Master's in Political Science Online | General

Credit Hours

100% online, 8-week courses

Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Dates: January 19, 2026 | February 16, 2026 | March 23, 2026

Explore the True Nature of Politics with Liberty University’s Political Science Graduate Degree

Do you tend to keep up with the latest political news? Are you interested in understanding the economic components of the American government system? If that sounds like you, then our Master of Science (MS) in Political Science – General may be the right choice for you!

Liberty University’s master’s degree in political science online focuses on the rigorous and comprehensive study of politics. An online master’s degree in political science can help build upon various fundamental skills integral to a career as a political scientist. It will also challenge you to step outside of preconceived notions on politics and see the whole picture.

Do you want to advance research and scholarship on the nature and impact of politics in society? The skills you may gain in our MS in Political Science – General online can help you make lasting changes in American politics. This program can help prepare you to enter this field as an ethical leader of integrity.

Your officially conferred degree name will be Master of Science (MS) in Political Science – General.

Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026

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

Top 10 Reasons to Choose Liberty

Why Choose Liberty’s Master’s in Political Science Online?

Liberty University’s master’s degree in political science online seeks to help equip you with a solid understanding of all major influences on politics and government today. Throughout this degree, you can learn how domestic and international government structures and political processes influence one another. This program can also stretch your understanding of how historical and contemporary ideas impact politics.

Liberty University seeks to provide you with a high-caliber education taught by well-qualified educators. Your online MS in Political Science professors are experts in the field as well as in the content they teach. They are available to support you and answer any questions that may arise as you seek to understand the complexities of government and politics.

Our online master’s in political science degree can help equip you with the skills and confidence needed to operate as a statesman or stateswoman who values Christian principles. Prepare to impact your generation and generations to come.

What Will You Study in Our Graduate Degree in Political Science Online?

Throughout your master’s degree in political science online, you will receive a theoretical, broad-based approach to the study of government and politics. You’ll see how historical and contemporary ideas impact political processes and government structures. In addition to this, you can acquire a solid understanding of the philosophical and biblical influences impacting politics and government.

Students seeking a PhD would be well-served by this degree since it provides a more academic study of government and the political process. Our Master of Science in Political Science online is also ideal for students interested in diplomacy.

Courses in our MS in Political Science will cover topics such as markets and market failure, effects of public policy on economics and vice versa, past political philosophers, American foreign policy, and international governments. The material covered in our program does not limit itself to only American political issues, but branches out towards international concerns due to their potential impact.

You will have the chance to develop the skills and techniques needed to become an efficient writer and researcher for reports and data compilations used in forming important public policies. As a graduate of this online political science master’s degree with Liberty University, you can apply your newly gained knowledge and follow a biblical model of statesmanship as you pursue a career in the exciting world of politics.

Potential Career Opportunities

Featured Courses

Degree Information

Degree Completion Plan

Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.

Request Information

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.

Graduate Full Time	$580/Credit
Graduate Part Time	$645/Credit
Military Graduate	$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.

All Tuition & Fees

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Financial Aid Forms & Eligibility

Scholarship Opportunities

Admission Information for the Political Science Grad School Program

Admission Requirements

Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.

Preliminary Acceptance

If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:

Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.

Undergraduate Enrollment in Graduate Courses Policy

Transcript Policies

Unofficial College Transcript Policy

Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:

Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
Cumulative GPA
A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
Degree and date conferred (if applicable)

Official College Transcript Policy

An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.

If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.

Admissions Office Contact Information

Submit your application online or over the phone.

Start Online Application

Apply by phone: (800) 424-9595

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 graduate courses
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)

*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.

View Military Benefits

Frequently Asked Questions for Our Political Science Graduate Degree

What can you do with a master’s in political science?

The exciting thing about political science is its breadth and versatility. You could work in government agencies, private companies, or nonprofit organizations. This program can help you gain skills that can be used in nearly any field. Some of these skills include organization, communication, and analytical abilities.

Because this program teaches diverse skills, you can pursue many different job opportunities in all types of organizations.

In government, you could…

Become a legislative aide who works with Congress people or White House staff.
Run for political office as a city councilperson.
Work as a campaign manager or lobbyist to support your party and help people running for political office.

In private and nonprofit sectors, you could…

Be the social media manager for a company or business.
Teach students at a local college or university.
Work as a compliance manager who ensures a nonprofit is meeting requirements to maintain its nonprofit status.

How do I get a master’s in political science?

As you’re considering a political science degree, the good news is that there are a variety of ways for you to complete your program. At Liberty, our goal is to make the process as simple, efficient, and effective as possible for our online students.

Here is the basic breakdown for earning your political science master’s degree with Liberty University:

Apply to your program and submit the necessary documentation.
Register for your courses and secure your enrollment by completing Financial Check-In (FCI).
Complete all of the required courses 100% online with no set login times. The completion time for this degree is 36 credit hours.
Graduate!

Are you ready to change your future?

Apply Now

App Fee Waived This Week*

Request Information

*Some restrictions may occur for this promotion to apply. This promotion also excludes active faculty and staff, military, non-degree-seeking, DGIA, Continuing Education, WSB, and certificate students.

Choose a Program Level

Choose a program level

Associate

Bachelor’s

Master’s

Doctorate

Certificate

Select a Field of Study

Select a field of study

Select a Program

Select a program

Change

Legal First Name

Enter legal first name

Legal Last Name

Enter legal last name

Email

Enter an email address

Phone

Enter a phone number

Full Address

Enter an address

Apt., P.O. Box, or can’t find your address?Enter it manually instead.

Country

Select a Country

Street Address

Enter Street Address

City

Enter City

State

Enter State

ZIP/Postal Code

Enter Zip Code

Back to automated address search

Start my application now for FREE

You will be automatically taken to the application once you submit your request for information

By submitting contact information through this form, I agree that Liberty University and its affiliates may call and/or text me about its offerings by any phone number I have provided and may provide in the future, including any wireless number, using automated technology.

Message and data rates may apply. For additional information, text HELP to 49595 or 49596. You may opt-out at any time by sending STOP to 49595 or 49596. Visit for Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Chat Request Info Apply

Master of Science in Political Science – General Shaping Tomorrow’s Politics

Explore the True Nature of Politics with Liberty University’s Political Science Graduate Degree

What Sets Us Apart?

Why Choose Liberty’s Master’s in Political Science Online?

What Will You Study in Our Graduate Degree in Political Science Online?

Potential Career Opportunities

Featured Courses

Degree Information

Not sure what to choose?

Tuition & Aid

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Admission Information for the Political Science Grad School Program

Admission Requirements

Preliminary Acceptance

Undergraduate Enrollment in Graduate Courses Policy

Transcript Policies

Admissions Office Contact Information

Ready to Apply?

Military

Frequently Asked Questions for Our Political Science Graduate Degree

What can you do with a master’s in political science?

How do I get a master’s in political science?

Are you ready to change your future?

Request Information About a Program

Request Info About Liberty University Online

Choose a Program Level

Select a Field of Study

Select a Program

Next: Contact Info

Legal First Name

Legal Last Name

Email

Phone

Full Address

Country

Street Address

City

State

ZIP/Postal Code

Request Information