Associate Degree Online Programs Foundation for the Future: Building Skills and Knowledge for Your Career

Pursue Your Career Goals with an Online Associate Degree from Liberty University

Are you excited about starting a new career? Do you want to bolster your skill set? An online associate degree program from Liberty can help!

By pursuing an online associate degree from Liberty University, you can build a solid foundation for your professional journey. Whether you are interested in businessparalegal studieshistorypsychologyeducation, or another area of study, Liberty has an associate degree for you. In addition, if you want to continue your education later on, you can potentially transfer many credits from one of our associate degrees into a bachelor’s degree!


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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 Associate Degree Programs

At Liberty, we have a wide variety of degrees designed to meet your aspirations. Check out our available online associate degree programs:


Top 1% For Online Programs

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 an Online Associate Degree

An online associate degree offers you a short-term pathway to higher education, making it an excellent option if you want to enter the workforce quickly or advance your current career. It provides foundational knowledge and skills that are crucial for various entry-level positions while also serving as a stepping stone for further education, helping you pursue your academic and career goals without significant time or financial investment.

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Return on Investment

An associate degree is an investment that can enrich your life professionally and personally. Many career fields are growing rapidly, and only the most dedicated professionals can do the job right. You’ll spend your time as a student studying, researching, and writing — and in some cases, getting practical experience.
What will you get in return? Earning a college degree has the potential to influence earnings – learn more.*

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Employment Opportunities

If your purpose for pursuing an associate degree is to gain new employment, you’re on the right track. The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates an overall increase in entry-level positions that require applicants to have an associate degree – learn more.**

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Convenience

Are you a working professional? Maybe you have a full-time job, a home, a family, and an active social life. Regardless of which program you choose, it’s important for your degree to fit your schedule. With an online associate degree, you’ll receive all the benefits of higher education without giving up the important commitments in your life. You can complete classes at your own pace, on your own time, and in the comfort of your own home.


Why Choose a Liberty University Online Associate Degree?

Earn an Associate Degree Online from a Top University

We offer online associate degree programs in areas such as businesseducationinformation systemscriminal justicemedical office assistantpsychology, and religion.

Take some time to explore our online associate degree programs and benefits. When you are ready, you can apply online or over the phone by calling (800) 424-9595. Our admissions counselors are here to help you plan a path to a career you love.

Earning an associate degree online is one of the quickest ways to earn a degree from Liberty University, one of the nation’s leading online universities. An online associate degree is a great choice if you want to set yourself apart in the job market from those who have only earned a high school diploma.

Liberty University offers online associate degree programs for students seeking an accredited degree without committing to a full bachelor’s. Our online associate degree programs typically have about half as many credit hours as our bachelor’s programs. If you decide to further your education later on, you can potentially transfer credits from your associate degree into one of our online bachelor’s degree programs.

Additionally, our online associate degrees are taught by industry leaders, so you can be confident that you’re receiving an education that is up to date with industry standards. By studying under professors with advanced degrees and years of experience in their respective fields, you can be confident that you are receiving a world-class education.


Potential Careers with an Online Associate Degree

Most people desire to earn a degree that can help open the door to more job opportunities. You can become better prepared to pursue a wider range of career options by completing your associate degree at Liberty.

If you earn your associate degree from Liberty University, you may be able to transfer all of your credit hours into a bachelor’s degree with us, so you could complete a bachelor’s degree in less time. And, if you’re transferring into one of our associate programs from another school, you can potentially transfer in up to 75% of the total credits required for the degree.

Here are just some of the jobs you may be able to pursue once you have completed your associate degree:


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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