Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Quincy, IL (2026)

Quincy, Illinois has a population of about 39,188. The city’s median household income is $56,372 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 26.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There is 1 accredited liberal arts program within 100 miles of Quincy. In Illinois, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $110,370 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Quincy

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

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

Liberal Arts Wages Near Quincy

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.

Quincy at a Glance

Other Quincy-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs

• Burlington, IA – 61.8 mi away (29,124 pop)
• Jacksonville, IL – 62.5 mi away (21,832 pop)
• Wentzville, MO – 81.9 mi away (37,395 pop)
• Columbia, MO – 84.8 mi away (138,675 pop)
• O’Fallon, MO – 86.9 mi away (86,274 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited liberal arts programs are near Quincy, IL?

Our directory lists 1 liberal arts programs within 100 miles of Quincy. The closest is University of Missouri-Columbia in Columbia, MO (85.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is University of Missouri-Columbia (85.5 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

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

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles in Illinois are: Management Analyst ($110,370), Technical Writer ($79,690), Human Resources Specialist ($72,350). Wages for Quincy workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Burlington instead of Quincy?

Burlington, IA is 61.8 miles from Quincy 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 Quincy an affordable place to study liberal arts?

Quincy’s median household income of $56,372 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Quincy while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Illinois 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 Illinois
• Main Liberal Arts Degree Guide
• Liberal Arts Programs by State