Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in White Bear Lake, MN (2026)
White Bear Lake, Minnesota has a population of about 24,026. The city’s median household income is $79,712 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 40.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 48 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near White Bear Lake. In the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $97,390 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to White Bear Lake
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 48 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near White Bear Lake. Distances are calculated from White Bear Lake city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Century College | White Bear Lake, MN | 2.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bethel University | Saint Paul, MN | 7.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Northwestern-St Paul | Saint Paul, MN | 7.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Metropolitan State University | Saint Paul, MN | 8.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Saint Paul College | Saint Paul, MN | 9.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Hamline University | Saint Paul, MN | 10.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mitchell Hamline School of Law | Saint Paul, MN | 10.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Concordia University-Saint Paul | Saint Paul, MN | 10.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Macalester College | Saint Paul, MN | 11.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of St Thomas | Saint Paul, MN | 12.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Minnesota schools on the Minnesota liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near White Bear Lake
White Bear Lake is part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area (BLS area code 33460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Minnesota statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $67,230 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $64,151 |
| Management Analyst | $97,390 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $92,929 |
| Technical Writer | $77,760 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $74,198 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $46,910 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $44,761 |
| Editor | $56,160 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $53,588 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $78,760 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $75,153 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $78,960 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $75,344 |
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.
White Bear Lake at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,026 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $79,712 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 40.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 104.8 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Liberal Arts-related employment in Ramsey County | 3,504 workers, 158 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other White Bear Lake-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Maplewood, MN – 5.6 mi away (40,150 pop)
- Oakdale, MN – 5.9 mi away (28,073 pop)
- Shoreview, MN – 6.0 mi away (26,548 pop)
- Roseville, MN – 7.6 mi away (35,691 pop)
- Lino Lakes, MN – 7.8 mi away (21,018 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near White Bear Lake, MN?
Our directory has 48 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near White Bear Lake. The closest is Century College in White Bear Lake, MN (2.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is University of St Thomas (12.0 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near White Bear Lake?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near White Bear Lake are: Management Analyst ($97,390), Human Resources Specialist ($78,960), Training and Development Specialist ($78,760). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Minnesota statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Maplewood instead of White Bear Lake?
Maplewood, MN is 5.6 miles from White Bear Lake 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 White Bear Lake an affordable place to study liberal arts?
White Bear Lake’s median household income of $79,712 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in White Bear Lake 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
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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