MA in Public Policy (MAPP) – Campaigns and Elections Pioneering Change In The Political Landscape
Be a Positive Influence in Our Election Process by Earning a Master’s in Public Policy – Campaigns and Elections
Are you passionate about campaigns, political management, and elections? A master’s degree can help you achieve your goals! Conferring Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Public Policy (MAPP) – Campaigns and Elections can help set you on a career path in fundraising, data analysis, or political marketing.
Whether you are interested in increasing your earning potential or becoming a campaign manager or public relations specialist, our master’s degree in campaigns and elections management can help you stand head and shoulders above the competition.
With core courses in political philosophy and governance, you can strengthen your critical thinking skills and enrich your comprehension of electoral processes and campaign strategies. Our goal is to support you as both a student and a professional. The online Master of Arts in Public Policy degree was created as a joint effort between Liberty’s School of Law and Helms School of Government to give you a unique experience focused on shaping policy in governmental, legislative, and political areas.
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- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Public Policy Degree in Campaigns and Elections?
Liberty University’s online program in campaign and election management is designed to help integrate biblical principles into your professional life. Whether you are launching your career or pursuing positions of added responsibility, earning a degree in public policy from Liberty can help set you apart from the competition. Your professors are not only dedicated to your success, but they also wield advanced degrees and years of experience in politics and related fields. In addition, Liberty is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), so you can be confident that you are receiving a world-class education.
We believe that quality education should be accessible anytime, anywhere. That is why our Master of Arts in Public Policy – Campaigns and Elections is offered 100% online with no set login times. At Liberty, you can remain invested in your family, job, and community while studying. With classes that are 100% online, you can network and connect with your classmates and public policy professionals across the globe. Opportunities like these can lead to exciting opportunities.
What Will You Study in the Online MA in Public Policy – Campaigns and Elections?
The Master of Arts in Public Policy degree is designed to provide education in both law and government relating to public policy. This interdisciplinary approach creates a unique, rich course of study for you as you pursue your public policy degree. In addition to taking campaign management courses, you can learn from professors with experience as statesmen, leaders, and policymakers – who use their expertise to teach with authority.
Your professors know what it means to serve those around them because many of them have served in some capacity – whether within their local state offices or at the national level, our faculty have valuable real-life experience that they bring to the classroom. They can help guide you toward a more successful career while providing you with a Christ-centered approach to public policy. Whether you want to work on federal or local campaigns or serve in your state congressperson’s office, Liberty’s MA in Public Policy – Campaigns and Elections can be a valuable asset to you and your country.
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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 |
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| 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.
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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.
