Minor in Military Studies Fight for Your Future with a Minor in Military Studies
Mobilize Your Future with Liberty University’s Online Minor in Military Studies
Liberty University’s online Minor in Military Studies aims to foster academic excellence by allowing you to engage with topics in military history, strategy, and ethics. You can gain a holistic education that can help you prepare for various career paths, including roles in the armed forces, government, public service, or the private sector. Furthermore, this minor fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enhancing your ability to make informed decisions and positively influence your community.
If you want to augment your program of study with courses specific to military studies, our online Minor in Military Studies is a great option. Our Minor in Military Studies pairs well with a variety of programs, such as the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology or our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Government. Our military studies minor provides you with the opportunity to tailor your studies to your interests, allowing you to emerge with a more robust education.
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Why Choose Liberty’s Online Minor in Military Studies?
Rooted in a Christian worldview, our military studies minor’s purpose is to help equip you with the knowledge and values necessary to pursue a variety of careers. At Liberty University, all our courses are taught from a Christian perspective. By emphasizing the integration of faith, learning, ethical leadership, and a global perspective, this minor fosters the development of well-rounded individuals who can contribute to the broader societal dialogue on military and security issues while upholding principles of Christian faith and service.
What Will You Study in Our Online Minor in Military Studies?
In the online Minor in Military Studies, you will explore the ideas, debates, and historical developments that have shaped modern military thought. Your studies will examine the philosophical foundations behind major political systems, the ways those systems have influenced global conflict, and the ethical questions they raise. You can also look at how geography, culture, and national interests shape military strategy and activity, helping you understand the broader contexts in which military decisions are made.
As you progress, you can delve into key moments in United States military history while gaining insight into the core principles that support effective defense and national security efforts. Your coursework introduces strategic concepts, intelligence fundamentals, and doctrinal approaches that have guided military operations over time. You can also study leadership in a military context, analyzing how influential leaders have approached decision-making, organization, and mission execution across various campaigns and eras.
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Tuition & Aid
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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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 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
*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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