Top Packaging Science Masters degree Programs - 2023

A program that focuses on the application of scientific, technological, design, and business principles to the development of packages and packaging materials, including raw material production, conversion of raw materials into usable forms, design, distribution, and post-use recycling and reuse. Includes instruction in principles of packaging, materials sciences, distribution and transportation, engineering and technology, graphic design, packaging regulations, and business and marketing.

While Packaging Science offers degrees up to the Masters degree, the majority of students study towards a Bachelors degree. Students study Packaging Science all around the US, though the major at the Masters degree level has the most graduates in New York. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Packaging Science is $61,100.

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21
Total Females
18

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  • Total Masters degree

    39

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Top Colleges for Packaging Science

Rochester Institute of Technology is a top option for students who want to study Packaging Science. Students can study up to a Masters degree at the school. Rochester Institute of Technology awards about 12 Masters degrees to those majoring in Packaging Science each year. However, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo and Michigan State University are also options to consider. Take a look at the college options in the table below.

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Careers for Packaging Science Majors

Some of the highest paying jobs for Packaging Science majors include Architectural and Engineering Managers, Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary and Industrial Engineers. But, another thing to think about is how many job openings there currently is. Careers that are in high need that a degree in Packaging Science can prepare you for are Postsecondary Teachers, All Other, Architectural and Engineering Managers and Industrial Engineers.

Top Paying Careers for Packaging Science

  1. Architectural and Engineering Managers   (Median Wage: $152,350)
  2. Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary   (Median Wage: $104,940)
  3. Industrial Engineers   (Median Wage: $95,300)
  4. Postsecondary Teachers, All Other   (Median Wage: $78,160)
  5. Commercial and Industrial Designers   (Median Wage: $77,030)

Most in Demand Careers for Packaging Science

  1. Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
  2. Architectural and Engineering Managers
  3. Industrial Engineers
  4. Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
  5. Commercial and Industrial Designers
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