Compare 16 Sociology. programs in Florida. Average earnings: $40,133.
The highest-earning Sociology program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $45K earnings gap across 16 programs in Florida, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of Miami's Sociology program leads with graduates earning $67,034—significantly above the state average of $40,133. University of Florida follows at $46,050, demonstrating that both private and public institutions can deliver strong outcomes when program quality is prioritized over general reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Miami graduates borrow $17,500 and face just a 5.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making the higher earnings sustainable.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $67,034 | 35 | $17,500 | Excellent | $37,267 | Challenging |
| #2 | University Of FloridaPublic | $46,050 | 161 | $15,000 | Good | $18,837 | Challenging |
| #3 | Saint Leo UniversityPrivate | $45,627 | 53 | $25,278 | Manageable | $14,773 | High |
| #4 | $44,436 | 108 | $18,190 | Good | $16,036 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $44,291 | 139 | $17,236 | Good | $15,000 | Challenging | |
| #6 | $44,240 | 14 | $17,622 | Good | $18,946 | Challenging | |
| #7 | Florida State UniversityPublic | $43,329 | 161 | $18,000 | Good | $17,000 | Challenging |
| #8 | $42,276 | 42 | $17,988 | Manageable | $15,541 | Challenging | |
| #9 | Jacksonville UniversityPrivate | $40,439 | 14 | $22,000 | Manageable | $26,267 | High |
| #10 | $38,745 | 118 | $16,500 | Manageable | $13,610 | High | |
| #11 | $38,499 | 33 | $15,531 | Manageable | $13,835 | High | |
| #12 | The University Of TampaPrivate | $33,872 | 24 | $24,211 | High | $53,549 | High |
| #13 | $31,111 | 31 | $23,548 | High | $16,223 | High | |
| #14 | Bethune-Cookman UniversityPrivate | $30,159 | 13 | $31,000 | High | $29,770 | High |
| #15 | Stetson UniversityPrivate | $29,685 | 13 | $23,250 | High | $48,703 | High |
| #16 | Flagler CollegePrivate | $22,329 | 12 | $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 →
