Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Government – National Security and Intelligence
Learn to Protect Your Homeland with a Bachelor of Arts in Government – National Security and Intelligence Degree
Are you interested in politics, government, and protecting your country and its citizens? Maybe you want to work in local, state, or national government. You may even see yourself working in an intelligence agency like the FBI, CIA, or the Department of Homeland Security! With Liberty University’s Bachelor of Arts in Government – National Security and Intelligence, you’ll receive the knowledge and training you need to start your career working in the United States Intelligence Community.
With this program, you’re going to learn about how government works, what threats our nation faces, and how to counteract those threats. This will set you up for success in your field as you pursue positions as an emergency manager, a military officer, or an analyst for homeland security, intelligence, or national security. Additionally, if your desire is to go on to a related graduate program, the B.A. in Government will have you well-prepared for your future studies.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Learn from professors with real-life experience who have worked in police departments, political offices, and government agencies.
- Gain hands-on experience by interning in a variety of local and national settings, including our nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.
What Will You Learn?
- The basics of constitutional government, free enterprise, and American government
- Politics, the economy, and public and foreign policy
- A foreign language
- Terrorism and counter-terrorism
- Homeland security
- Military and strategic intelligence
- Ethics in intelligence
Career Options for B.A. in Government – National Security and Intelligence Graduates
- Emergency manager
- Homeland security analyst
- Intelligence analyst
- Military officer
- National security analyst
- National security consultant
Internship Opportunities and Resources Available to B.A. in Government Students
- Internship opportunities are available in Washington, D.C., as well as locally and nationally with police departments, the FBI, and more.
- Network with peers and faculty in one of our on-campus student clubs and societies such as the Strategic Intelligence Society, the National Political Science Honor Society titled Pi Sigma Alpha, the Criminal Justice Club, or the International Affairs Society.
- Utilize our Center for American Statesmanship, which is a one-stop resource providing education and training in effective citizenship, constitutional rights, foundational worldview ideas, and influential modern political involvement.
- Many of our students go on to work in government or related positions and are equally prepared to pursue graduate studies in political science, law, criminal justice, and more.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
