Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Public Administration

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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration and Data Analysis – Public Administration

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Take the Lead in Public Service with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Data Analysis – Public Administration Degree

Public Administration is focused on the organization of government policies so that the government can function as it is intended to. Many public servants, not elected, are considered public administrators, including heads of city, county, regional, and federal departments as well as other employees of public departments and agencies.

Liberty University’s 100% online Bachelor in Business Administration and Data Analysis – Public Administration degree is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Each course in our public administration specialization will help you enrich your understanding of public administration and gain knowledge and insight into the financial, professional, and administrative issues related to the federal, state, and local levels of government and nonprofit organizations. You will also learn how public administrators make policies and enforce programs to help build and strengthen communities and society.

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Among only 3% of business schools worldwide to receive ACBSP accreditation

What Will You Study Through Liberty’s Online B.S. in Public Administration Degree?

Liberty’s B.S. in Business Administration with a specialization in public administration will equip you with knowledge and training in: 

  • Application of economic theory, management theory, and administrative law.
  • Government regulations of the private business sector.
  • Public finance and budgeting analysis for government programs.

Potential Career Options with a Bachelors Degree in Public Administration

We recognize your passion and want to see you grow in your professional aspirations. By earning Liberty’s B.S. in Business Administration – Public Administration degree, you will gain the skills and knowledge you need to pursue careers in many areas including: 

  • Administrative officer
  • City/county manager
  • Security specialist

B.S. in Public Administration Online Degree 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:

  • 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 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 will be 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’ll grow in your faith as you progress through your studies. All of our online B.S. in Business Administration courses are taught by caring professors from a Christian point of view.

Military Benefits for Our Online Bachelors in Public Administration Degree

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
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
120

Credit Hours

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100% online, 8-week courses

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Transfer Credits

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Mar 17, 2025

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Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus

Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.

No tuition increase for 9 years

We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.

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“The best part of my LU experience has been my growing faith formation through my developing educational understanding, as an aspiring school administrator.”

Megan Schultz, EdD School Administration & Supervision

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