Best Online Business Administration Programs in Athens, GA (2026)
Athens, Georgia has a population of about 137,582. Our directory has 73 accredited schools offering business administration programs near Athens, with tuition ranging from $3,172 to $18,033 per year for indexed programs. In the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area, the top-earning business administration-related role is Financial Manager at a median $127,380 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Business Administration Schools to Athens
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 73 schools in our directory that offer business administration programs near Athens. Distances are calculated from Athens city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Georgia | Athens, GA | 0.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Athens Technical College | Athens, GA | 3.2 mi | $3,172 - $13,425 | – |
| Emmanuel University | Franklin Springs, GA | 26.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lanier Technical College | Gainesville, GA | 35.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Brenau University | Gainesville, GA | 35.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Interactive College of Technology-Gainesville | Gainesville, GA | 35.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Georgia Gwinnett College | Lawrenceville, GA | 36.5 mi | $4,458 - $18,033 | – |
| Gwinnett Technical College | Lawrenceville, GA | 40.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Reformed University | Lawrenceville, GA | 40.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Gwinnett College-Lilburn | Lilburn, GA | 43.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Georgia schools on the Georgia business administration page.
Business Administration Wages Near Athens
Athens is part of the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area (BLS area code 12020). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Georgia statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General and Operations Manager | $77,220 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $82,765 |
| Administrative Services Manager | $86,680 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $92,905 |
| Financial Manager | $127,380 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $136,527 |
| Human Resources Manager | $123,460 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $132,326 |
| Management Analyst | N/A | GA statewide | – |
| Project Management Specialist | $77,070 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $82,605 |
| Accountant or Auditor | $73,940 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $79,250 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $51,850 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $55,573 |
| Office and Administrative Support Supervisor | $59,540 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $63,816 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Athens at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 93.3 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Business Administration-related employment in Clarke County | 765 workers, 185 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Athens-Area Cities With Business Administration Programs
- Winder, GA – 20.4 mi away (42,330 pop)
- Gainesville, GA – 35.3 mi away (154,859 pop)
- Lawrenceville, GA – 35.8 mi away (30,782 pop)
- Sugar Hill, GA – 40.8 mi away (22,197 pop)
- Duluth, GA – 44.9 mi away (29,331 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited business administration schools are near Athens, GA?
Our directory has 73 accredited schools offering business administration programs near Athens. The closest is University of Georgia in Athens, GA (0.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Gwinnett College-Lilburn (43.3 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying business administration roles near Athens?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying business administration-related roles near Athens are: Financial Manager ($127,380), Human Resources Manager ($123,460), Administrative Services Manager ($86,680). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Georgia statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Winder instead of Athens?
Winder, GA is 20.4 miles from Athens and has its own set of local business administration programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Related Resources
- Online Business Administration Programs in Georgia
- Main Business Administration Degree Guide
- Business Administration Programs by State
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.
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