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Chemistry Schools in Florida

In 2020-2021, 780 students earned their Chemistry degrees in FL.

As a degree choice, Chemistry is the 62nd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Florida

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 590
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 105
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 105
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 105
Master’s Degree 85

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 7.6%
  • Black or African American: 8.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 24.9%
  • White: 40.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.2%
  • Other Races: 5.0%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Florida

There are 57,950 people in the state and 1,333,980 people in the nation working in chemistry jobs.

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Wages for Chemistry Jobs in Florida

Chemistry grads earn an average of $67,800 in the state and $83,850 nationwide.

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

#1

University of Florida

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

Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $5,135. Graduates earn an average $51,324 after graduation.

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

In their early career, FIU grads earn an average salary of $44,401. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 21 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.20 years.

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

92% of students get financical aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $8,346. The student loan default rate of 3.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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

Graduates earn an average $43,759 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.48 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,618.

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

72% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.56 years to complete their degree at FAU. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,006 after earning their degree at this institution.

#7

University of Miami

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

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 81%. This private institution charges an average net price of $46,098.

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

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 96% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Graduates earn an average $42,012 after graduation.

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

It takes the average student 4.18 years to graduate. In their early career, UT grads earn an average salary of $43,360. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

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

93% of students get financical aid. The average student takes 4.56 years to complete their degree at UWF. The student loan default rate of 5.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Chemistry Careers in FL

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 22% $51,650
Natural Sciences Managers 19% $0
Environmental Science Professors 18% $78,200
Physics Postsecondary Professors 18% $93,420
Chemists 18% $62,400
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 15% $49,500
Chemistry Professors 14% $86,330
High School Teachers 14% $52,120

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Physics 358
Geological & Earth Sciences 221
Astronomy & Astrophysics 74
Atmospheric Sciences 67
Materials Sciences 5
Other Physical Science 1

View all majors related to Chemistry

View Nationwide Chemistry Report

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