Florida ranked 32nd among states plus DC for the rate at which the state was graduating bachelors’ degrees in science and engineering in 2021

In 2021, Florida continued to be below average in producing new bachelor’s degree graduates in science and engineering, according to statistics released by the National Science Foundation last week. The state ranked 32nd among states plus DC in the number of bachelors’ degrees in science and engineering conferred per 1,000 individuals 18-24 years old.

The science and engineering degree count includes – in addition to engineering – the physical, mathematical, computing, life and social sciences.

The rate of bachelors’ degrees awards in science and engineering has been growing steadily during the last decade, both nationally and in Florida. The national rate grew by 45% from 2011 to 2021, and the Florida rate grew by 59% during the same time period.