Best Online Social Work Programs in Alexandria, MN (2026)

Alexandria, Minnesota has 5 accredited schools offering social work programs, with tuition ranging from $6,213 to $18,962 per year for indexed programs. Alexandria has a population of about 14,579. Median household income is $61,558 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 31.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Minnesota, the top-earning social work-related role is Social and Community Service Manager at a median $84,220 annually (BLS, May 2025).

Closest Social Work Schools to Alexandria

The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer social work programs near Alexandria. Distances are calculated from Alexandria city center.

Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Minnesota schools on the Minnesota social work page.

Social Work Wages Near Alexandria

Source: BLS, May 2025 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.

Alexandria at a Glance

Other Alexandria-Area Cities With Social Work Programs

• Willmar, MN – 54.3 mi away (20,189 pop)
• Saint Cloud, MN – 62.8 mi away (113,649 pop)
• Monticello, MN – 86.2 mi away (26,875 pop)
• Moorhead, MN – 94.6 mi away (42,492 pop)
• Elk River, MN – 95.3 mi away (24,364 pop)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited social work schools are near Alexandria, MN?

Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering social work programs near Alexandria. The closest is Alexandria Technical & Community College in Alexandria, MN (0.3 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Concordia College at Moorhead (95.2 miles). 5 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying social work roles in Minnesota?

Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying social work-related roles in Minnesota are: Social and Community Service Manager ($84,220), Social Worker, All Other ($79,790), Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker ($75,020). Wages for Alexandria workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Willmar instead of Alexandria?

Willmar, MN is 54.3 miles from Alexandria and has its own set of local social work programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Alexandria an affordable place to study social work?

Alexandria’s median household income of $61,558 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Alexandria while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Minnesota 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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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; 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.