Best Online Education Programs in Nashville, TN (2026)
Nashville, Tennessee has a population of about 1,065,078. There are 2 accredited education programs within 100 miles of Nashville. In the Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN metro area, the top-earning education-related role is Education Administrator, Postsecondary at a median $100,460 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Education Schools to Nashville
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer education programs. Distances are calculated from Nashville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevecca Nazarene University | Nashville, TN | 8.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Middle Tennessee State University | Murfreesboro, TN | 32.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Tennessee schools on the Tennessee education page.
Education Wages Near Nashville
Nashville is part of the Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN metro area (BLS area code 34980). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Tennessee statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Teacher | $62,100 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $64,486 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,420 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $61,703 |
| Middle School Teacher | $60,330 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $62,648 |
| Education Teacher, Postsecondary | $65,890 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $68,422 |
| Education Administrator, K-12 | $97,660 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $101,412 |
| Education Administrator, Postsecondary | $100,460 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $104,320 |
| Tutor | $59,280 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $61,558 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $60,650 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $62,980 |
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.
Nashville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 96.3 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Education-related employment in Davidson County | 18,614 workers, 514 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Nashville-Area Cities With Education Programs
- Brentwood, TN – 12.4 mi away (42,517 pop)
- Hendersonville, TN – 13.9 mi away (57,050 pop)
- Mount Juliet, TN – 15.3 mi away (33,263 pop)
- La Vergne, TN – 16.4 mi away (35,071 pop)
- Franklin, TN – 17.7 mi away (74,794 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited education programs are near Nashville, TN?
Our directory lists 2 education programs within 100 miles of Nashville. The closest is Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, TN (8.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Middle Tennessee State University (32.5 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying education roles near Nashville?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying education-related roles near Nashville are: Education Administrator, Postsecondary ($100,460), Education Administrator, K-12 ($97,660), Education Teacher, Postsecondary ($65,890). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Tennessee statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Brentwood instead of Nashville?
Brentwood, TN is 12.4 miles from Nashville 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.
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