Best Online Psychology Programs in Augusta, GA (2026)
Augusta, Georgia has a population of about 389,215. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Augusta. In the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is School Psychologist at a median $85,270 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Augusta
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Augusta city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paine College | Augusta, GA | 8.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Augusta University | Augusta, GA | 8.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of South Carolina Aiken | Aiken, SC | 22.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Voorhees University | Denmark, SC | 54.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| East Georgia State College | Swainsboro, GA | 54.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Georgia schools on the Georgia psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Augusta
Augusta is part of the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area (BLS area code 12260). 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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $68,880 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $74,951 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | GA statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $85,270 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $92,786 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $58,860 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $64,048 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $58,830 | GA statewide | $64,015 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $52,630 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $57,269 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,390 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $70,065 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $51,130 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $55,637 |
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.
Augusta at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Richmond County | 3,700 workers, 284 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Augusta-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- North Augusta, SC – 12.7 mi away (22,932 pop)
- Aiken, SC – 22.9 mi away (30,937 pop)
- Greenwood, SC – 57.5 mi away (42,279 pop)
- Lexington, SC – 65.2 mi away (20,988 pop)
- Statesboro, GA – 66.3 mi away (40,141 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Augusta, GA?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Augusta. The closest is Paine College in Augusta, GA (8.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is East Georgia State College (54.9 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Augusta?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Augusta are: School Psychologist ($85,270), Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($68,880), Healthcare Social Worker ($64,390). 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 North Augusta instead of Augusta?
North Augusta, SC is 12.7 miles from Augusta 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.
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.