Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Lexington, KY (2026)
Lexington, Kentucky has a population of about 312,495. Our directory has 48 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Lexington, with tuition ranging from $4,706 to $63,354 per year for indexed programs. In the Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $87,430 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Lexington
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 48 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Lexington. Distances are calculated from Lexington city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transylvania University | Lexington, KY | 2.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Kentucky | Lexington, KY | 2.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bluegrass Community and Technical College | Lexington, KY | 2.7 mi | $4,706 - $13,281 | – |
| Georgetown College | Georgetown, KY | 12.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Midway University | Midway, KY | 13.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Asbury University | Wilmore, KY | 16.7 mi | $33,640 - $46,209 | – |
| Eastern Kentucky University | Richmond, KY | 22.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Kentucky State University | Frankfort, KY | 24.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Centre College | Danville, KY | 32.5 mi | $50,550 - $63,354 | – |
| Berea College | Berea, KY | 33.7 mi | $49,326 - $56,068 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Kentucky schools on the Kentucky liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Lexington
Lexington is part of the Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area (BLS area code 30460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Kentucky statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $63,630 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $68,493 |
| Management Analyst | $87,430 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $94,112 |
| Technical Writer | $68,380 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $73,606 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $43,940 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $47,298 |
| Editor | $56,620 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $60,947 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $60,850 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $65,501 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $65,600 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $70,614 |
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.
Lexington at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Liberal Arts-related employment in Fayette County | 1,679 workers, 175 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Lexington-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Nicholasville, KY – 12.0 mi away (30,052 pop)
- Georgetown, KY – 13.5 mi away (35,353 pop)
- Winchester, KY – 14.9 mi away (25,961 pop)
- Richmond, KY – 23.8 mi away (39,267 pop)
- Frankfort, KY – 24.4 mi away (39,034 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Lexington, KY?
Our directory has 48 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Lexington. The closest is Transylvania University in Lexington, KY (2.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Berea College (33.7 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Lexington?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Lexington are: Management Analyst ($87,430), Technical Writer ($68,380), Human Resources Specialist ($65,600). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Kentucky statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Nicholasville instead of Lexington?
Nicholasville, KY is 12.0 miles from Lexington 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.
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 Kentucky
- 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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