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College of Arts and Sciences Develop your critical thinking and writing skills with an Arts and Sciences degree.
Why Choose Liberty University’s College of Arts and Sciences?
Our faculty members see teaching as a calling and are dedicated to your development. We offer a diverse range of disciplines, but we emphasize the common goals of being dedicated to academic excellence, a Christian education, and above all, teaching students. We strive to provide guidance and support for you so that you can pursue your goals while grounded in your Christian faith and principles.
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Associate’s
- Associate of Arts (AA) in Creative Writing (3 Degree Options)
- Associate of Arts (AA) in Fashion Merchandising
- Associate of Arts (AA) in History
- Associate of Arts (AA) in Interdisciplinary Studies
- Associate of Arts (AA) in Military History
- Associate of Arts (AA) in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
- Associate of Science (AS) in Physics
- Associate of Science (AS) in STEM Mathematics
Bachelor’s
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Statistics
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Creative Writing (3 Degree Options)
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in English and Writing (5 Degree Options)
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Fashion Merchandising (3 Degree Options)
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geography (2 Degree Options)
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in History
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Interdisciplinary Research
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Interdisciplinary Studies
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Military Studies (4 Degree Options)
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physics
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Teaching English as a Second Language
Master’s
- Master of Arts (MA) in Composition
- Master of Arts (MA) in Geography (3 Degree Options)
- Master of Arts (MA) in History
- Master of Arts (MA) in Interdisciplinary Research
- Master of Arts (MA) in Interdisciplinary Studies
- Master of Arts (MA) in Linguistics (3 Degree Options)
- Master of Arts (MA) in Literature
- Master of Arts (MA) in Military Operations (4 Degree Options)
- Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Writing (2 Degree Options)
- Master of Arts (MA) in Public History
- Master of Arts (MA) in Teaching English as a Second Language
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing
- Master of Science (MS) in Applied Statistics
- Master of Science (MS) in Geographic Information Systems (2 Degree Options)
Not sure what to choose?
Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Value of Degree
Each department is dedicated to the Christian faith, and we challenge you to grow spiritually as you prepare yourself to be a Champion for Christ in your chosen field. Most faculty members hold terminal degrees, and they will challenge you academically with a commitment to hold students to the highest standards.
Return on Investment
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides valuable information on how a degree can impact salary prospects. Learn more!*
Employment Opportunities
Explore job outlook statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the following careers: authors and writers** and geographers.***
Professional Connections
Mastering concepts and gaining foundational knowledge shouldn’t be the only benefits of a bachelor’s degree. Our world-class online learning environment is designed to facilitate collaboration and networking.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Employment, wages, and projected change in employment by typical entry-level education (viewed online March 25, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
**Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Occupational Employment and Wages, 2020 (viewed March 25, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
***Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Occupational Outlook Handbook – Geographers, 2022 (viewed March 25, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
Top Careers
Our Arts and Sciences department has a wide variety of degrees and specializations to choose from. The eventual career path you choose will be based on the degree level and the area of study. Here are just a few to begin with:
Data analyst
Develop skills needed for endless career opportunities by pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computational Mathematics from Liberty University.
Mathematician
Gain a deeper mathematical knowledge by pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computational Mathematics from Liberty University.
Author
Many degree programs in the College of Arts and Sciences will help refine your writing skills.
Web content writer/manager
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in English and Writing and our Creative Writing degree online can help you meet them.
Editor
Increase your proofreading skills with an advanced degree in writing.
Sales representative
Our fashion merchandising bachelor’s can help you gain the skills you need for sales in the fashion industry.
Retail manager
Our fashion merchandising bachelor’s can help you gain the skills you need for retail in the fashion industry.
Defense contractor
Liberty’s military focused degrees at the undergraduate and graduate level can help you gain the skills and knowledge needed for this career.
Intelligence analyst
A military degree focused on intelligence can help you gain knowledge relevant to intelligence gathering and analyzing.
Second language curriculum developer
With a degree of teaching English as a second language you can develop the skills needed to pursue this role.
International missions worker
Many degrees can give you skills that can complement your work in international missions.
Geographer
Liberty’s degrees in geography can help you gain skills to explore this role.
Urban planner
Develop the analytical tools to understand human-environment interactions, urbanization, cultural landscapes, and the dynamics of regional and global geography.
Historian
We have many degree levels that can help prepare you for this role.
Government policy advisor
Specializing in disaster management can help you understand how to shape government policy in order to minimize damage and save lives.
Writer
Many degrees under the College of Arts and Sciences can help you develop the skills needed to pursue this role.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s special about the College of Arts and Sciences?
Our Master of Arts in History students have the opportunity to complete an optional internship.
Liberty University has partnered with experienced authors to create courses that are based on practical skills gained from decades of working in the writing industry.
How do I know my degree will be respected?
Liberty University holds institutional accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). This means that our programs have undergone rigorous examination to meet educational standards.
What are military studies and military operations degrees?
There are few civilian academic programs in the country like this one. What makes our program different? We focus on training military personnel and contractors to handle large-scale strategic and professional operations while providing coursework that highlights military values and culture. Liberty’s Department of History has more military history specialists than any other institution of higher education in the United States, other than the service academies and American Military University.
If you are looking for a degree that offers a firm grounding in military history and preparation for future contracting work with the Department of Defense (DOD) or other military agencies and supporting companies, then you have come to the right place.
What is Interdisciplinary Studies?
You may be wondering, “What is interdisciplinary studies for, and why should I get a degree in it?” Most jobs require a specific selection of education, training, and experience. Many general studies and multidisciplinary studies programs attempt to meet this need by stitching together several traditional degrees into one if an existing degree doesn’t fit.
A bachelor’s or master’s in general studies traditionally offers the most flexibility in how you pursue your topics of interest. We define interdisciplinary studies differently, focusing on fusing these disciplines into one unified idea. Instead of trying to adapt a collection of several separate studies to meet your needs, Liberty can help you custom-fit your education to your passion.
Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate, $275 per credit hour for graduate, and $300 per credit hour for doctoral courses*
- Additional discount for veterans who service 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)
*For eligible current and former service members and their spouses. Learn more!
**Not applicable to certificates. Cannot be combined with the $300/credit hour doctoral military rate.
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