BS in Geography Online | Human Geography

120

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100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

Next Start Dates: January 19, 2026 | February 16, 2026 | March 23, 2026

Learn the Significance of the Connection Between Humans and Their Environments with Liberty’s BS in Geography – Human Geography

Have you ever wondered about the bond between humans and the places they inhabit? Or how cultural, economic, and social factors shape our world? If so, conferring a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geography – Human Geography might be the right next step for you. Human geography is about studying the “where,” the “why,” and the “how.” It unravels the fascinating relationship between humans and their environment. Understanding this connection is vital, as it shapes our cities, societies, and cultures.

As a professional in the human geography field, you could potentially contribute significantly to society planning. You can help to understand population dynamics, urban development, and the distribution of resources, influencing the design of our future cities. Human geography informs urban planning. Its principles guide infrastructure development, public spaces, and housing projects to suit the community’s needs.

Liberty’s bachelor’s degree in geography – human geography is a program that takes you on a journey to understanding how humans are connected to their surroundings. This degree cultivates a unique set of skills and provides a broad perspective, opening doors to numerous career paths. If you’re curious about the world around you, this could be your ideal academic path.

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Why Choose Liberty’s BS in Geography – Human Geography Degree Online?

Liberty’s online geography degree with a specialization in human geography allows you to pursue your education with flexibility. The 100% online format makes it easier to balance your studies with other commitments. And, as part of our commitment to providing affordable education, online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. Additionally, using digital platforms for learning can help you build technical skills. Proficiency in tools like digital communication platforms, project management tools, and digital research methodologies is increasingly sought after in the modern workplace.

At Liberty, our dedicated faculty and support team are here to guide you every step of the way. You can engage in stimulating discussions, receive personalized feedback, and ask questions through interactive online assignments. Furthermore, the curriculum at Liberty is taught through the lens of a Christian worldview so that you can enter your career field with a solid foundation of biblical insight. This integration of faith can help you grow personally and spiritually.

Our BS in Geography – Human Geography can help you develop a variety of sought-after skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, data interpretation, and the use of geographic information systems (GIS). Specifically, our human geography specialization incorporates urban planning, research methods, political geography, and more, providing a well-rounded educational experience. This broad perspective can help you understand complex global issues from various angles, and these skills can be invaluable in many career paths.

What Will You Study in Our Online Bachelor’s Degree in Geography – Human Geography?

As you explore the world of human geography, you can gain an understanding of political and economic ideas, government institutions, the free market, public issues, and the Christian worldview regarding government and economics. You will also take introductory classes such as Probability and Statistics and Elements of Earth Science.

Additionally, you will delve into an introduction to geography and geographic research methods. As you continue your journey, you can begin to grasp the vital skills in geographic information systems (GIS) – skills that have become an essential part of working in the field of geography. GIS is used to map, create, analyze, and manage various data types. You can also study how different communities around the world survive and have the opportunity to discuss critical issues, such as social structure, power, religion, kinship, globalization, and more.

As you advance into your human geography specialization courses, you can discover how to use GIS to develop urban areas and solve urban problems. Gain an understanding of how military activities affect the environment, communities, and more. Examine characteristics of populations, such as size, structure, and development. Then, learn how those characteristics influence economic activities and quality of life. Finally, through our Research Verification course, you can learn how to verify assertions made from research through critical thinking.

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At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.

To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!

Undergraduate Full Time	$390/Credit
Undergraduate Part Time	$455/Credit
Military Undergraduate	$250/Credit

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9595.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
Send official high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.

Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.

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Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.

Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.

Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.

The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.

Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)

Unofficial College Transcript Policy

Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:

Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
Cumulative GPA
A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
Degree and date conferred (if applicable)

Official College Transcript Policy

An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.

If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

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If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.

Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

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Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
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*Not applicable to certificates.

These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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