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Social Sciences Schools in Florida

In 2020-2021, 8,326 students earned their Social Sciences degrees in FL.

In terms of popularity, Social Sciences is the 9th most popular major in the state out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Social Sciences Majors in Florida

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 7,568
Master’s Degree 470
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 164
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 164
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 164
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 106
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 106
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 106
Post-Master’s Certificate 18
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 18

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 2.8%
  • Black or African American: 11.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 28.9%
  • White: 45.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.2%
  • Other Races: 6.5%
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Jobs for Social Sciences Grads in Florida

116,900 people in the state and 2,427,650 in the nation are employed in jobs related to social sciences.

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Wages for Social Sciences Jobs in Florida

In this state, social sciences grads earn an average of $78,510. Nationwide, they make an average of $85,750.

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

1,691 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
43,569 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $45,061 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1.

1,272 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
50,626 Total Students

In their early career, USF Tampa grads earn an average salary of $43,307. Most students complete their degree in 4.25 years. The 3.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#3

University of Florida

Gainesville
1,191 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
53,372 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 91% of students receive it. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%. It takes the average student 4.28 years to graduate.

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

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.40%. The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. 98% of the teachers are full time.

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

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,759 after earning their degree at this institution. 98% of the teachers are full time. 94% of students get financical aid.

#6

University of Miami

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

The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years. An average student at U Miami will pay a net price of $46,098.

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

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $10,735. In their early career, FAU grads earn an average salary of $43,006. The full-time teacher rate is 72%.

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

This private institution charges an average net price of $32,440. The student loan default rate is 3.40% which is lower than average. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 90% of students receive it. The average student takes 4.53 years to complete their degree at UNF. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

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

100% of the teachers are full time. The 5.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years.

Social Sciences Careers in FL

Some of the careers social sciences majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Statisticians 52% $80,610
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 36% $55,960
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists 31% $59,150
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 22% $84,660
Sociologists 22% $78,840
Urban and Regional Planners 22% $69,850
Geography Professors 20% $94,370
Survey Researchers 18% $0
Managers 17% $90,740
Political Science Professors 17% $86,180
Economics Professors 17% $100,530
Sociology Professors 17% $88,540
Social Sciences Professors 16% $63,600
High School Teachers 14% $52,120
Economists 13% $90,490
Social Scientists 12% $73,820
Anthropologists and Archeologists 11% $48,310
Social Science Research Assistants 4% $47,010
Geographers 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Psychology 10,298
Education 10,069
Communication & Journalism 6,024
History 887
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 833
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 263
Library Science 98

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