Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Public Administration
Make an Impact in Your Community and Beyond with Our Online Public Administration Bachelor’s Degree!
Liberty University’s 100% online Bachelor of Science in Public Administration will prepare you with the knowledge and skills to communicate and delegate in the administration of public services and the implementation of public policy. You will be equipped to identify and address a variety of situations in all levels of government, as well as in the private and nonprofit sectors.
The purpose of creating a government-focused program, such as an online public administration degree, is to provide a firm foundation in biblical principles of civic government and to ensure correct historical education in American government at all levels. You will also receive training in limited government, political theory, law, and political and economic ideas. Our B.S. in Public Administration online degree is intended to create Christ-centered political leaders, scholars, and politicians who will be a positive influence in their community as a Champion for Christ.
What Will You Learn in Our Online Public Administration Degree?
- Human resource management
- Legal and political issues in public administration
- Public administration leadership and community engagement
- Public finance and budgeting
Potential Career Options in Public Administration
- Administrative specialist
- Financial manager
- General operations manager
- Human services director
- Program analyst
- Public relations
- Public utility specialist
Liberty’s B.S. in Public Administration Program Benefits
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 Bachelor of Science in Public Administration 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.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
- You can complete your Bachelor of Science in Public Administration in 3.5 years.
Bachelor’s in Public Administration Degree Online 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 courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 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)
- College credit for military training.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 24, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC