Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Oxford, MS (2026)

Oxford, Mississippi has a population of about 26,086. The city’s median household income is $59,901 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 56.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 3 accredited liberal arts programs within 100 miles of Oxford, with tuition ranging from $3,420 to $27,692 per year. In Mississippi, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $70,010 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Oxford

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

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

Liberal Arts Wages Near Oxford

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.

Oxford at a Glance

Other Oxford-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs

• Olive Branch, MS – 45.2 mi away (36,699 pop)
• Tupelo, MS – 46.1 mi away (46,095 pop)
• Southaven, MS – 48.1 mi away (53,214 pop)
• Collierville, TN – 48.4 mi away (49,177 pop)
• Horn Lake, MS – 50.4 mi away (27,042 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited liberal arts programs are near Oxford, MS?

Our directory lists 3 liberal arts programs within 100 miles of Oxford. The closest is University of Mississippi in University, MS (0.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Itawamba Community College (64.1 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

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

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles in Mississippi are: Management Analyst ($70,010), Technical Writer ($62,680), Human Resources Specialist ($56,050). Wages for Oxford workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Olive Branch instead of Oxford?

Olive Branch, MS is 45.2 miles from Oxford 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 Oxford an affordable place to study liberal arts?

Oxford’s median household income of $59,901 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Oxford while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Mississippi 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 Mississippi
• Main Liberal Arts Degree Guide
• Liberal Arts Programs by State