Best Online Education Programs in Louisville, KY (2026)
Louisville, Kentucky has a population of about 1,003,412. There are 5 accredited education programs within 100 miles of Louisville, with tuition ranging from $49,326 to $56,068 per year. In the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, K-12 at a median $113,950 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Louisville
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer education programs. Distances are calculated from Louisville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spalding University | Louisville, KY | 7.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Kentucky | Lexington, KY | 63.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Eastern Kentucky University | Richmond, KY | 79.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Thomas More University | Crestview Hills, KY | 83.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Berea College | Berea, KY | 84.8 mi | $49,326 - $56,068 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Kentucky schools on the Kentucky education page.
Education Wages Near Louisville
Louisville is part of the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro area (BLS area code 31140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Kentucky statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $64,460 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $69,237 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,500 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $69,280 |
| Middle School Teacher | $63,030 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $67,701 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $65,470 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $70,322 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $113,950 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $122,395 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $105,930 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $113,781 |
| Tutor | $37,540 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $40,322 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $70,490 | Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $75,714 |
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.
Louisville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 93.1 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Jefferson County | 6,264 workers, 528 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Louisville-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Jeffersontown, KY – 5.1 mi away (27,352 pop)
- Jeffersonville, IN – 12.2 mi away (47,124 pop)
- Clarksville, IN – 12.6 mi away (21,920 pop)
- New Albany, IN – 13.7 mi away (36,670 pop)
- Shelbyville, KY – 22.9 mi away (22,779 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education programs are near Louisville, KY?
Our directory lists 5 education programs within 100 miles of Louisville. The closest is Spalding University in Louisville, KY (7.8 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Berea College (84.8 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Louisville?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Louisville are: Education Administrator, K-12 ($113,950), Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($105,930), Educational and Career Counselor ($70,490). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Kentucky statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Jeffersontown instead of Louisville?
Jeffersontown, KY is 5.1 miles from Louisville 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.