Best Online Education Programs in Augusta, GA (2026)
Augusta, Georgia has a population of about 389,215. Our directory has 30 accredited schools offering education programs near Augusta, with tuition ranging from $3,170 to $25,793 per year for indexed programs. In the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $170,460 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Augusta
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 30 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Augusta. Distances are calculated from Augusta city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Technical College | Augusta, GA | 4.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Augusta University | Augusta, GA | 8.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of South Carolina Aiken | Aiken, SC | 22.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Oconee Fall Line Technical College | Sandersville, GA | 51.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Voorhees University | Denmark, SC | 54.6 mi | $12,630 - $25,793 | – |
| East Georgia State College | Swainsboro, GA | 54.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lander University | Greenwood, SC | 58.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Georgia Southern University | Statesboro, GA | 66.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Midlands Technical College | West Columbia, SC | 68.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ogeechee Technical College | Statesboro, GA | 68.5 mi | $3,170 - $15,527 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Georgia schools on the Georgia education page.
Education Wages Near Augusta
Augusta is part of the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area (BLS area code 12260). 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 | $63,040 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $68,596 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,660 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $66,007 |
| Middle School Teacher | $59,320 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $64,548 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $63,480 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $69,075 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $96,600 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $105,114 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $170,460 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $185,484 |
| Tutor | $42,120 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $45,832 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $58,860 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $64,048 |
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.
Augusta at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Richmond County | 742 workers, 57 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Augusta-Area Cities With Education Programs
- North Augusta, SC – 12.7 mi away (22,932 pop)
- Aiken, SC – 22.9 mi away (30,937 pop)
- Greenwood, SC – 57.5 mi away (42,279 pop)
- Lexington, SC – 65.2 mi away (20,988 pop)
- Statesboro, GA – 66.3 mi away (40,141 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near Augusta, GA?
Our directory has 30 accredited schools offering education programs near Augusta. The closest is Augusta Technical College in Augusta, GA (4.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Ogeechee Technical College (68.5 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Augusta?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Augusta are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($170,460), Education Administrator, K-12 ($96,600), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($63,480). 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 North Augusta instead of Augusta?
North Augusta, SC is 12.7 miles from Augusta 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.