Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Policy – National Security Policy
Help Protect America’s Future by Pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in National Security Policy
Liberty University’s Ph.D. in Public Policy – National Security Policy is designed to provide well-rounded training in security and policy through the study of a wide range of national security issues, including strategy, lawmaking, implementation, and enforcement.
By earning this degree, you can be equipped with the knowledge and skills you need to identify and analyze a variety of national security challenges and concerns.
What Will You Learn in Our Doctoral Degree in Public Policy – National Security?
Our online doctoral degree in public policy with a specialization in national security policy can train you to effectively shape national security policy with an advanced study of policy and governmental functions.
By combining training in public policy with advanced training in infrastructure protection, resilient nations, intelligence analysis, and counter-terrorism, you can be equipped to analyze problems and develop effective solutions for the security of our nation.
Potential Career Opportunities with a Ph.D. in Public Policy – National Security Policy
- Counterterrorism analyst
- Federal agent
- Government employee
- Intelligence analyst
- National security policy researcher
- Professor (higher education)
- Senior public policy analyst
Benefits of Choosing Liberty University’s Online Ph.D. in Public Policy – National Security 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 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 can complete our online Ph.D. in Public Policy degree in under 3 years.
Military Tuition Discount
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!
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
May 13, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC