Available Degree Programs
Bachelor’s Degrees
Master’s Degrees
- Master of Arts (M.A.) in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights
- Master of Arts (M.A.) in Public Policy
- Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Criminal Justice – Public Administration
Doctoral Degrees
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Policy
- Doctor of Public Policy (D.P.P.)
Online Government and Public Policy Degrees
The field of public policy presents extraordinary opportunities to determine the direction of our government. By earning an online public policy degree from Liberty University, you will be prepared for these opportunities and be a positive influence for Christ. The mission of Liberty’s political science education programs is to train Christ-centered leaders ready to change the world. At Liberty University, we recognize the power you can have as a Christian leader in government and will provide you with the education you need to make ethical, values-driven decisions that will impact the future.
As a pioneer in distance learning since 1985 and a Christian university recognized for its academic quality, affordability, and accessibility, Liberty University combines a biblical worldview with academic excellence and accessibility. Our Christian professors have real-world experience as leaders, policy-makers, and facilitators of engaging online learning communities, giving you the ability to network with individuals from across the country. As an accredited online Christian university, Liberty University is able to provide you with a high-quality political science education from a biblical perspective in the convenience of your own home.
Our online classes are flexible and affordable. Tuition for all Liberty University’s online programs has not increased in 9 years, and our online public policy classes are designed to fit easily into your schedule, enabling a smooth transition into online education.
Throughout Your Degree in Public Policy You Will Learn:
- Influential political philosophies
- The interaction between political science, sociology, and economics
- How to conduct policy analysis
- How Christianity influenced Western understandings of freedom and justice
- How domestic and international policies interact
You will also learn critical thinking methods, how to analyze current issues, and other in-demand skills that will help you further your career.
Liberty University’s Online Programs in Public Policy Can Help Prepare You for Careers Like:
- Community organizer/lobbyist
- Foreign affairs specialist
- International business
- Legislative analyst
- Military roles
- Political scientist
- Politician
- Public administrator
- Public relations specialist
Program Highlights
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.
- 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.
- Our professors are esteemed experts with years of experience who have a passion for your success.
- You’ll have access to a wide variety of research resources through our top-notch Jerry Falwell Library portal.
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 – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate and $275 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)
- Potential undergraduate credit for military training
*Excluding doctoral programs
Military Discount for Doctoral Students
We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Here’s how:
- If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
- If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!
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.
