Best Online Psychology Programs in Braidwood, IL (2026)
Braidwood, Illinois has a population of about 6,175. The city’s median household income is $83,365 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 18.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Braidwood. In the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $98,240 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Braidwood
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Braidwood city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of St Francis | Joliet, IL | 19.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Olivet Nazarene University | Bourbonnais, IL | 19.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lewis University | Romeoville, IL | 24.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Governors State University | University Park, IL | 29.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Aurora University | Aurora, IL | 34.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Illinois schools on the Illinois psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Braidwood
Braidwood is part of the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area (BLS area code 16980). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Illinois statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $98,240 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $94,826 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | IL statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $80,600 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $77,799 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $63,820 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $61,602 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $60,580 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $58,475 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $61,150 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $59,025 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $74,700 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $72,104 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,500 | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $57,432 |
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.
Braidwood at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,175 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $83,365 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 18.2% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 103.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Will County | 9,919 workers, 951 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Braidwood-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Joliet, IL – 17.7 mi away (148,262 pop)
- New Lenox, IL – 21.1 mi away (26,217 pop)
- Crest Hill, IL – 21.7 mi away (21,169 pop)
- Kankakee, IL – 22.0 mi away (78,682 pop)
- Plainfield, IL – 24.2 mi away (42,933 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Braidwood, IL?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Braidwood. The closest is University of St Francis in Joliet, IL (19.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Aurora University (34.1 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Braidwood?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Braidwood are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($98,240), School Psychologist ($80,600), Healthcare Social Worker ($74,700). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Illinois statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Joliet instead of Braidwood?
Joliet, IL is 17.7 miles from Braidwood 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 Braidwood an affordable place to study psychology?
Braidwood’s median household income of $83,365 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Braidwood while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Illinois 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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