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B.S. in Social Sciences

120

Credit Hours

Study Abroad

27+ approved study abroad programs through the university

Transfer Credits

Transfer up to 75% of degree total to Liberty

Guided by Faith

Courses at Liberty are taught from a biblical worldview

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

Study Abroad

27+ approved study abroad programs through the university

Transfer Credits

Transfer up to 75% of degree total to Liberty

Guided by Faith

Courses at Liberty are taught from a biblical worldview

Accreditation

Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

Residential Program in Social Sciences (B.S.)

Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences majors receive a solid base in history studies with additional coursework in geography, government, and economics. Students are equipped with a global perspective, enabling them to understand world societies and cultures.

This degree is offered through the Department of History.

Teach Social Studies with Your B.Ed. Degree

Turn your passion for the social sciences into a fulfilling teaching career. With a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree in Social Studies Education 6-12, you can get the licensure you need to teach in this field.


Academic Information for the Social Sciences Major

Programs of Study

Admission Requirements

View Liberty’s undergraduate admissions requirements

Social Sciences Courses You Could Take

  • GOVT 200: Constitutional Government and Free Enterprise
  • HIUS 360: American Economic History
  • HIST 370: Comparative Civilizations
  • ECON 213: Principles of Microeconomics

Career Opportunities for Social Sciences Majors

  • Archaeologist
  • Market Researcher
  • Museum Curatorship
  • Information Consultant
  • Lawyer
  • Social Scientist
  • Teacher
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