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Atmospheric Sciences in Florida

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Atmospheric Sciences Schools in Florida

67 Meteorology students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, Atmospheric Sciences is the 173rd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Atmospheric Sciences Majors in Florida

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 43
Master’s Degree 19
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 3.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.0%
  • White: 71.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.4%
  • Other Races: 6.0%
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Jobs for Atmospheric Sciences Grads in Florida

In this state, there are 770 people employed in jobs related to a meteorology degree, compared to 80,590 nationwide.

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Wages for Atmospheric Sciences Jobs in Florida

Meteorology grads earn an average of $95,110 in the state and $101,890 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in Florida that offer meteorology degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

32 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. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $9,946. 96% of students get financical aid.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
8,797 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $35,442. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $62,242 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 93%.

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

96% of students get financical aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $31,009. The full-time teacher rate is 92%.

#4

University of Miami

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $54,383 after earning their degree at this institution. 72% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time.

Atmospheric Sciences Careers in FL

Some of the careers meteorology majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 19% $0
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 17% $93,510
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 16% $95,390

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Chemistry 780
Physics 358
Geological & Earth Sciences 221
Astronomy & Astrophysics 74
Materials Sciences 5
Other Physical Science 1

View all majors related to Atmospheric Sciences

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