Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Tulsa, OK (2026)
Tulsa, Oklahoma has a population of about 412,322. The city’s median household income is $58,407 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 33.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 31 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Tulsa, with tuition ranging from $15,060 to $43,617 per year for indexed programs. In the Tulsa, OK metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $91,450 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Tulsa
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 31 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Tulsa. Distances are calculated from Tulsa city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Tulsa | Tulsa, OK | 2.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Tulsa Community College | Tulsa, OK | 4.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Oral Roberts University | Tulsa, OK | 6.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Rogers State University | Claremore, OK | 20.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| College of the Muscogee Nation | Okmulgee, OK | 34.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology | Okmulgee, OK | 34.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bacone College | Muskogee, OK | 40.1 mi | $15,060 - $30,407 | – |
| Oklahoma Wesleyan University | Bartlesville, OK | 40.8 mi | $31,466 - $43,617 | – |
| Northeastern State University | Tahlequah, OK | 54.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Connors State College | Warner, OK | 54.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Oklahoma schools on the Oklahoma liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Tulsa
Tulsa is part of the Tulsa, OK metro area (BLS area code 46140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Oklahoma statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $60,430 | Tulsa, OK | $67,747 |
| Management Analyst | $91,450 | Tulsa, OK | $102,522 |
| Technical Writer | $65,780 | Tulsa, OK | $73,744 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $60,800 | Tulsa, OK | $68,161 |
| Editor | $46,200 | Tulsa, OK | $51,794 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $54,330 | Tulsa, OK | $60,908 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $59,430 | Tulsa, OK | $66,626 |
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.
Tulsa at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 412,322 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $58,407 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 33.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 89.2 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Liberal Arts-related employment in Tulsa County | 1,932 workers, 136 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Tulsa-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Broken Arrow, OK – 9.3 mi away (107,403 pop)
- Jenks, OK – 9.8 mi away (21,812 pop)
- Owasso, OK – 11.8 mi away (35,784 pop)
- Bixby, OK – 12.7 mi away (25,333 pop)
- Sapulpa, OK – 13.6 mi away (20,928 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Tulsa, OK?
Our directory has 31 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Tulsa. The closest is University of Tulsa in Tulsa, OK (2.9 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Connors State College (54.8 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Tulsa?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Tulsa are: Management Analyst ($91,450), Technical Writer ($65,780), News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist ($60,800). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Oklahoma statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Broken Arrow instead of Tulsa?
Broken Arrow, OK is 9.3 miles from Tulsa 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 Tulsa an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Tulsa’s median household income of $58,407 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Tulsa while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
- 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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