Best Online Psychology Programs in Bronx, NY (2026)
Bronx, New York has a population of about 1,455,720. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Bronx. In the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is School Psychologist at a median $101,790 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Bronx
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Bronx city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fordham University | Bronx, NY | 1.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Monroe College | Bronx, NY | 2.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| CUNY Lehman College | Bronx, NY | 2.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Manhattan College | Riverdale, NY | 3.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Yeshiva University | New York, NY | 3.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all New York schools on the New York psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Bronx
Bronx is part of the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area (BLS area code 35620). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to New York statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $101,400 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $90,053 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | NY statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $101,790 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $90,400 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $77,970 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $69,245 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $86,120 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $76,483 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $64,900 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $57,638 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $77,210 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $68,570 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $83,490 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $74,147 |
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.
Bronx at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 112.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Bronx County | 37,180 workers, 2,123 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Bronx-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Mount Vernon, NY – 4.8 mi away (68,344 pop)
- Fort Lee, NJ – 5.5 mi away (37,577 pop)
- Englewood, NJ – 6.3 mi away (28,455 pop)
- Cliffside Park, NJ – 6.6 mi away (24,856 pop)
- Yonkers, NY – 6.7 mi away (200,807 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Bronx, NY?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Bronx. The closest is Fordham University in Bronx, NY (1.1 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Yeshiva University (3.3 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Bronx?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Bronx are: School Psychologist ($101,790), Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($101,400), Marriage and Family Therapist ($86,120). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with New York statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Mount Vernon instead of Bronx?
Mount Vernon, NY is 4.8 miles from Bronx 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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