Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Superior, WI (2026)
Superior, Wisconsin has a population of about 668. The city’s median household income is $66,875 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 24.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 11 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Superior. In the Duluth, MN-WI metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $80,130 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Superior
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 11 schools in our directory that offer liberal arts programs near Superior. Distances are calculated from Superior city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Superior | Superior, WI | 1.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lake Superior College | Duluth, MN | 6.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth | Duluth, MN | 8.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| The College of Saint Scholastica | Duluth, MN | 8.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College | Cloquet, MN | 17.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northland College | Ashland, WI | 57.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University | Hayward, WI | 62.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Minnesota North College | Hibbing, MN | 64.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Pine Technical & Community College | Pine City, MN | 73.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northwood Technical College | Rice Lake, WI | 85.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Wisconsin schools on the Wisconsin liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Superior
Superior is part of the Duluth, MN-WI metro area (BLS area code 20260). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Wisconsin statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $58,490 | Duluth, MN-WI | $65,867 |
| Management Analyst | $80,130 | Duluth, MN-WI | $90,236 |
| Technical Writer | $76,090 | WI statewide | $85,687 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $52,670 | WI statewide | $59,313 |
| Editor | $45,510 | Duluth, MN-WI | $51,250 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $70,760 | Duluth, MN-WI | $79,685 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $66,390 | Duluth, MN-WI | $74,764 |
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.
Superior at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 668 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $66,875 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 24.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 88.8 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Superior-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Duluth, MN – 6.4 mi away (120,418 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited liberal arts schools are near Superior, WI?
Our directory has 11 accredited schools offering liberal arts programs near Superior. The closest is University of Wisconsin-Superior in Superior, WI (1.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Northwood Technical College (85.3 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Superior?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Superior are: Management Analyst ($80,130), Technical Writer ($76,090), Training and Development Specialist ($70,760). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Wisconsin statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Duluth instead of Superior?
Duluth, MN is 6.4 miles from Superior 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 Superior an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Superior’s median household income of $66,875 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Superior while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
- 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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