Best Online Nursing Programs in Athens, GA (2026)
Athens, Georgia has a population of about 137,582. Our directory has 46 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Athens, with tuition ranging from $3,162 to $45,359 per year for indexed programs. In Georgia, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $221,190 annually (BLS, May 2024).
Closest Nursing Schools to Athens
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 46 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Athens. Distances are calculated from Athens city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens Technical College | Athens, GA | 3.2 mi | $3,172 - $13,425 | – |
| Lanier Technical College | Gainesville, GA | 35.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Brenau University | Gainesville, GA | 35.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Georgia Gwinnett College | Lawrenceville, GA | 36.5 mi | $4,458 - $18,033 | – |
| Gwinnett Technical College | Lawrenceville, GA | 40.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Piedmont University | Demorest, GA | 43.6 mi | $30,680 - $45,359 | – |
| Toccoa Falls College | Toccoa Falls, GA | 44.4 mi | $23,250 - $35,666 | – |
| North Georgia Technical College | Clarkesville, GA | 48.5 mi | $3,162 - $12,572 | – |
| Truett McConnell University | Cleveland, GA | 49.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Woodruff Medical and Wellness Training | Tucker, GA | 50.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Georgia schools on the Georgia nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Athens
Athens is part of the Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area (BLS area code 12020). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Georgia statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $79,940 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $85,681 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,150 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $61,254 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $221,190 | GA statewide | $237,074 |
| Nurse Midwife | $125,830 | GA statewide | $134,866 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $123,250 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $132,101 |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,380 | Athens-Clarke County, GA | $37,921 |
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.
Athens at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 93.3 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Nursing-related employment in Clarke County | 5,678 workers, 40 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Athens-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Winder, GA – 20.4 mi away (42,330 pop)
- Gainesville, GA – 35.3 mi away (154,859 pop)
- Lawrenceville, GA – 35.8 mi away (30,782 pop)
- Sugar Hill, GA – 40.8 mi away (22,197 pop)
- Duluth, GA – 44.9 mi away (29,331 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Athens, GA?
Our directory has 46 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Athens. The closest is Athens Technical College in Athens, GA (3.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Woodruff Medical and Wellness Training (50.5 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles near Athens?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles near Athens are: Nurse Anesthetist ($221,190), Nurse Midwife ($125,830), Nurse Practitioner ($123,250). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Georgia statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Winder instead of Athens?
Winder, GA is 20.4 miles from Athens and has its own set of local nursing programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
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.