Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Roanoke Rapids, NC (2026)

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina has a population of about 15,024. The city’s median household income is $53,981 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 21.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited liberal arts programs within 100 miles of Roanoke Rapids, with tuition ranging from $2,540 to $15,189 per year. In North Carolina, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $98,700 annually (BLS, May 2024).

Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Roanoke Rapids

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

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

Liberal Arts Wages Near Roanoke Rapids

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.

Roanoke Rapids at a Glance

Other Roanoke Rapids-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs

• Rocky Mount, NC – 34.1 mi away (65,851 pop)
• Henderson, NC – 43.4 mi away (20,584 pop)
• Wilson, NC – 51.8 mi away (49,644 pop)
• Petersburg, VA – 54.3 mi away (31,882 pop)
• Suffolk, VA – 58.6 mi away (89,273 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited liberal arts programs are near Roanoke Rapids, NC?

Our directory lists 5 liberal arts programs within 100 miles of Roanoke Rapids. The closest is Wilson Community College in Wilson, NC (51.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Johnston Community College (75.6 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.

What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles in North Carolina?

Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles in North Carolina are: Management Analyst ($98,700), Technical Writer ($87,330), Human Resources Specialist ($69,400). Wages for Roanoke Rapids workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Rocky Mount instead of Roanoke Rapids?

Rocky Mount, NC is 34.1 miles from Roanoke Rapids 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 Roanoke Rapids an affordable place to study liberal arts?

Roanoke Rapids’s median household income of $53,981 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Roanoke Rapids while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North Carolina 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 North Carolina
• Main Liberal Arts Degree Guide
• Liberal Arts Programs by State