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Pursue a Degree That Helps Prepare You for a Career in Government

Have you always had an interest in politics, government, and current events? Perhaps you’re in-tune with how the decisions made by elected officials affect the daily lives of people, and you’d like to enter the field of public service so you can improve the lives of people in your community.

If this sounds like you, choosing a degree from our Helms School of Government is an excellent option. We offer several government degrees in areas such as public policy, government, criminal justice, and public administration – allowing you to find a degree path that best fits your career goals. In addition, each of our degree programs is taught by expert professors with years of experience, so no matter what degree you choose, you can be confident in the quality of instruction that you’ll receive.

Whether you choose to study in the mountains of Virginia or the plains of Nebraska, the beaches of Florida or the castles of Europe, you have a place at Liberty. Partner with us, earn a respected degree, and confidently pursue a career in government.

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Being a police officer coming into an educational world, I had expectations of failure. I attended my first intensive and my expectations changed overnight. My professor made me feel like I really belonged in education.

-Kelly Hoyle, Ed.D., 2018 Graduate

Cited tuition rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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