Best Online Psychology Programs in Lexington, KY (2026)
Lexington, Kentucky has a population of about 312,495. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Lexington. In the Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $93,040 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Lexington
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Lexington city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transylvania University | Lexington, KY | 2.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Kentucky | Lexington, KY | 2.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Georgetown College | Georgetown, KY | 12.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Midway University | Midway, KY | 13.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Asbury Theological Seminary | Wilmore, KY | 16.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Kentucky schools on the Kentucky psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Lexington
Lexington is part of the Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area (BLS area code 30460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Kentucky statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $93,040 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $100,151 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | KY statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $73,360 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $78,967 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $64,690 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $69,634 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $60,190 | KY statewide | $64,790 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $58,500 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $62,971 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $70,630 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $76,028 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $54,530 | Lexington-Fayette, KY | $58,698 |
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.
Lexington at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Fayette County | 7,902 workers, 1,077 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Lexington-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Nicholasville, KY – 12.0 mi away (30,052 pop)
- Georgetown, KY – 13.5 mi away (35,353 pop)
- Winchester, KY – 14.9 mi away (25,961 pop)
- Richmond, KY – 23.8 mi away (39,267 pop)
- Frankfort, KY – 24.4 mi away (39,034 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Lexington, KY?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Lexington. The closest is Transylvania University in Lexington, KY (2.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Asbury Theological Seminary (16.6 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Lexington?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Lexington are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($93,040), School Psychologist ($73,360), Healthcare Social Worker ($70,630). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Kentucky statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Nicholasville instead of Lexington?
Nicholasville, KY is 12.0 miles from Lexington 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.
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