Best Online Education Programs in Athens, GA (2026)
Athens, Georgia has a population of about 137,582. Our directory has 53 accredited schools offering education programs near Athens, with tuition ranging from $3,162 to $45,359 per year for indexed programs. In the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, K-12 at a median $100,060 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Athens
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 53 schools in our directory that offer education 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 | – |
| Georgia Gwinnett College | Lawrenceville, GA | 36.5 mi | $4,458 - $18,033 | – |
| Gwinnett Technical College | Lawrenceville, GA | 40.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Piedmont University | Demorest, GA | 43.6 mi | $30,680 - $45,359 | – |
| Toccoa Falls College | Toccoa Falls, GA | 44.4 mi | $23,250 - $35,666 | – |
| North Georgia Technical College | Clarkesville, GA | 48.5 mi | $3,162 - $12,572 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Georgia schools on the Georgia education page.
Education 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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $64,630 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $69,271 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $74,480 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $79,829 |
| Middle School Teacher | $61,030 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $65,413 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $63,940 | GA statewide | $68,532 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $100,060 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $107,245 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $82,230 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $88,135 |
| Tutor | $31,380 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $33,633 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $60,580 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $64,930 |
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 |
| Education-related employment in Clarke County | 693 workers, 56 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Athens-Area Cities With Education 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 education schools are near Athens, GA?
Our directory has 53 accredited schools offering education programs near Athens. The closest is University of Georgia in Athens, GA (0.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is North Georgia Technical College (48.5 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Athens?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Athens are: Education Administrator, K-12 ($100,060), Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($82,230), Elementary School Teacher ($74,480). 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 education 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
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.