PhD in Public Policy Online Research in the Field of Public Policy
Shape Policy and Change Lives with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Policy
Imagine making a real and lasting difference in our nation and in the lives of our citizens. You know that Christ cares about the needs of all people, and you recognize the role public policy can play in meeting those needs. By conferring Liberty University’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Policy, you can gain the skills and knowledge you need to research and transform the world of public policy.
Public policy dictates every area of our lives — the economic climate of our nation, the education of children from all walks of life, the relationship between different countries, and even our national security. Changes in public policy have profound and far-reaching effects on people across the globe.
What Will You Study in Our PhD in Public Policy Online?
Combine your passion for policy with Liberty’s standard of academic excellence. Our professors look forward to sharing what they’ve learned from their wealth of experience while mentoring you throughout the dissertation process.
In the PhD in Public Policy, you can gain a biblical understanding of statesmanship that will form the foundation not only for your coursework but also for the way you engage with issues of public policy. From there, you will dive head-first into the institutions and issues shaping public policy today.
In our online PhD in public policy, you will:
- Compare the impact of nation-states in various historical eras to today’s era of globalization.
- Consider probability theory and hypothesis testing within the context of public policy decision-making.
- Consider the role of leaders tasked with protecting nations.
- Evaluate various models of policy analysis and implementation in relation to effectiveness, cost-effectiveness, constitutional principles, and statecraft.
- Examine how contemporary challenges such as modern reinterpretations of American constitutionalism have influenced policy formation.
- Explore the interplay between American state governments and the federal government at macro and micro levels.
- Practice discussing issues in a fluid fashion approximating a “think-tank” environment.
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Why Choose Liberty’s Online 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
Potential Careers for PhD in Public Policy Graduates
- Academic specialist
- Counterterrorism analyst
- Director of education policy
- Federal agent
- Government leader
- Intelligence analyst
- Policy researcher
- Professor (higher education)
- Public interest/advocacy group leader
- Senior public policy analyst
- Social scientist
Degree Options for the Public Policy PhD Program
As a student in Liberty’s PhD in Public Policy degree, you can choose either the general track or one of our specialized areas of study. Get more information about each option below!
Generalized Track (No Specialization)
Chinese Affairs
Economic Policy
Education Policy
Foreign Policy
National Security Policy
Social Policy
Not sure what to choose?
Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
| Doctoral Full Time | $595/Credit |
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| Doctoral Part Time | $650/Credit |
Eligible current and former military service members and their spouses may qualify for a special rate of $300/credit hour (learn more).
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
Military Tuition Discount
We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want – at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work toward your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession – for less.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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