 22% $31,390
Counselors 22% $35,660
Speech-Language Pathologists 22% $76,820
Health Technologists and Technicians 22% $37,650
Computer User Support Specialists 22% $44,920
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians 22% $0
Exercise Physiologists 22% $50,270
Family and General Practitioners 22% $208,000
Psychology Professors 22% $74,050
Registered Nurses 21% $64,400
Health Diagnosing and Treating Practitioners 21% $64,790
Dispensing Opticians 21% $38,420
Medical Records and Health Information Technicians 21% $37,470
Life Scientists 20% $86,210
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 20% $69,650
Physicians and Surgeons 20% $197,710
Administrative Services Managers 20% $84,120
Psychiatric Technicians 20% $28,590
Chiropractors 20% $80,560
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists 19% $65,510
Surgical Technologists 19% $43,930
Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians 19% $29,980
Medical Appliance Technicians 19% $39,470
Medical Equipment Preparers 19% $31,080
Computer Workers 19% $76,500
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 19% $44,210
Natural Sciences Managers 19% $0
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics 19% $33,620
Nuclear Medicine Technologists 19% $72,120
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors 19% $38,190
Sales Managers 18% $107,620
Ambulance Drivers and Attendants 18% $25,260
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists 18% $0
Fine Artists 18% $38,940
Nursing Assistants 17% $26,020
Managers 17% $90,740
Social Work Professors 17% $65,950
Rehabilitation Counselors 17% $35,550
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians 17% $47,820
Dental Laboratory Technicians 16% $37,160
Dentists 16% $0
Healthcare Support Workers 16% $37,710
Dietitians and Nutritionists 15% $59,880
Podiatrists 15% $125,640
Engineers 15% $77,020
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 15% $49,500
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists 14% $65,960
Pharmacists 14% $122,540
Clergy 14% $46,410
Dietetic Technicians 13% $26,900
Computer and Information Research Scientists 13% $95,990
Medical Transcriptionists 12% $34,300
Office and Administrative Support Worker Supervisors 12% $51,710
Recreational Therapists 10% $46,720
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators 7% $61,970
Psychiatric Aides 5% $24,730
Computer Programmers 2% $72,860
Respiratory Therapy Technicians -55% $51,600

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