Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Mount Pleasant, MI (2026)

Mount Pleasant, Michigan has a population of about 21,420. The city’s median household income is $39,924 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 44.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited liberal arts programs within 100 miles of Mount Pleasant. In Michigan, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $90,620 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Mount Pleasant

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

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

Liberal Arts Wages Near Mount Pleasant

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.

Mount Pleasant at a Glance

Other Mount Pleasant-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs

• Midland, MI – 27.3 mi away (59,343 pop)
• Saginaw, MI – 43.1 mi away (120,088 pop)
• Bay City, MI – 44.4 mi away (67,712 pop)
• Owosso, MI – 51.3 mi away (21,653 pop)
• East Lansing, MI – 60.4 mi away (48,870 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited liberal arts programs are near Mount Pleasant, MI?

Our directory lists 5 liberal arts programs within 100 miles of Mount Pleasant. The closest is Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, MI (0.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Mott Community College (67.8 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

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

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles in Michigan are: Management Analyst ($90,620), Technical Writer ($78,750), Human Resources Specialist ($66,400). Wages for Mount Pleasant workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Midland instead of Mount Pleasant?

Midland, MI is 27.3 miles from Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant an affordable place to study liberal arts?

Mount Pleasant’s median household income of $39,924 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Mount Pleasant while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Michigan 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 Michigan
• Main Liberal Arts Degree Guide
• Liberal Arts Programs by State