Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Government – Politics and Policy
Be a Force for Change in the Government with a Bachelor’s Degree in Government – Politics and Policy
Are you interested in politics and excited about facilitating positive change in our government? With a Bachelor of Arts in Government – Politics and Policy, you can pursue careers in government and make a difference at the local, state, or national level. You will gain a diverse introduction to political and economic ideas and the many processes of our government.
In this program, you will learn more about the close relationship between a system of limited constitutional government and the free enterprise economy. You’ll also get an overview of how Judeo-Christian principles helped to shape the government we have today. Additionally, you will discover the relationship this field has with history, economics, and various other disciplines.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Less than 4 hours away from Washington, D.C., you’ll have the opportunity to participate in internships in the country’s capital and work alongside U.S. Congress members and other government officials.
- Gain practical and valuable experience by participating in the Washington Fellowship.
- Learn from professors who have years of real-life experience working in government, civil service, and politics.
- Network with faculty and students who share similar interests to you with one of the many clubs and networking events available to government students.
What Will You Learn?
- Federalism and its effects on the issues, interest, and institutions of American state and local government
- How international and domestic policymaking processes interact
- The free enterprise economy and its relationship with limited government in the United States
Career Opportunities for Graduates of the B.A. in Government – Politics and Policy
- Chamber of Commerce manager
- City manager
- Community organizer
- Legislative analyst
- Politician
- Political consultant
- Political scientist
- Public administrator
Internship Opportunities and Resources for B.A. in Government – Politics and Policy Students
- You will have many opportunities to intern with organizations and agencies related to your degree thanks to the special relationships Liberty has with various police departments and government agencies.
- Join Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society, which is the only honor society for university government students in the United States and a member of the Association of College Honor Societies.
- Our Center for American Statesmanship is a 1-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 positions and continue to get their graduate degree with Liberty University’s online programs or residentially by pursuing the Master of Arts in Public Policy.
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
