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Physical Sciences Schools in Florida

In 2020-2021, 1,508 students earned their Physical Sciences degrees in FL.

A Physical Sciences major is the 20th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Physical Sciences Majors in Florida

Physical Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,037
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 238
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 238
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 238
Master’s Degree 221
Post-Master’s Certificate 10
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 10
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 2
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 2
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 2

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of physical sciences majors in Florida is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.6%
  • Black or African American: 5.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 21.5%
  • White: 46.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 15.6%
  • Other Races: 6.1%
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Jobs for Physical Sciences Grads in Florida

There are 85,050 people in the state and 1,844,320 people in the nation working in physical sciences jobs.

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Wages for Physical Sciences Jobs in Florida

In this state, physical sciences grads earn an average of $88,270. Nationwide, they make an average of $101,890.

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

#1

University of Florida

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

Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $5,135.

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

85% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.20 years to complete their degree at Florida State. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it.

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

The student loan default rate is 4.40% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years. The full-time teacher rate is 98%.

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

92% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate of 3.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,307 after earning their degree at this institution.

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

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 31 to 1. Graduates earn an average $43,759 after graduation. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,618.

#6

University of Miami

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

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 72% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. 81% of the teachers are full time.

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

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 92% are considered full time. In their early career, Florida Tech grads earn an average salary of $31,824. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

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

The student loan default rate is 4.40% which is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,006 after earning their degree at this institution.

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

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $42,012 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid.

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

The full-time teacher rate is 100%. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,440. Most students complete their degree in 4.18 years.

Physical Sciences Careers in FL

Some of the careers physical sciences majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Physicists 23% $124,070
Forensic Science Technicians 22% $51,650
Engineering Professors 22% $102,440
Geoscientists 22% $81,650
Hydrologists 20% $84,560
Architectural and Engineering Managers 20% $124,460
Natural Sciences Managers 19% $0
Environmental Science Professors 18% $78,200
Physics Postsecondary Professors 18% $93,420
Chemists 18% $62,400
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 17% $93,510
Atmospheric and Space Scientists 16% $95,390
Professors 16% $59,460
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 15% $49,500
Chemistry Professors 14% $86,330
High School Teachers 14% $52,120
Physical Scientists 11% $80,450

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 9,666
Engineering 9,040
Computer & Information Sciences 9,003
Engineering Technologies 1,539
Natural Resources & Conservation 1,320
Agriculture 1,234
Mathematics & Statistics 1,161
Communications Technology/Support 959

View all majors related to Physical Sciences

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