Cheapest Ethnic Colleges in Florida

Florida's public universities create dramatic cost advantages for Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies majors, with net prices ranging from just $6,351 at University of Florida to $36,803 at University of Miami. The state's tourism and healthcare sectors increasingly value cultural competency specialists who understand varied populations. Florida International University graduates earn $35,060 annually, the highest among the seven programs, while maintaining reasonable debt levels. The Bright Futures scholarship program further reduces costs for qualifying students at state institutions.

Programs

$6,351 – $36,803

Net Price Range

$27,504

Avg. Program Earnings

75.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Florida Gainesville, Florida	$6,351	$6,381	91.5%	23.4%
2	Florida International University Miami, Florida	$9,133	$6,565	73.9%	63.9%
3	University of South Florida Tampa, Florida	$10,043	$6,410	74.6%	43.9%
4	Florida State University Tallahassee, Florida	$10,997	$5,656	83.0%	25.0%
5	Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee, Florida	$15,847	$5,785	51.9%	32.9%
6	Eckerd College Saint Petersburg, Florida	$33,011	$50,374	67.6%	65.1%
7	University of Miami Coral Gables, Florida	$36,803	$59,926	84.2%	18.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Florida the most affordable option for this major?

University of Florida offers the lowest net price at $6,351 despite having the highest graduation rate at 91.50% and most selective admissions at 23.35% acceptance. The combination of strong academic outcomes and minimal cost makes it the top value choice.

How do earnings compare between the most and least expensive programs?

Florida International University graduates earn $35,060 annually at a net cost of $9,133, while University of Miami graduates earn less at an unknown amount despite paying $36,803. The mid-range public options often provide better return on investment than private alternatives.

Does Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University offer good value despite higher costs?

FAMU charges $15,847 in net price but has a concerning 51.90% graduation rate, the lowest among all seven programs. The 32.93% acceptance rate suggests selectivity, but completion outcomes lag significantly behind other state universities.

More Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies Rankings

Best Value Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies in Florida Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies Under $20,000 in Florida

All Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies Programs Best Colleges in Florida Best Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies in Florida

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.