School of Behavioral Sciences
Make An Impact
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Training Behavioral Sciences Students to Be Champions for Christ
Get a Degree in the Behavioral Sciences at a Christian University
Prepare to lead the way as you impact lives in the behavioral sciences field. The School of Behavioral Sciences at Liberty University approaches the study of human behavior by integrating scientific research, social practice, and the Christian faith. Here, we’ll help you develop the soft skills and gain the credentials you’ll need for success in this rapidly growing career field.
Choose from degree programs in Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work all taught from a Christian worldview.
Learn from experienced professors who are grounded in their faith and who share your passion for impacting lives and helping others.
Our Top Behavioral Sciences Degrees
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
60 Credit hours
Specializations
Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
126 Credit hours
Specializations
M.A. in Marriage & Family Counseling
60 Credit hours
5 Specializations
B.S. in Psychology
120 Credit hours
11 Specializations
M.S.W. in Social Work
60 Credit hours
2 Specializations
Meet Your Dean
Kenyon Knapp
Dean, School of Behavioral Sciences
“I am grateful for the opportunity to … help lead a group of stellar faculty in the School of Behavioral Sciences, and I also deeply resonate with the mission of Liberty to Train Champions for Christ.”
– Dr. Kenyon Knapp, Dean
School of Behavioral Sciences Departments
Kali Psychi Publication
Kali Psychi (The Good Mind or Soul) is published online once a term. In this publication, you’ll get:
- A message from our dean
- Program updates
- Graduate spotlights
- Faculty news
- And more!
School of Behavioral Sciences Facts & Figures
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What Behavioral Sciences Alumni are Saying
Liberty School of Behavioral Sciences in the News
A group of students and faculty from Liberty University’s Department of Social Work were immersed in multiple cultures while learning their unique approaches to social work during last month’s Spring Break trip to Portugal, Spain, Gibraltar, and Morocco through LU…
April 8, 2025
Accreditation for Liberty University
Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees, as well as certificates at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Liberty University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (https://www.sacscoc.org/).