Best Online Education Programs in Nashville, TN (2026)
Nashville, Tennessee has a population of about 1,065,078. Our directory has 23 accredited schools offering education programs near Nashville, with tuition ranging from $4,498 to $17,698 per year for indexed programs. 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 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 23 schools in our directory that offer education programs near Nashville. Distances are calculated from Nashville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fisk University | Nashville, TN | 1.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN | 2.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Tennessee State University | Nashville, TN | 2.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Belmont University | Nashville, TN | 2.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Trevecca Nazarene University | Nashville, TN | 2.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lipscomb University | Nashville, TN | 4.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Nashville State Community College | Nashville, TN | 4.8 mi | $4,498 - $17,698 | – |
| Welch College | Gallatin, TN | 18.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Volunteer State Community College | Gallatin, TN | 20.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Cumberland University | Lebanon, TN | 27.2 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 schools are near Nashville, TN?
Our directory has 23 accredited schools offering education programs near Nashville. The closest is Fisk University in Nashville, TN (1.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Cumberland University (27.2 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
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.
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.
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