Best Online Psychology Programs in Baton Rouge, LA (2026)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana has a population of about 223,699. The city’s median household income is $49,944 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 35.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Baton Rouge. In the Baton Rouge, LA metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Educational and Career Counselor at a median $70,320 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Baton Rouge
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Baton Rouge city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | Baton Rouge, LA | 3.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southern University and A & M College | Baton Rouge, LA | 6.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | Hammond, LA | 39.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Nicholls State University | Thibodaux, LA | 48.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Louisiana schools on the Louisiana psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is part of the Baton Rouge, LA metro area (BLS area code 12940). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Louisiana statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $63,850 | Baton Rouge, LA | $70,319 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | LA statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $62,140 | Baton Rouge, LA | $68,436 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $70,320 | Baton Rouge, LA | $77,445 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | N/A | LA statewide | – |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $47,890 | Baton Rouge, LA | $52,742 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $63,510 | Baton Rouge, LA | $69,945 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $42,130 | Baton Rouge, LA | $46,399 |
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.
Baton Rouge at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 223,699 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $49,944 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 35.8% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 90.8 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in East Baton Rouge County | 10,666 workers, 1,149 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Baton Rouge-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Central, LA – 9.9 mi away (28,529 pop)
- Hammond, LA – 40.5 mi away (69,616 pop)
- New Iberia, LA – 51.0 mi away (30,386 pop)
- Morgan City, LA – 51.1 mi away (30,061 pop)
- Lafayette, LA – 56.0 mi away (267,376 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Baton Rouge, LA?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Baton Rouge. The closest is Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in Baton Rouge, LA (3.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Nicholls State University (48.9 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Baton Rouge?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Baton Rouge are: Educational and Career Counselor ($70,320), Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($63,850), Healthcare Social Worker ($63,510). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Louisiana statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Central instead of Baton Rouge?
Central, LA is 9.9 miles from Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge an affordable place to study psychology?
Baton Rouge’s median household income of $49,944 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Baton Rouge while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Louisiana 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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