Bachelor of Science in PPE – Applied Economics

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics – Applied Economics?

• Analyze forecasting methods and predictive analytics
• Examine international business and global trade systems
• Explore monetary policy and financial institutions
• Study political philosophy and economic thought
• Understand market integration and economic cooperation

Through Liberty’s Bachelor of Science in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics – Applied Economics, you can study how economic systems, political structures, and ethical ideas interact in both domestic and global settings. Your coursework will address data interpretation, policy analysis, financial systems, and international markets while encouraging critical thinking and responsible leadership. By combining economics with philosophy and politics, this program can help you develop a broader perspective on decision-making in business, government, and public policy environments.

Potential Career Opportunities for Applied Economics Graduates

• Business analyst
• Cultural liaison
• Economic forecasting analyst
• Financial analyst
• Management analyst
• Market research analyst
• Policy analyst
• Project coordinator
• Public affairs specialist
• Research assistant

Benefits of Pursuing Your Bachelor of Science in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics – Applied Economics with Liberty University

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 as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your 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.
• To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
• Your coursework can help you develop analytical reasoning, communication, and research skills connected to business, finance, and public policy settings.
• Our faculty bring academic knowledge and professional insight into online courses that address markets, leadership, ethics, and international economic systems.

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)
• Potential college credit for military training