School of Behavioral Sciences – Bachelor’s Degrees Help People Heal and Grow
Why Choose Liberty University’s School of Behavioral Sciences for Your Bachelor’s Degree?
Are you fascinated by the human mind and want to help people heal? With Liberty University’s School of Behavioral Sciences, you can earn your bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services, or social work and start on the path toward a rewarding human services career!
Our bachelor’s programs can be completed online, which allows you to stay connected with your work, family, and community while receiving a quality education. Our flexible and affordable 8-week course format helps you focus on fewer classes at once, helping your education fit into your schedule.
As a Christian university, our mission is to Train Champions for Christ. We fulfill our mission by equipping human services professionals with a quality education rooted in a Christian worldview. Our experienced faculty of human services professionals provide insights into the field and help you develop practical skills that build real-world solutions based on biblical principles and proven science. Apply today and become part of our mission to impact the world for Christ!
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America
What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Available Degrees
BS in Human Services
BS in Psychology
BS in Social Work
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 a Degree
At Liberty, you can strengthen your human services skills and accomplish something remarkable. Earning a degree isn’t just something you do – it can be an invaluable experience. Take a look at some other reasons why earning an online bachelor’s degree is worth it.
Return on Investment
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides valuable information on how a bachelor’s degree can impact salary prospects. Learn more!*
Employment Opportunities
Explore job outlook statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the following careers: social and community service managers** and social workers.***
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 Earnings and unemployment rates by educational attainment (viewed online April 8, 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 Social and Community Service Managers (viewed online April 8, 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 Social Workers (viewed online April 8, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
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.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of earning an online bachelor’s degree from Liberty?
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