Master of Public Administration – Law and Public Policy

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Master of Public Administration — Law and Public Policy

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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 will provide you with the tools and skills needed 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 will 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 Learn 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.

You may also be interested in exploring our master’s degrees in public policy, political science or American/International legal studies.

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:

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. 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.
  • 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.
  • You’ll be able to complete your online master’s degree program in under 2 years.

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).

 

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

May 13, 2024

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Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

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