Compare 12 General Studies. programs in Florida. Average earnings: $40,563.
General Studies programs produce graduates earning between $25,774 and $51,653—a $26K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 12 ranked programs in Florida, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Miami's General Studies program leads with graduates earning $51,653, well above the state average of $40,563. University of Central Florida follows at $47,044, while Saint Leo University reaches $45,963—showing that diverse institutional types can deliver strong outcomes in this field.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Miami graduates borrow $17,500 and face just an 8.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. For families considering parent loans, UCF leads with a 20.5% total burden, proving the best choice depends on financing approach.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $51,653 | 32 | $17,500 | Good | $37,267 | High |
| #2 | $47,044 | 13 | $18,190 | Good | $16,036 | Challenging | |
| #3 | Saint Leo UniversityPrivate | $45,963 | 35 | $25,278 | Manageable | $14,773 | Challenging |
| #4 | $45,069 | 260 | $17,988 | Good | $15,541 | Challenging | |
| #5 | Nova Southeastern UniversityPrivate | $42,304 | 35 | $24,250 | Manageable | $21,738 | High |
| #6 | $41,299 | 368 | $16,500 | Manageable | $13,610 | Challenging | |
| #7 | $40,799 | 137 | $17,236 | Manageable | $15,000 | High | |
| #8 | Barry UniversityPrivate | $40,411 | 18 | $26,997 | Challenging | $14,569 | High |
| #9 | Florida State UniversityPublic | $37,699 | 107 | $18,000 | Manageable | $17,000 | High |
| #10 | New College Of FloridaPublic | $37,472 | 77 | $17,375 | Manageable | $17,666 | High |
| #11 | Bethune-Cookman UniversityPrivate | $31,273 | 50 | $31,000 | High | $29,770 | High |
| #12 | Flagler CollegePrivate | $25,774 | 8 | $24,250 | High | $29,390 | 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 →
