Best Online Psychology Programs in Aiken, SC (2026)
Aiken, South Carolina has a population of about 32,334. The city’s median household income is $69,837 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 45.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 26 accredited schools offering psychology programs near Aiken, with tuition ranging from $11,060 to $29,957 per year for indexed programs. In the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area, the top-earning psychology-related role is School Psychologist at a median $85,270 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Psychology Schools to Aiken
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 26 schools in our directory that offer psychology programs near Aiken. Distances are calculated from Aiken city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina Aiken | Aiken, SC | 3.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Augusta University | Augusta, GA | 15.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Paine College | Augusta, GA | 15.9 mi | $14,596 - $27,310 | – |
| Voorhees University | Denmark, SC | 37.8 mi | $12,630 - $25,793 | – |
| Claflin University | Orangeburg, SC | 50.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| South Carolina State University | Orangeburg, SC | 50.7 mi | $11,060 - $29,957 | – |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | Columbia, SC | 51.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Benedict College | Columbia, SC | 52.5 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Newberry College | Newberry, SC | 52.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Lander University | Greenwood, SC | 52.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all South Carolina schools on the South Carolina psychology page.
Psychology Wages Near Aiken
Aiken is part of the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area (BLS area code 12260). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to South Carolina statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $68,880 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $74,951 |
| Industrial-Organizational Psychologist | N/A | SC statewide | – |
| School Psychologist | $85,270 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $92,786 |
| Educational and Career Counselor | $58,860 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $64,048 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $51,440 | SC statewide | $55,974 |
| Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor | $52,630 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $57,269 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,390 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $70,065 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $51,130 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $55,637 |
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.
Aiken at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 32,334 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $69,837 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 45.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Psychology-related employment in Aiken County | 653 workers, 289 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Aiken-Area Cities With Psychology Programs
- North Augusta, SC – 13.1 mi away (22,932 pop)
- Augusta, GA – 22.9 mi away (389,215 pop)
- Lexington, SC – 43.0 mi away (20,988 pop)
- Orangeburg, SC – 49.6 mi away (31,666 pop)
- Greenwood, SC – 52.0 mi away (42,279 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited psychology schools are near Aiken, SC?
Our directory has 26 accredited schools offering psychology programs near Aiken. The closest is University of South Carolina Aiken in Aiken, SC (3.7 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Lander University (52.6 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying psychology roles near Aiken?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying psychology-related roles near Aiken are: School Psychologist ($85,270), Clinical and Counseling Psychologist ($68,880), Healthcare Social Worker ($64,390). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with South Carolina statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in North Augusta instead of Aiken?
North Augusta, SC is 13.1 miles from Aiken 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 Aiken an affordable place to study psychology?
Aiken’s median household income of $69,837 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Aiken while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and South 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 South Carolina
- Main Psychology Degree Guide
- Psychology Programs by State
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.
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