Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Greeley, CO (2026)
Greeley, Colorado has a population of about 109,421. The city’s median household income is $68,650 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 26.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 22 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Greeley, with tuition ranging from $2,090 to $41,943 per year for indexed programs. In the Greeley, CO metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $157,440 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Greeley
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 22 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Greeley. Distances are calculated from Greeley city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aims Community College | Greeley, CO | 0.5 mi | $2,090 - $14,478 | – |
| University of Northern Colorado | Greeley, CO | 4.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | Fort Collins, CO | 19.7 mi | $12,896 - $33,751 | – |
| Naropa University | Boulder, CO | 38.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Front Range Community College | Westminster, CO | 38.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Colorado Boulder | Boulder, CO | 38.6 mi | $16,430 - $41,943 | – |
| Regis University | Denver, CO | 45.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | Denver, CO | 46.4 mi | $10,017 - $28,209 | – |
| Laramie County Community College | Cheyenne, WY | 47.6 mi | $4,613 - $12,722 | – |
| Colorado State University Global | Aurora, CO | 47.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | ✓ |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Colorado schools on the Colorado liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Greeley
Greeley is part of the Greeley, CO metro area (BLS area code 24540). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Colorado statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $69,730 | Greeley, CO | $69,591 |
| Management Analyst | $157,440 | Greeley, CO | $157,126 |
| Technical Writer | $103,960 | CO statewide | $103,752 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $59,650 | CO statewide | $59,531 |
| Editor | $61,920 | Greeley, CO | $61,796 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $70,990 | Greeley, CO | $70,848 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $73,340 | Greeley, CO | $73,194 |
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.
Greeley at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 109,421 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $68,650 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 26.7% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 100.2 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Greeley-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Evans, CO – 3.7 mi away (21,615 pop)
- Windsor, CO – 8.7 mi away (22,776 pop)
- Johnstown, CO – 10.5 mi away (21,313 pop)
- Loveland, CO – 15.4 mi away (76,897 pop)
- Fort Collins, CO – 18.1 mi away (301,581 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Greeley, CO?
Our directory has 22 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Greeley. The closest is Aims Community College in Greeley, CO (0.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Colorado State University Global (47.7 miles). 1 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Greeley?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Greeley are: Management Analyst ($157,440), Technical Writer ($103,960), Human Resources Specialist ($73,340). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Colorado statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Evans instead of Greeley?
Evans, CO is 3.7 miles from Greeley 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 Greeley an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Greeley’s median household income of $68,650 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Greeley while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Colorado 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 Colorado
- 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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