Compare 13 Economics. programs in Florida. Average earnings: $54,837.
With top graduates earning $72,775, Economics stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $18K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
The University of Florida's Economics program leads with graduates earning $72,775, well above the state average of $54,837. Rollins College follows at $69,175 despite being a smaller private institution, while Florida International University delivers $65,515—demonstrating how program quality varies independently of school type.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Florida graduates borrow $15,000 and face just a 4.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making strong outcomes truly affordable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of FloridaPublic | $72,775 | 319 | $15,000 | Excellent | $18,837 | Good |
| #2 | Rollins CollegePrivate | $69,175 | 27 | $25,500 | Excellent | $40,054 | Challenging |
| #3 | $65,515 | 124 | $16,500 | Excellent | $13,610 | Good | |
| #4 | Florida State UniversityPublic | $61,738 | 279 | $18,000 | Excellent | $17,000 | Manageable |
| #5 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $61,502 | 129 | $17,500 | Excellent | $37,267 | Challenging |
| #6 | $56,091 | 40 | $17,236 | Excellent | $15,000 | Manageable | |
| #7 | $54,558 | 182 | $17,988 | Excellent | $15,541 | Manageable | |
| #8 | Flagler CollegePrivate | $52,107 | 11 | $24,250 | Good | $29,390 | High |
| #9 | $51,793 | 18 | $15,531 | Excellent | $13,835 | Manageable | |
| #10 | Ave Maria UniversityPrivate | $48,041 | 10 | $20,776 | Good | $37,017 | High |
| #11 | The University Of TampaPrivate | $41,565 | 33 | $24,211 | Manageable | $53,549 | High |
| #12 | $39,009 | 69 | $18,190 | Manageable | $16,036 | High | |
| #13 | $39,009 | 24 | $17,622 | Manageable | $18,946 | 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 →
