Available Degree Programs
Associate’s Degrees
Bachelor’s Degrees
Master’s Degrees
- Master of Arts in History
- Master of Arts in Military Operations — Military History
- Master of Arts in Public History
- Master of Arts in Public History – Archives Management
- Master of Arts in Public History – Heritage Studies
- Master of Arts in Teaching in Middle Education Social Studies
- Master of Arts in Teaching in Social Studies Education
- Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction — History (Non-Licensure)
Doctoral Degrees
Earn Your History Degree with Liberty University!
A degree in history is one of the most versatile degrees you can pursue. Studying all parts of history, from the creation of our world to specific events, people, and literature of the past, can help you develop a well-rounded training and knowledge that employers look for in diverse fields. Leveraged correctly, a degree in history can enhance your career versatility, expand your knowledge and training, and transform your perspectives on how our world, country, and more were developed.
You can also develop a wide variety of soft skills that are crucial for future career endeavors. Our challenging and rewarding curriculum provides opportunities for you to learn how to communicate effectively, write research papers, develop a strong work ethic, and lead with biblical principles.
Liberty’s mission is to Train Champions for Christ who go into all career fields as representatives of their faith. Our history degrees provide the additional study of how Christianity has helped to shape the world we live in. Our experienced professors help cultivate your love of history and integrate faith into all aspects of your degree. You will graduate with confidence in your abilities and the impact you will have on those around you.
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Accreditation ensures that Liberty University has met strict standards with regard to degree programs, faculty, administration, student support, and services. Accreditation also ensures that courses students take and degrees earned through Liberty University will be accepted by other accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Potential Career Options with a History Degree
With an Associate Degree:
- Genealogy libraries
- Museums
- State monuments, national monuments, and parks
- Various entry-level federal and state government agency jobs
- Writer
With a Bachelor’s Degree:
- Government policy advisor
- Historian
- History instructor
- History teacher
- Intelligence or data analyst
- Museum director
With a Master’s Degree:
- Archivist
- College or secondary educator
- Government worker
- Museum curator
- Public relations worker
- Researcher
With a Doctoral Degree:
- Academic publisher
- Archaeologist
- Author
- Higher education administrator
- Historian
- International development specialist
- Museum curator
- Professor
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 and $275 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)
- Potential undergraduate college credit for your military training
Military Discount for Doctoral Students
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. Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work towards your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession — for less.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
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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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Hear from our Graduates
“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
“Liberty offers an affordable, Christ-centered education, honoring the foundations of our country. I have learned how to apply a Biblical worldview to my work in public policy while adequately knowing history and the founding documents of United States.”
Morgan Schlesselman, Master’s in Public Policy
“There have been so many highly qualified professors who have sown generously into my academic endeavors at Liberty that encouraged me when I felt like giving up.”
James, Master of Divinity
