Best Online Psychology Programs in Iowa City, IA (2026)
Iowa City, Iowa has a population of about 75,264. The city’s median household income is $57,533 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 60.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Iowa City. In the Iowa City, IA metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $77,510 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Iowa City
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Iowa City city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA | 0.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Kirkwood Community College | Cedar Rapids, IA | 18.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Cornell College | Mount Vernon, IA | 19.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Coe College | Cedar Rapids, IA | 23.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mount Mercy University | Cedar Rapids, IA | 24.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Iowa schools on the Iowa psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Iowa City
Iowa City is part of the Iowa City, IA metro area (BLS area code 26980). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Iowa statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $77,510 | Iowa City, IA | $84,710 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | IA statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $70,300 | IA statewide | $76,831 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $69,640 | Iowa City, IA | $76,109 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $61,450 | IA statewide | $67,158 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $65,210 | Iowa City, IA | $71,268 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $67,260 | Iowa City, IA | $73,508 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $60,740 | Iowa City, IA | $66,383 |
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.
Iowa City at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 75,264 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $57,533 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 60.7% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Johnson County | 4,742 workers, 441 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Iowa City-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Coralville, IA – 4.5 mi away (20,397 pop)
- Cedar Rapids, IA – 22.8 mi away (184,610 pop)
- Marion, IA – 27.0 mi away (38,480 pop)
- Muscatine, IA – 29.0 mi away (26,481 pop)
- Davenport, IA – 48.3 mi away (288,233 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Iowa City, IA?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Iowa City. The closest is University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA (0.5 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Mount Mercy University (24.7 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Iowa City?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Iowa City are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($77,510), School Psychologist ($70,300), Educational and Career Counselor ($69,640). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Iowa statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Coralville instead of Iowa City?
Coralville, IA is 4.5 miles from Iowa City 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 Iowa City an affordable place to study psychology?
Iowa City’s median household income of $57,533 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Iowa City while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Iowa 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.