Master of Public Administration — Law and Public Policy
Become Armed in Influence with a Master of Public Administration in Law and Public Policy
Do you wish to become a leader in law and public policy, equipped to confront difficult tasks in the field? Liberty University recognizes that you have big dreams, requiring a substantial education to match this passion! Let us help you earn an online degree that corresponds best with your goals!
Liberty University’s Master of Public Administration in Law and Public Policy can help provide you with the tools and skills to become a leader in the fields of law and public policy. Through our M.P.A. degree’s 100% online program format, you have the flexibility to focus on other goals while still meeting your educational needs.
As a leader in the field of public policy and law, you will have to make difficult decisions that require a thorough analysis and review of the problem presented. By earning a master’s degree in public administration, focusing on law and public policy, you can be provided with the knowledge and skill sets needed to accomplish difficult tasks. Our M.P.A. online degree in law and public policy ushers in opportunities to build on your desire to influence the sector of law and politics.
What Will You Study in Our Master of Public Administration – Law and Public Policy Degree?
- The legal statutes, systems, processes, and challenges facing leaders and managers in public departments and agencies.
- How legislation and case law affect the execution and implementation of public policy.
- How to successfully manage the legal questions affecting the delivery of government services.
The online Master of Public Administration – Law & Public Policy provides you with the opportunity to build on your desire to influence the sector of law and politics. We want to prepare you to further your career by meeting and surpassing expectations in the competitive job market, forming you into a well-rounded and valuable asset to your organization.
Potential Career Options with an MPA – Law and Public Policy Degree
- Chief executives
- Compliance managers
- Legislators
Highlights of our MPA in Law and Public Policy
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 MPA in Law and Public Policy degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 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).
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. 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
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC