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Communication Sciences Schools in Florida

1,159 students earned Communication Sciences degrees in Florida in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Communication Sciences is the 9th most popular major in the state out of a total 28 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Communication Sciences Majors in Florida

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 573
Master’s Degree 511
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 57
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 57
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 57
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 18
Post-Master’s Certificate 18

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 2.8%
  • Black or African American: 6.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 28.1%
  • White: 57.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 4.7%
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Jobs for Communication Sciences Grads in Florida

There are 17,450 people in the state and 359,680 people in the nation working in communication sciences jobs.

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Wages for Communication Sciences Jobs in Florida

In this state, communication sciences grads earn an average of $76,820. Nationwide, they make an average of $82,210.

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

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

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,759 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 98%. Most students complete their degree in 4.48 years.

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

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,346. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.30%. It takes the average student 4.25 years to graduate.

#3

Nova Southeastern University

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

In their early career, NUS Florida grads earn an average salary of $43,703. This private school has an average net price of $25,833. The student loan default rate of 1.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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

The average student takes 4.20 years to complete their degree at Florida State. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,946. 21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#5

University of Florida

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

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,135. 91% of students get financical aid. 88% of the teachers are full time.

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

A typical student attending FIU will pay a net price of $5,298. The 4.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $44,401 after earning their degree at this institution.

#7

Jacksonville University

Jacksonville
39 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
4,053 Total Students

11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $25,367. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
100% Graduation Rate
802 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $25,210. The student loan default rate is 5.70% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $33,006 after graduation.

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

It takes the average student 4.56 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1. Graduates earn an average $43,006 after graduation.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,407 Total Students

90% of students get financical aid. 7% of the teachers are full time. The 1.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Communication Sciences Careers in FL

Some of the careers communication sciences majors go into include:

Job Title FL Job Growth FL Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 33% $61,080
Audiologists 25% $65,520
Speech-Language Pathologists 22% $76,820

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

Major Annual Graduates in FL
Nursing 21,209
Health/Medical Admin Services 8,048
Health Sciences & Services 4,327
Allied Health Professions 3,670
Public Health 2,030
Allied Health Services 1,996
Mental & Social Health Services 1,223
Medicine 1,218

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