Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Grand Forks, ND (2026)
Grand Forks, North Dakota has a population of about 58,882. The city’s median household income is $63,838 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 39.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 11 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Grand Forks. In the Grand Forks, ND-MN metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $72,730 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Grand Forks
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 11 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Grand Forks. Distances are calculated from Grand Forks city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Dakota | Grand Forks, ND | 0.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Minnesota-Crookston | Crookston, MN | 23.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mayville State University | Mayville, ND | 30.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northland Community and Technical College | Thief River Falls, MN | 44.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| White Earth Tribal and Community College | Mahnomen, MN | 66.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| North Dakota State University-Main Campus | Fargo, ND | 71.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | Moorhead, MN | 73.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Concordia College at Moorhead | Moorhead, MN | 73.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Valley City State University | Valley City, ND | 81.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lake Region State College | Devils Lake, ND | 84.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all North Dakota schools on the North Dakota liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Grand Forks
Grand Forks is part of the Grand Forks, ND-MN metro area (BLS area code 24220). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to North Dakota statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $62,360 | Grand Forks, ND-MN | $71,926 |
| Management Analyst | $72,730 | Grand Forks, ND-MN | $83,887 |
| Technical Writer | $65,740 | ND statewide | $75,825 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $43,650 | ND statewide | $50,346 |
| Editor | $56,660 | ND statewide | $65,352 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $65,380 | Grand Forks, ND-MN | $75,409 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $66,700 | Grand Forks, ND-MN | $76,932 |
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.
Grand Forks at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 58,882 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $63,838 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 39.2% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 86.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Grand Forks-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Fargo, ND – 73.2 mi away (202,146 pop)
- West Fargo, ND – 73.4 mi away (34,858 pop)
- Moorhead, MN – 73.8 mi away (42,492 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Grand Forks, ND?
Our directory has 11 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Grand Forks. The closest is University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, ND (0.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Lake Region State College (84.2 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Grand Forks?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Grand Forks are: Management Analyst ($72,730), Human Resources Specialist ($66,700), Technical Writer ($65,740). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with North Dakota statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Fargo instead of Grand Forks?
Fargo, ND is 73.2 miles from Grand Forks 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 Grand Forks an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Grand Forks’s median household income of $63,838 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Grand Forks while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North Dakota 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 Dakota
- 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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