M.A. in Public Relations

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s M.A. in Public Relations?

• Case studies that evaluate and analyze historical crises within the marketplace
• How to create campaigns and initiatives through strategic and creative thinking
• Practical exercises on how to navigate organizational crises
• The intricacies of crafting messages for diverse audiences and media, including press releases and press conferences

Liberty University’s M.A. in Public Relations program is designed to help equip you with the communication and leadership skills needed for various professional settings. The curriculum features online courses aimed at enhancing your abilities in writing, communication, planning, and strategizing. You will study foundational communication strategies, such as effective storytelling, that connect with consumer emotions and establish brand identity. Additionally, you will explore advertising and public relations tactics essential for successful mass communication.

Potential Careers for Master’s in Public Relations Graduates

• Advertising/public relations executive
• Director of communications
• Public information officer
• Research manager
• University administrator
• University professor
• Vice president of communication

Benefits of Pursuing Our Online Public Relations Master’s Degree Program

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 online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field. 
• Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
• Develop skills that can help you lead complex outreach campaigns.
• Learn from faculty who have years of professional and marketplace experience.

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 – $290 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)