Compare 9 Chemistry. programs in Florida. Average earnings: $41,853.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Chemistry tells a different story. Across 9 programs, earnings range from $13,702 to $60,274—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Florida International University's Chemistry program leads with graduates earning $60,274, well above the $41,853 average. Florida State follows at $53,528, while University of Florida places third at $47,613—demonstrating that program outcomes vary significantly even among Florida's top schools.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Florida International University graduates borrow $16,500 and face just a 6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $60,274
Strong outcomes with 59% acceptance
6.0% payment burden | Excellent
11.7% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $60,274 | 107 | $16,500 | Excellent | $13,610 | Good | |
| #2 | Florida State UniversityPublic | $53,528 | 38 | $18,000 | Excellent | $17,000 | Manageable |
| #3 | University Of FloridaPublic | $47,613 | 138 | $15,000 | Good | $18,837 | Challenging |
| #4 | $47,260 | 23 | $15,531 | Good | $13,835 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $43,755 | 84 | $17,988 | Good | $15,541 | Challenging | |
| #6 | $43,634 | 40 | $18,190 | Good | $16,036 | Challenging | |
| #7 | $38,316 | 28 | $17,236 | Manageable | $15,000 | High | |
| #8 | $28,598 | 15 | $16,624 | High | $12,269 | High | |
| #9 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $13,702 | 20 | $17,500 | High | $37,267 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
