Valparaiso University
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Online programsYes
Best Online Counseling Programs in LaPorte, IN (2026)
LaPorte, Indiana has 5 accredited schools offering counseling programs, with tuition ranging from $5,093 to $12,683 per year for indexed programs. LaPorte has a population of about 21,732. In Indiana, the top-earning counseling-related role is Social and Community Service Manager at a median $73,940 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Counseling Schools to LaPorte
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer counseling programs near LaPorte. Distances are calculated from LaPorte city center.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from LaPorte. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
Andrews University
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Online programsYes
Indiana University-Northwest
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Online programsYes
South Suburban College
Published tuition$5,093 - $12,683
Online programsYes
Chicago State University
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Online programsYes
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Indiana schools on the Indiana counseling page.
Counseling Wages Near LaPorte
LaPorte is part of the Michigan City-La Porte, IN metro area (BLS area code 33140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Indiana statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselor | $60,430 | Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $65,900 |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselor and Advisor | $46,640 | Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $50,862 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $56,810 | IN statewide | $61,952 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $46,890 | Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $51,134 |
| Counselor, All Other | $45,360 | IN statewide | $49,466 |
| Social and Community Service Manager | $73,940 | IN statewide | $80,632 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 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.
LaPorte at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Counseling-related employment in LaPorte County | 278 workers, 94 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other LaPorte-Area Cities With Counseling Programs
- South Bend, IN – 23.5 mi away (279,698 pop)
- Portage, IN – 24.1 mi away (36,505 pop)
- Hobart, IN – 29.6 mi away (28,248 pop)
- Merrillville, IN – 32.7 mi away (34,994 pop)
- Gary, IN – 32.8 mi away (76,424 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited counseling schools are near LaPorte, IN?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering counseling programs near LaPorte. The closest is Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, IN (19.8 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Chicago State University (46.8 miles). 5 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying counseling roles near LaPorte?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2025 wage data, the top-paying counseling-related roles near LaPorte are: Social and Community Service Manager ($73,940), Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselor ($60,430), Marriage and Family Therapist ($56,810). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Indiana statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in South Bend instead of LaPorte?
South Bend, IN is 23.5 miles from LaPorte and has its own set of local counseling 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.
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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; 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.