MA in Humanitarian and Human Rights – Disaster Relief Make a Difference
Learn to Advocate for Human Rights and Offer Emotional and Spiritual Care to Those Facing Disasters on a Global Scale
Does ministering to those who are suffering from disaster sound like a meaningful way for you to serve? If you are looking for ways to respond to the growing needs of your community and the people of the world, then Liberty’s Master of Arts (MA) in Humanitarian Action and Human Rights – Disaster Relief is a great place to start. Gain the knowledge and skills you need to help care for those affected by disaster situations.
Through this program, you can become equipped to serve as a professional Christian worker through your church or faith-based non-governmental organizations (NGOs). This program incorporates industry-standard best practices that can prepare you for positions on a disaster response team or other areas that require a broad knowledge of human rights and humanitarian aid. You will also see how the local church is uniquely positioned to assist those in the greatest need.
In addition to the skills you will gain in disaster relief, you will also learn about human rights at both local and global levels. Our faculty have years of experience in their respective fields, and their mission is to bolster your abilities and prepare you for success.
Accreditation
Liberty Theological Seminary, as part of Liberty University’s John W. Rawlings School of Divinity, is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your seminary degree is approved by ATS and has met rigorous accreditation standards, so you can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
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- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Disaster Relief Human Rights Degree?
If you are a busy professional, this degree is perfect for you. It is offered 100% online, and the classes have no set login times. This enables you to complete your courses wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for you without neglecting your other priorities — like your family, job, and community.
Completing the disaster relief specialization is a great way to launch a new career internationally. At Liberty, you can gain skills that prepare you for leadership positions and provide you with knowledge of the overall scope of disaster relief operations. No matter what your goals are, our disaster management master’s degree provides the affordable tuition rates, real-world training, and top-notch curriculum you need for effective emergency management and spiritual care.
Get the Tools You Need for Ministry Success – Included with Your Program
As a student at Liberty University, you get access to the Logos Bible app at no extra cost. If you’re in a Rawlings School of Divinity program, you receive a Logos Max subscription – unlocking a robust library of biblical and theological resources while you study.
The majority of our Liberty Theological Seminary master’s programs even integrate Logos into your courses, teaching you how to use it effectively and giving you additional resources and training to help you dig deeper into Scripture and prepare for ministry.
What Will You Study in Our Human Rights – Disaster Relief Master’s Program?
In this human rights program, you can examine the historical and theoretical foundations of global engagement and learn how to meet the needs of a culturally diverse world. You’ll also analyze some of the international declarations and resolutions of the United Nations Human Rights Council. The skills you gain from studying various cultures and learning how to communicate across borders can help you as you develop plans for assisting diverse populations in disaster situations.
The disaster relief specialization will focus on teaching you useful knowledge such as:
- Application of theoretical concepts of crisis response and critical incidents
- Choosing and prioritizing intervention areas
- Developing interventions and activities
- Identifying program goals along with transition or exit strategies
- The effects of stress and trauma on people and organizations
- Using data in problem analysis
Additionally, you will examine the role of faith-based organizations, communities, and pastors in the care of the emotional and spiritual health of individuals and communities following a disaster. Understanding the life cycle of a disaster and the different types of trauma that come with it will be especially helpful as you collaborate with mental health professionals and faith-based services.
Upon graduation, you can be better equipped to help others in need of relief from disasters – both locally and around the world – while maintaining control of scenarios that may endanger human rights.
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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 many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee.
*Electronic textbooks are not provided for PACO courses or courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.
| Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,850 |
|---|---|
| Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (1-8.99 or over 15 credit hours) | $410/Credit |
| Military Grad & Postgrad Divinity Block Rate (9-15 credit hours) | $2,575 |
| Military Grad & Postgrad Divinity Part Time (1-8.99 or over 15 credit hours) | $290/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 – $290 per credit hour for part-time graduate and postgraduate divinity courses
- Discounted divinity block rate – $2,575 per semester*
- Additional discount for veterans who serve 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)
*Credits taken below 9 and above 15 credit hours per semester are charged at the part-time rate.
**Not applicable to certificates, postgraduate, or doctoral programs.
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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