Master of Arts (M.A.) in Geography
Prepare for a Variety of Geography-Related Careers with Liberty’s Online Master of Arts in Geography
Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Arts (M.A.) in Geography is designed to help equip you with advanced knowledge of geographic information systems and help you prepare for several career paths. This degree program consists of 8-week courses with no set login times and no required intensives – allowing you to remain committed to your job, family, and community as you pursue your education.
We don’t shortchange you when you pursue your degree online – we empower you. At Liberty, you’ll benefit from a top-notch academic community that boasts institutional accreditation, expert professors, world-class research resources, and networking opportunities with students from around the world. In addition, you can complete our master’s degree in geography in as little as 1.5 years – which means you won’t have to spend an extended amount of time working on your degree.
By partnering with us, you can earn a life-changing credential, enhance your job prospects, and gain valuable knowledge capable of serving you well for years to come. Become part of the Liberty family and discover what an M.A. in Geography can do for you.
What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Geography?
- Economic, transport, and military geography
- How people have historically used the study of geography
- The fundamentals of geographic information systems (GIS)
This degree program’s curriculum was carefully developed using extensive market research. The classes were handpicked with your success in mind, and each of our online geography courses is taught by an expert professor with years of experience. At Liberty, we bring the power of world-class education to your home.
Potential Careers for M.A. in Geography Graduates
- Cartographer
- Geographer
- Industrial developer
- Missionary
- Surveyor
Benefits of Pursuing Your M.A. in Geography with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online geography master’s degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- This degree program allows you to choose 3 elective courses.
- You can complete this geography master’s program in as little as 1.5 years!
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 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)
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 13, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC