Lincoln University
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Online programsYes
Best Online Education Programs in Rolla, MO (2026)
Rolla, Missouri has 5 accredited schools offering education programs, with tuition ranging from $62,982 to $83,476 per year for indexed programs. Rolla has a population of about 20,144. Median household income is $42,518 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 35.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Missouri, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $104,560 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Education Schools to Rolla
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Rolla. Distances are calculated from Rolla 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 Rolla. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
Missouri Baptist University
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Washington University in St Louis
Published tuition$62,982 - $83,476
Online programsYes
Evangel University
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Online programsYes
Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
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Online programs--
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Missouri schools on the Missouri education page.
Education Wages Near Rolla
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Missouri, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $59,240 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $50,910 |
| Middle School Teacher | $59,310 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $65,910 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $100,400 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $104,560 |
| Tutor | $32,270 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $58,040 |
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.
Rolla at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 20,144 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $42,518 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 35.5% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Education-related employment in Phelps County | 102 workers, 11 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Rolla-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Jefferson City, MO – 48.5 mi away (58,439 pop)
- Farmington, MO – 73.5 mi away (44,494 pop)
- Wildwood, MO – 73.6 mi away (35,756 pop)
- Columbia, MO – 75.7 mi away (138,675 pop)
- Wentzville, MO – 77.2 mi away (37,395 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education schools are near Rolla, MO?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering education programs near Rolla. The closest is Lincoln University in Jefferson City, MO (48.1 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (97.1 miles). 4 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying education roles in Missouri?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying education-related roles in Missouri are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($104,560), Education Administrator, K-12 ($100,400), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($65,910). Wages for Rolla workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Jefferson City instead of Rolla?
Jefferson City, MO is 48.5 miles from Rolla 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.
Is Rolla an affordable place to study education?
Rolla’s median household income of $42,518 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Rolla while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Missouri public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
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.
Learn More About Education Programs
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- Online Education programs in Missouri
- Education programs by state
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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.