Graduate Certificate in Public Policy

What Will You Study in the Online Graduate Certificate in Public Policy Program?

• Economics and public policy
• Foundations of American governance
• Political philosophy
• The impact of global policy on domestic law
• The movement of economic markets
• The underlying constitutional foundation of all policy discussions

In the Graduate Certificate in Public Policy, you can study how laws and policies are formed, evaluated, and implemented in a variety of contexts. Your courses can introduce you to the foundations of governance and policy analysis while also exploring the influence of economics, constitutional principles, and global perspectives on policy decisions. As you progress, you can learn how to assess the effects of public policy on different sectors and develop analytical skills that may help you navigate complex political, economic, and social challenges.

Benefits of the Online Graduate Public Policy Certificate

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Graduate Certificate in Public Policy from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
• Gain foundational knowledge in governance and policy analysis that can strengthen your understanding of how public decisions are made.
• Develop analytical and critical thinking skills that can help you evaluate the impact of laws and regulations on society.
• Build a strong academic base that can support future graduate-level study in government, law, or public administration.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)