Best Online Psychology Programs in Asheville, NC (2026)
Asheville, North Carolina has a population of about 94,369. The city’s median household income is $67,221 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 52.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Asheville. In the Asheville, NC metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $100,670 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Asheville
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Asheville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina Asheville | Asheville, NC | 3.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Warren Wilson College | Swannanoa, NC | 6.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Montreat College | Montreat, NC | 15.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Mars Hill University | Mars Hill, NC | 17.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Brevard College | Brevard, NC | 25.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all North Carolina schools on the North Carolina psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Asheville
Asheville is part of the Asheville, NC metro area (BLS area code 11700). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to North Carolina statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $100,670 | Asheville, NC | $104,321 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | NC statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $63,120 | Asheville, NC | $65,409 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $53,820 | Asheville, NC | $55,772 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $44,940 | Asheville, NC | $46,570 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $57,320 | Asheville, NC | $59,399 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $63,160 | Asheville, NC | $65,451 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $61,270 | Asheville, NC | $63,492 |
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.
Asheville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 94,369 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $67,221 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 52.0% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 96.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Buncombe County | 2,289 workers, 840 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Asheville-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Forest City, NC – 41.8 mi away (25,817 pop)
- Greeneville, TN – 43.9 mi away (23,953 pop)
- Greer, SC – 47.5 mi away (29,000 pop)
- Greenville, SC – 51.8 mi away (462,640 pop)
- Easley, SC – 51.9 mi away (20,953 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Asheville, NC?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Asheville. The closest is University of North Carolina Asheville in Asheville, NC (3.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Brevard College (25.1 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Asheville?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Asheville are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($100,670), Healthcare Social Worker ($63,160), School Psychologist ($63,120). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with North Carolina statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Forest City instead of Asheville?
Forest City, NC is 41.8 miles from Asheville 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 Asheville an affordable place to study psychology?
Asheville’s median household income of $67,221 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Asheville while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and North Carolina 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.
Related Resources
- Online Psychology Programs in North Carolina
- Main Psychology Degree Guide
- Psychology Programs by State
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