Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Paragould, AR (2026)

Paragould, Arkansas has a population of about 29,940. The city’s median household income is $56,181 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 16.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Arkansas, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $72,550 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Paragould

The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer liberal arts programs. Distances are calculated from Paragould city center.

No Paragould-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Arkansas schools on the Arkansas liberal arts page.

Liberal Arts Wages Near Paragould

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.

Paragould at a Glance

Other Paragould-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs

• Jonesboro, AR – 18.7 mi away (72,838 pop)
• Poplar Bluff, MO – 49.2 mi away (20,714 pop)
• Atoka, TN – 59.9 mi away (20,478 pop)
• Dyersburg, TN – 63.5 mi away (21,313 pop)
• West Memphis, AR – 64.9 mi away (25,284 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles in Arkansas?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles in Arkansas are: Management Analyst ($72,550), Public Relations Specialist ($64,520), Technical Writer ($62,490). Wages for Paragould workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Jonesboro instead of Paragould?

Jonesboro, AR is 18.7 miles from Paragould 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 Paragould an affordable place to study liberal arts?

Paragould’s median household income of $56,181 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Paragould 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