Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Alexandria, MN (2026)

Alexandria, Minnesota has a population of about 14,579. The city’s median household income is $61,558 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 31.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There is 1 accredited liberal arts program within 100 miles of Alexandria. In Minnesota, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $95,980 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Alexandria

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

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

Liberal Arts Wages Near Alexandria

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.

Alexandria at a Glance

Other Alexandria-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs

• Willmar, MN – 54.3 mi away (20,189 pop)
• Saint Cloud, MN – 62.8 mi away (113,649 pop)
• Monticello, MN – 86.2 mi away (26,875 pop)
• Moorhead, MN – 94.6 mi away (42,492 pop)
• Elk River, MN – 95.3 mi away (24,364 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited liberal arts programs are near Alexandria, MN?

Our directory lists 1 liberal arts programs within 100 miles of Alexandria. The closest is Saint Cloud State University in Saint Cloud, MN (63.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Saint Cloud State University (63.4 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

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

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles in Minnesota are: Management Analyst ($95,980), Human Resources Specialist ($77,250), Technical Writer ($76,770). Wages for Alexandria workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Willmar instead of Alexandria?

Willmar, MN is 54.3 miles from Alexandria 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 Alexandria an affordable place to study liberal arts?

Alexandria’s median household income of $61,558 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Alexandria while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Minnesota 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 Minnesota
• Main Liberal Arts Degree Guide
• Liberal Arts Programs by State