Best Online Psychology Programs in Philadelphia, PA (2026)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has a population of about 1,582,432. The city’s median household income is $60,698 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 34.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are 5 accredited psychology programs within 100 miles of Philadelphia. In the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is Clinical and Counseling Psychologist at a median $106,330 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Philadelphia
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer psychology programs. Distances are calculated from Philadelphia city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple University | Philadelphia, PA | 2.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| La Salle University | Philadelphia, PA | 2.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Missio Theological Seminary | Philadelphia, PA | 3.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Community College of Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | 3.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Gratz College | Melrose Park, PA | 4.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Pennsylvania schools on the Pennsylvania psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Philadelphia
Philadelphia is part of the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area (BLS area code 37980). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Pennsylvania statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $106,330 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $103,635 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | PA statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $92,650 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $90,302 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $66,940 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $65,244 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $80,090 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $78,060 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $59,990 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,470 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,220 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $69,415 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $55,830 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $54,415 |
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.
Philadelphia at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,582,432 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $60,698 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 34.6% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 102.6 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Philadelphia County | 76,924 workers, 5,034 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Philadelphia-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- Camden, NJ – 5.1 mi away (74,420 pop)
- Norristown, PA – 13.5 mi away (34,370 pop)
- Chester, PA – 16.9 mi away (33,988 pop)
- Trenton, NJ – 24.6 mi away (293,697 pop)
- Wilmington, DE – 28.2 mi away (71,442 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology programs are near Philadelphia, PA?
Our directory lists 5 psychology programs within 100 miles of Philadelphia. The closest is Temple University in Philadelphia, PA (2.2 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Gratz College (4.1 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Philadelphia?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Philadelphia are: Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($106,330), School Psychologist ($92,650), Marriage and Family Therapist ($80,090). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Pennsylvania statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Camden instead of Philadelphia?
Camden, NJ is 5.1 miles from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia an affordable place to study psychology?
Philadelphia’s median household income of $60,698 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Philadelphia while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Pennsylvania 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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