Best Online Psychology Programs in Loveland, CO (2026)
Loveland, Colorado has a population of about 77,350. The city’s median household income is $82,592 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 39.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Loveland. In the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $105,210 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Loveland
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Loveland city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | Fort Collins, CO | 11.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Northern Colorado | Greeley, CO | 19.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Naropa University | Boulder, CO | 29.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Colorado Boulder | Boulder, CO | 30.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Regis University | Denver, CO | 43.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Colorado schools on the Colorado psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Loveland
Loveland is part of the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO metro area (BLS area code 22660). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Colorado statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $105,210 | Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $104,065 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | CO statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $82,820 | Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $81,919 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $64,080 | Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $63,383 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $69,990 | CO statewide | $69,228 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $68,550 | Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $67,804 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $59,230 | Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $58,586 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $67,120 | Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $66,390 |
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.
Loveland at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 77,350 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $82,592 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 39.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 101.1 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Larimer County | 7,127 workers, 966 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Loveland-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Johnstown, CO – 7.6 mi away (21,313 pop)
- Windsor, CO – 8.2 mi away (22,776 pop)
- Fort Collins, CO – 9.1 mi away (301,581 pop)
- Greeley, CO – 15.4 mi away (131,900 pop)
- Longmont, CO – 17.2 mi away (97,835 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Loveland, CO?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Loveland. The closest is Colorado State University-Fort Collins in Fort Collins, CO (11.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Regis University (43.5 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Loveland?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Loveland are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($105,210), School Psychologist ($82,820), Marriage and Family Therapist ($69,990). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Colorado statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Johnstown instead of Loveland?
Johnstown, CO is 7.6 miles from Loveland and has its own set of local psychology programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Loveland an affordable place to study psychology?
Loveland’s median household income of $82,592 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Loveland while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Colorado 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.
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