Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Paris, TX (2026)
Paris, Texas has a population of about 24,678. The city’s median household income is $45,439 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 20.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 35 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Paris. In Texas, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $98,650 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Paris
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 35 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Paris. Distances are calculated from Paris city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Junior College | Paris, TX | 1.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Texas A & M University-Commerce | Commerce, TX | 36.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southeastern Oklahoma State University | Durant, OK | 53.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northeast Texas Community College | Mount Pleasant, TX | 54.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Austin College | Sherman, TX | 60.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Grayson College | Denison, TX | 62.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Collin County Community College District | McKinney, TX | 72.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas | De Queen, AR | 72.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Murray State College | Tishomingo, OK | 75.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southwestern Christian College | Terrell, TX | 77.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Paris
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Texas, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $61,100 |
| Management Analyst | $98,650 |
| Technical Writer | $79,060 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $60,320 |
| Editor | $28,860 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $63,450 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $64,560 |
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.
Paris at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,678 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $45,439 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 20.2% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Liberal Arts-related employment in Lamar County | 14 workers, 5 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Paris-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Greenville, TX – 50.4 mi away (24,753 pop)
- Denison, TX – 59.0 mi away (23,654 pop)
- Sherman, TX – 61.9 mi away (66,791 pop)
- Wylie, TX – 71.2 mi away (47,701 pop)
- McKinney, TX – 72.4 mi away (223,422 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Paris, TX?
Our directory has 35 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Paris. The closest is Paris Junior College in Paris, TX (1.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Southwestern Christian College (77.4 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles in Texas?
Based on BLS May 2024 state wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles in Texas are: Management Analyst ($98,650), Technical Writer ($79,060), Human Resources Specialist ($64,560). Wages for Paris workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Greenville instead of Paris?
Greenville, TX is 50.4 miles from Paris 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 Paris an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Paris’s median household income of $45,439 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Paris while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas 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
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.