Best Online Psychology Programs in Gresham, OR (2026)
Gresham, Oregon has a population of about 112,818. The city’s median household income is $73,608 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 23.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 17 accredited schools offering psychology programs near Gresham, with tuition ranging from $11,238 to $83,310 per year for indexed programs. In the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $132,550 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Gresham
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 17 schools in our directory that offer psychology programs near Gresham. Distances are calculated from Gresham city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Hood Community College | Gresham, OR | 2.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Multnomah University | Portland, OR | 6.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Western States | Portland, OR | 7.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Warner Pacific University Professional and Graduate Studies | Portland, OR | 7.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Warner Pacific University | Portland, OR | 7.3 mi | $21,010 - $32,975 | – |
| Reed College | Portland, OR | 9.3 mi | $67,020 - $83,310 | – |
| Lewis & Clark College | Portland, OR | 11.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Portland State University | Portland, OR | 11.9 mi | $11,238 - $30,138 | – |
| University of Portland | Portland, OR | 14.6 mi | $54,900 - $69,183 | – |
| George Fox University | Newberg, OR | 29.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Oregon schools on the Oregon psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Gresham
Gresham is part of the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area (BLS area code 38900). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Oregon statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $132,550 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $125,759 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | $94,180 | OR statewide | $89,355 |
| School Psychologist | $120,130 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $113,975 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $80,490 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $76,366 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $84,810 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $80,465 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $71,530 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $67,865 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $84,930 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $80,579 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $77,260 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $73,302 |
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.
Gresham at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 112,818 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $73,608 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 23.6% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 105.4 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Multnomah County | 30,547 workers, 3,771 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Gresham-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Camas, WA – 6.8 mi away (22,449 pop)
- Milwaukie, OR – 9.6 mi away (20,929 pop)
- Portland, OR – 10.4 mi away (2,027,629 pop)
- Vancouver, WA – 11.9 mi away (174,826 pop)
- Oregon City, OR – 13.3 mi away (36,286 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology schools are near Gresham, OR?
Our directory has 17 accredited schools offering psychology programs near Gresham. The closest is Mt Hood Community College in Gresham, OR (2.3 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is George Fox University (29.0 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Gresham?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Gresham are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($132,550), School Psychologist ($120,130), Industrial-Organizational Psychologist ($94,180). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Oregon statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Camas instead of Gresham?
Camas, WA is 6.8 miles from Gresham 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 Gresham an affordable place to study psychology?
Gresham’s median household income of $73,608 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Gresham while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Oregon 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
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.