Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Fitchburg, MA (2026)
Fitchburg, Massachusetts has a population of about 41,633. The city’s median household income is $70,659 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 24.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 138 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Fitchburg, with tuition ranging from $7,140 to $75,678 per year for indexed programs. In the Worcester, MA metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $107,540 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Fitchburg
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 138 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Fitchburg. Distances are calculated from Fitchburg city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitchburg State University | Fitchburg, MA | 1.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mount Wachusett Community College | Gardner, MA | 8.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Franklin Pierce University | Rindge, NH | 17.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Anna Maria College | Paxton, MA | 18.8 mi | $43,064 - $61,106 | – |
| Quinsigamond Community College | Worcester, MA | 19.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Nashua Community College | Nashua, NH | 20.4 mi | $7,140 - $18,752 | – |
| Assumption University | Worcester, MA | 20.5 mi | $49,414 - $61,777 | – |
| Rivier University | Nashua, NH | 20.9 mi | $37,791 - $50,999 | – |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Worcester, MA | 21.9 mi | $59,070 - $75,678 | – |
| Worcester State University | Worcester, MA | 22.4 mi | $11,286 - $21,586 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Massachusetts schools on the Massachusetts liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Fitchburg
Fitchburg is part of the Worcester, MA metro area (BLS area code 49340). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Massachusetts statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $73,820 | Worcester, MA | $72,020 |
| Management Analyst | $107,540 | Worcester, MA | $104,917 |
| Technical Writer | $87,820 | Worcester, MA | $85,678 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $58,890 | MA statewide | $57,454 |
| Editor | $71,630 | Worcester, MA | $69,883 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $62,790 | Worcester, MA | $61,259 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $76,020 | Worcester, MA | $74,166 |
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.
Fitchburg at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 41,633 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $70,659 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 24.5% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 102.5 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Liberal Arts-related employment in Worcester County | 1,746 workers, 101 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Fitchburg-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Leominster, MA – 5.3 mi away (119,538 pop)
- Gardner, MA – 8.7 mi away (20,430 pop)
- Nashua, NH – 19.8 mi away (230,061 pop)
- Marlborough, MA – 21.6 mi away (39,697 pop)
- Worcester, MA – 22.2 mi away (495,856 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Fitchburg, MA?
Our directory has 138 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Fitchburg. The closest is Fitchburg State University in Fitchburg, MA (1.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Worcester State University (22.4 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Fitchburg?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Fitchburg are: Management Analyst ($107,540), Technical Writer ($87,820), Human Resources Specialist ($76,020). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Massachusetts statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Leominster instead of Fitchburg?
Leominster, MA is 5.3 miles from Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Fitchburg’s median household income of $70,659 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Fitchburg while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
- 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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