Best Online Education Programs in Queens, NY (2026)
Queens, New York has a population of about 2,333,054. There are 5 accredited education programs within 100 miles of Queens. In the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, K-12 at a median $157,210 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Queens
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer education programs. Distances are calculated from Queens city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Hunter College | New York, NY | 8.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| CUNY City College | New York, NY | 9.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| CUNY Lehman College | Bronx, NY | 9.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Hofstra University | Hempstead, NY | 10.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| CUNY New York City College of Technology | Brooklyn, NY | 10.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New York schools on the New York education page.
Education Wages Near Queens
Queens is part of the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area (BLS area code 35620). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New York statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $99,260 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $88,153 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $95,240 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $84,583 |
| Middle School Teacher | $82,870 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $73,597 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $95,060 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $84,423 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $157,210 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $139,618 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $136,880 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $121,563 |
| Tutor | $42,770 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $37,984 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $77,970 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $69,245 |
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.
Queens at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 112.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Queens County | 15,391 workers, 910 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Queens-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Valley Stream, NY – 7.6 mi away (37,673 pop)
- New York, NY – 7.7 mi away (19,164,071 pop)
- Bronx, NY – 7.8 mi away (1,455,720 pop)
- Garden City, NY – 8.2 mi away (22,545 pop)
- Manhattan, NY – 9.1 mi away (1,643,734 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education programs are near Queens, NY?
Our directory lists 5 education programs within 100 miles of Queens. The closest is CUNY Hunter College in New York, NY (8.8 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is CUNY New York City College of Technology (10.6 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Queens?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Queens are: Education Administrator, K-12 ($157,210), Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($136,880), Secondary School Teacher ($99,260). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New York statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Valley Stream instead of Queens?
Valley Stream, NY is 7.6 miles from Queens 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.