Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Fayetteville, AR (2026)
Fayetteville, Arkansas has a population of about 97,227. The city’s median household income is $59,074 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 49.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 26 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Fayetteville, with tuition ranging from $9,748 to $28,772 per year for indexed programs. In the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $89,450 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Fayetteville
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 26 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Fayetteville. Distances are calculated from Fayetteville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas | Fayetteville, AR | 0.6 mi | $9,748 - $28,772 | – |
| Ecclesia College | Springdale, AR | 10.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| NorthWest Arkansas Community College | Bentonville, AR | 19.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| John Brown University | Siloam Springs, AR | 23.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northeastern State University | Tahlequah, OK | 46.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | Fort Smith, AR | 48.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Crowder College | Neosho, MO | 52.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of the Ozarks | Clarksville, AR | 56.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| North Arkansas College | Harrison, AR | 61.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| College of the Ozarks | Point Lookout, MO | 63.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Arkansas schools on the Arkansas liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Fayetteville
Fayetteville is part of the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR metro area (BLS area code 22220). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Arkansas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $83,040 | Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $90,853 |
| Management Analyst | $89,450 | Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $97,867 |
| Technical Writer | $62,490 | AR statewide | $68,370 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $34,230 | AR statewide | $37,451 |
| Editor | $45,200 | Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $49,453 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $57,230 | Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $62,615 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $57,440 | Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $62,845 |
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.
Fayetteville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 97,227 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $59,074 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 49.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.4 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Fayetteville-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Springdale, AR – 8.2 mi away (78,557 pop)
- Rogers, AR – 17.0 mi away (65,021 pop)
- Bentonville, AR – 20.1 mi away (47,093 pop)
- Siloam Springs, AR – 21.8 mi away (21,136 pop)
- Bella Vista, AR – 27.9 mi away (28,406 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Fayetteville, AR?
Our directory has 26 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Fayetteville. The closest is University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR (0.6 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is College of the Ozarks (63.9 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Fayetteville?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Fayetteville are: Management Analyst ($89,450), Public Relations Specialist ($83,040), Technical Writer ($62,490). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Arkansas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Springdale instead of Fayetteville?
Springdale, AR is 8.2 miles from Fayetteville and has its own set of local liberal arts programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Fayetteville an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Fayetteville’s median household income of $59,074 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Fayetteville while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Arkansas 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.
Related Resources
- Online Liberal Arts Programs in Arkansas
- Main Liberal Arts Degree Guide
- Liberal Arts Programs by State
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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