by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 1 U.S. colleges awarded 4 degrees and certificates in Textile Science. Graduates earn a median $36,627 one year after completing, rising to $58,326 after four years.
A major in Textile Science explores Textile Science. A Program That Focuses On The Properties And Processing Of Fibers, Yarns, Whole Fabrics, Dyes, And Finishes, Both Natural And Synthetic. Includes Instruction In The Chemical And Physical Properties Of Textile Materials; End-Use Analysis; Interior Furnishing Applications; And Industrial Applications.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Across the country, textile science draws strong interest, with 4 degrees awarded annually. 1 colleges award textile science degrees, an average of 4 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 4.
All 4 of the awards are bachelor’s degrees, the only level colleges reported.
Women earned 75% of textile science degrees and certificates in the latest year (3 of 4). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (3) and Black or African American (1).
O*NET rates Speaking the most important skill for jobs related to textile science, at 4.1 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are English Language, Education and Training and Customer and Personal Service. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Written Comprehension and Oral Comprehension.
Top skills, rated 0–5:
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How long a textile science degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 4 |
Doctoral degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to textile science, at 35.2%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 35.2% |
| Master’s degree | 27.1% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 20.0% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 7.3% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 5.8% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 1.4% |
| Some college courses | 1.3% |
| First professional degree | 0.7% |
| Post-doctoral training | 0.6% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 0.6% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 0.1% |
Source: O*NET Online.
4 occupations are related to Textile Science, with an average median salary of $77,447; the strongest outlook belongs to Materials Scientists, at 1.1% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Nutrition Instructor, Sewing Teacher, University Faculty Member and Professor.
The occupation related to textile science with the most projected jobs is Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, at 1,267,153.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,267,153 | 0.4% |
| Fashion Designers | 259,478 | -2.9% |
| Interior Designers | 186,151 | -1.3% |
| Materials Scientists | 10,214 | 1.1% |
Textile Science graduates earn a median $36,627 one year after completing their program, $58,326 after four years and $55,819 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,627 |
| 4 years | $58,326 |
| 5 years | $55,819 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to textile science, with a median salary of $101,265.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Materials Scientists | $101,265 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,604 |
| Interior Designers | $55,861 |
| Fashion Designers | $53,057 |
Textile Science has 5 similar majors in the Family, Consumer & Human Sciences field, which together award 2,694 degrees a year; the largest are Apparel and Textiles, General (1,846), Apparel and Textile Marketing Management (532) and Apparel and Textile Manufacture (244). Browse all Family, Consumer & Human Sciences majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Apparel and Textiles, General | 1,846 |
| Apparel and Textile Marketing Management | 532 |
| Apparel and Textile Manufacture | 244 |
| Fashion and Fabric Consultant | 38 |
| Apparel and Textiles, Other | 34 |
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