Master of Arts in Public Policy – Public Administration
Take Your First Steps Towards a Career in Public Administration with Liberty’s M.A.P.P. Online Degree!
Have you ever wanted to work in government or are looking to expand your current knowledge in public service? Liberty University’s master’s degree in public policy with a specialization in public administration will set you on a career path that will prepare you for placement opportunities in various public service roles. Whether you are interested in working for a nonprofit, consulting firm, or international organization, our Master of Arts in Public Policy – Public Administration degree will set you up for success!
We have created our M.A.P.P. degree through a joint effort by our Liberty University School of Law and Helms School of Government. This partnership provides a unique degree with training in governmental, legislative, and political areas. You can complete this degree 100% online and in less than 2 years, which means you can continue to work while going to college. Our goal is to support you as both a student and as a professional.
In a public administration role, you will be shaping and guiding the future of our country. We are excited about your passion for serving our country. A Master of Arts in Public Policy – Public Administration will help further your career as you make important decisions that will impact our cities, states, and country.
What Will You Study in the Online M.A. in Public Policy – Public Administration?
With core courses in political philosophy and governance, you will have the opportunity to study political strategies and public policy analytics in detail. From our online public administration classes, you will learn how to implement a biblical worldview into your work as you shape our government and communities. Liberty’s professors care about you and your growth. Through a Christian education, you will be able to represent Christ through your work.
Additionally, you will study:
- Strategies of economic and political policies
- The philosophical, intellectual, and political groundwork of the U.S. government
- The key theories and concepts of government from influential philosophers
Potential Career Options with a M.A.P.P. – Public Administration Degree
- City Manager
- Lobbyist
- Legislative Analyst
Benefits of Our M.A.P.P. Online Degree
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 online public policy 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.
- You can complete our M.A. in Public Policy degree online in as little as 1.5 years!
Military Benefits for the Online MA in Public Policy
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 – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course).
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year and no set login times.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
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With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
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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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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
