Master of Arts in Public Policy – Policy Studies

What Will You Study in Our Master’s Degree in Public Policy – Policy Studies?

As a pioneer of distance education since 1985, we have worked hard to make our public policy graduate degree programs flexible and affordable. With no set login times and 100% online courses, our policy studies classes are designed to fit into your busy schedule, so you don’t have to choose between continuing your education and remaining present in your family or job.

Our professors have real-world experience in public policy studies, and this enables them to teach you practical, in-demand skills that you can use to further your career. They also facilitate engaging online learning communities. Our professors care about you as an individual, and they strive to give their best to helping you succeed in your educational goals.

In your online public policy classes, you will study:

• Public policy research methods
• Domestic policy
• Foreign policy
• Public policy analysis

What Careers Can You Pursue with a Degree in Public Policy?

Liberty’s M.A. in Public Policy – Policy Studies degree will prepare you for careers like the following:

• Communications specialist
• Development assistant
• Director of government relations
• Public relations specialist

Highlights of the Master of Arts in Public Policy Program

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 among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online public policy degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.

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 – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
• 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)