Best Online Psychology Programs in Lincoln, NE (2026)
Lincoln, Nebraska has a population of about 291,932. The city’s median household income is $69,991 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 41.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Lincoln. In the Lincoln, NE metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is School Psychologist at a median $90,210 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Lincoln
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Lincoln city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | Lincoln, NE | 1.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Nebraska Wesleyan University | Lincoln, NE | 2.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Union Adventist University | Lincoln, NE | 2.9 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Doane University | Crete, NE | 19.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Concordia University-Nebraska | Seward, NE | 22.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Nebraska schools on the Nebraska psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Lincoln
Lincoln is part of the Lincoln, NE metro area (BLS area code 30700). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Nebraska statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $84,800 | Lincoln, NE | $92,576 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | NE statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $90,210 | Lincoln, NE | $98,483 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $85,660 | Lincoln, NE | $93,515 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $68,550 | NE statewide | $74,836 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $52,560 | Lincoln, NE | $57,380 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $58,860 | Lincoln, NE | $64,258 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $48,790 | Lincoln, NE | $53,264 |
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.
Lincoln at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 291,932 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $69,991 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 41.0% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.6 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Lancaster County | 8,433 workers, 1,130 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Lincoln-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Fremont, NE – 44.8 mi away (27,598 pop)
- Bellevue, NE – 45.5 mi away (53,505 pop)
- Omaha, NE – 45.6 mi away (792,463 pop)
- Council Bluffs, IA – 52.3 mi away (62,524 pop)
- Columbus, NE – 55.7 mi away (22,846 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Lincoln, NE?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Lincoln. The closest is University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Lincoln, NE (1.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Concordia University-Nebraska (22.5 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Lincoln?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Lincoln are: School Psychologist ($90,210), Educational and Career Counselor ($85,660), Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($84,800). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Nebraska statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Fremont instead of Lincoln?
Fremont, NE is 44.8 miles from Lincoln 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 Lincoln an affordable place to study psychology?
Lincoln’s median household income of $69,991 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Lincoln while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Nebraska 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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