Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Policy – General Track
Prepare for Senior Roles in Government with a Ph.D. in Public Policy
With Liberty University’s 100% online Ph.D. in Public Policy, you can be prepared to address some of the most important policy issues facing your community and our nation. The purpose of our Ph.D. in Public Policy is to prepare you for senior roles at all levels of government and in every sector of society where expertise in crafting effective legislation and regulations is needed to create more opportunities and protect biblical values of life and liberty.
The courses you study through Liberty University’s Ph.D. in Public Policy will enable you to lead the charge in critical decision-making for more efficient, responsible, and ethical governance. The biblical principles forming the core of your coursework will emphasize the importance of applying Christian ethical standards to management practices for a better, brighter future for our country.
What Will You Study in the Ph.D. in Public Policy?
- Economics and public policy
- Foundations of statesmanship and public policy
- Foreign policy, globalization, and statesmanship
- Policy analysis and statesmanship
Healthcare, taxation, immigration, and international relations are just some of the issues public policy addresses. After completing this program, you will have gained the historical and philosophical background needed to help shape public policy from a Christian worldview. Our program is unique in that it offers you points of biblical integration and application and speaks specifically to the biblical perspective on public policy and statesmanship.
You may also be interested in exploring our Ph.D. in Public Policy specializations, such as social policy or education policy.
Potential Careers for Ph.D. in Public Policy Graduates
- Professor (higher education)
- Public interest/advocacy group leader
- Researcher
- Senior public policy analyst
Highlights of Our Ph.D. in Public Policy Program
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:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online Ph.D. 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
- You can complete our online Ph.D. in Public Policy in as little as 3 years.
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. Here’s how:
- If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
- If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
600+ Online Degrees
With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
No tuition increase for 9 years
We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.
Popular Degrees
All Areas of Interest
Arts & Sciences
Aviation
Behavioral Sciences
Business
Communication & Design
Criminal Justice
Education
Engineering & Computer Science
Health Sciences
Law & Government
Music & Worship
Nursing
Religion & Seminary
Hear from our Graduates
“The best part of my LU experience has been my growing faith formation through my developing educational understanding, as an aspiring school administrator.”
Megan Schultz, EdD School Administration & Supervision
“Liberty offers an affordable, Christ-centered education, honoring the foundations of our country. I have learned how to apply a Biblical worldview to my work in public policy while adequately knowing history and the founding documents of United States.”
Morgan Schlesselman, Master’s in Public Policy
“There have been so many highly qualified professors who have sown generously into my academic endeavors at Liberty that encouraged me when I felt like giving up.”
James, Master of Divinity
