Statistics at Florida State University

Florida State's statistics program starts graduates at $47,347—well below both the national median ($59,718) and the Florida median ($53,134). Among the nine Florida schools offering this degree, FSU lands squarely in the middle at the 40th percentile, trailing both UF and UCF by over $11,000 in first-year earnings. That's a notable gap at a selective institution (25% admission rate, 1323 average SAT).

The stronger story emerges in years two through four, where earnings jump 37% to nearly $65,000. This growth trajectory suggests FSU statistics grads may start in analyst or junior data roles before moving into positions that better reflect their quantitative skills. The $22,500 debt load is reasonable—manageable on a first-year salary and increasingly comfortable as earnings rise.

The core question for parents: is the delayed earnings curve worth the FSU credential? If your student has offers from UF or UCF, those programs deliver $12,000-$18,000 more in year-one earnings with similar debt. But FSU's strong earnings growth means graduates catch up by year four. For families prioritizing the FSU campus experience and willing to absorb tighter finances in the first year post-graduation, this works. For those needing immediate earning power to justify the investment, look at the state's higher-performing options first.