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Training Behavioral Sciences Students to Be Champions for Christ

Get a Degree in the Behavioral Sciences at a Christian University

Prepare to lead the way as you impact lives in the behavioral sciences field. The School of Behavioral Sciences at Liberty University approaches the study of human behavior by integrating scientific research, social practice, and the Christian faith. Here, we’ll help you develop the soft skills and gain the credentials you’ll need for success in this rapidly growing career field.

Choose from degree programs in Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work all taught from a Christian worldview.

Learn from experienced professors who are grounded in their faith and who share your passion for impacting lives and helping others.

Our Top Behavioral Sciences Degrees

B.S. in Psychology

120  Credit hours

11  Specializations

M.S.W. in Social Work

60  Credit hours

2  Specializations

Kenyon Knapp
Dean, School of Behavioral Sciences

“I am grateful for the opportunity to … help lead a group of stellar faculty in the School of Behavioral Sciences, and I also deeply resonate with the mission of Liberty to Train Champions for Christ.”
– Dr. Kenyon Knapp, Dean


School of Behavioral Sciences Departments

Kali Psychi Publication

Kali Psychi (The Good Mind or Soul) is published online once a term. In this publication, you’ll get:

  • A message from our dean
  • Program updates
  • Graduate spotlights
  • Faculty news
  • And more!

School of Behavioral Sciences Facts & Figures

25

average residential-class size

92

programs offered at the certificate, undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels

61%

of surveyed employed alumni are working in field or related field of study

1,309

total residential enrollment

94%

residential, full-time undergrad students accepted financial aid

What Behavioral Sciences Alumni are Saying

Dionna Doneghy | Ed.D. in Community Care & Counseling — Traumatology
I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge in the field of counseling, especially regarding trauma. I think it’s going to allow me to better serve my students in the field that I work in currently ...
Olivia Hess | M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
My professors have been amazing. They've been a perfect mix of the challenge you expect from a graduate level, expecting a lot out of you and respecting you as a student enough to encourage you in the right ways. They're also extremely knowledgeable.
Hannah Jacklin | B.S. in Psychology – Counseling
… Liberty has helped equip me, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually to achieve the goals that God has placed on my heart.
Dee Ledbetter | B.S. in Social Work
My internship...showed me how to support people at their weakest moments. They are looking for an advocate which is a really awesome position to be in.

Liberty School of Behavioral Sciences in the News

Liberty professor publishes ‘5 Love Languages’ book for adoptive parents

Dr. Laurel Shaler from Liberty University’s School of Behavioral Sciences is using her personal story and experiences as an adoptive mother to help others show their adopted children intentional love and care in the most effective ways. Based on Dr….

Accreditation for Liberty University

Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees, as well as certificates at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Liberty University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (https://www.sacscoc.org/).

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