Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in International Relations – International Politics and Policy
Become a Positive Change in World Politics with a Bachelor’s in International Relations – Politics and Policy
Liberty University’s Helms School of Government honors the school’s namesake, Senator Jesse Helms, in his push for the conservative movement and his promotion of traditional values in politics and government. By earning a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations – International Politics and Policy degree, you have the opportunity to become a positive change in the U.S. and abroad.
This degree will provide you with the background you’ll need to make sound decisions in politics from the local to the international level. Besides studying international relations policy, you will also learn about international law and how American foreign economic policy has affected both the U.S. and foreign countries.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Gain practical and valuable experience by participating in the Washington Fellowship.
- Our professors have years of real-life experience working in international relations, and they are excited about sharing their expertise with you.
- Network with like-minded peers and faculty members by joining the Liberty International Affairs Society.
What Will You Learn?
- Constitutional government
- Current issues in the international community
- International law and human rights
- International monetary policy
- Political geography and theory
- The free enterprise system
- The history of American foreign economic policy
Career Options for B.A. in International Relations Graduates
- Diplomat
- Foreign service officer
- Political consultant
- Political scientist
- Politician
Internships and Resources Available to International Relations Students
- Receive access to a variety of internship opportunities, including the semester-long Washington Fellowship where you can work with U.S. government officials and agencies.
- Join the Liberty International Affairs Society and make connections with internationally-minded peers and faculty.
- You can become a part of the only honor society for college and university government students in the U.S. – Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science Honor Society and a member of the Association of College Honor Societies.
- Learn from professors who have worked for the White House, offices of elected officials, and other government organizations.
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.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 19, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
