Master of Arts in History
Honor the Past with Our Online Master’s in History Degree
Understanding history is vital to understanding the world today. By earning your Master of Arts (M.A.) in History degree from Liberty University, you can discover the past as you shape your future. Our 100% online M.A. in History program can help prepare you for professional growth, historical research, and advisor roles both within academia and in the public sphere.
As a pioneer in distance education since 1985 and a Christian university recognized for its academic quality, Liberty combines academic excellence with a biblical worldview. Our master’s in history degree can show you how your faith can be integrated with historical research, giving you insights that only a Christian worldview can give. A history master’s degree from Liberty University can help provide you with the tools to not only pursue the next step in your career but to be a Champion for Christ as well.
What Will You Study in Our Online Master’s in History?
- How to conduct an oral history interview
- Methodological and theoretical approaches to the study of history
- The Christian cultural heritage of America
In our Master of Arts in History program, you will examine the mechanics of historical research and theory to gain an understanding of the major historical events that shaped the present. You can choose online history classes that are tailored to your particular interests and career goals, making your history master’s degree your own.
At Liberty University, our professors facilitate an engaging online learning community, with the goal of helping to foster your personal and professional success. As professionals with real-world experience, our faculty will impart practical wisdom and firsthand experiences to help you understand key concepts. You may also be interested in exploring our Master of Arts in Public History or our Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – History.
Potential Career Options for Online History Degree Graduates
- Adjunct history professor
- Author
- Historian
- History instructor
- Museum director
- Researcher
Benefits of Pursuing Liberty University’s Master’s Program in History
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 Master of Arts in History degree 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!
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
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder
- 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)
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.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
June 29, 2026 | August 24, 2026
