Best Online Psychology Programs in Manchester, NH (2026)
Manchester, New Hampshire has a population of about 115,415. The city’s median household income is $77,415 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 33.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Manchester. In the Manchester-Nashua, NH metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is School Psychologist at a median $81,210 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Manchester
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Manchester city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online | Manchester, NH | 1.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of New Hampshire at Manchester | Manchester, NH | 1.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Saint Anselm College | Manchester, NH | 3.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Southern New Hampshire University | Manchester, NH | 3.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Nashua Community College | Nashua, NH | 13.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New Hampshire schools on the New Hampshire psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Manchester
Manchester is part of the Manchester-Nashua, NH metro area (BLS area code 31700). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New Hampshire statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $52,510 | Manchester-Nashua, NH | $49,678 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | NH statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $81,210 | Manchester-Nashua, NH | $76,831 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $64,510 | Manchester-Nashua, NH | $61,031 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $60,780 | Manchester-Nashua, NH | $57,502 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $51,710 | Manchester-Nashua, NH | $48,921 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $75,330 | Manchester-Nashua, NH | $71,268 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $60,030 | Manchester-Nashua, NH | $56,793 |
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.
Manchester at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 115,415 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $77,415 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 33.5% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 105.7 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Hillsborough County | 8,883 workers, 698 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Manchester-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Nashua, NH – 16.4 mi away (230,061 pop)
- Concord, NH – 18.0 mi away (42,821 pop)
- Methuen, MA – 21.6 mi away (49,917 pop)
- Haverhill, MA – 22.8 mi away (62,873 pop)
- Lawrence, MA – 24.3 mi away (80,209 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Manchester, NH?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Manchester. The closest is University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online in Manchester, NH (1.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Nashua Community College (13.7 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Manchester?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Manchester are: School Psychologist ($81,210), Healthcare Social Worker ($75,330), Educational and Career Counselor ($64,510). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New Hampshire statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Nashua instead of Manchester?
Nashua, NH is 16.4 miles from Manchester 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 Manchester an affordable place to study psychology?
Manchester’s median household income of $77,415 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Manchester while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and New Hampshire 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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