BA in Government (National Security Studies)
Prepare for success in the multi-disciplined field of National Security. Get training in the areas of national defense, homeland security, counter-terrorism, and more with a B.A. in Government (National Security Studies) at Liberty University.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
August
Tuition Fee
$23,800 per year
Location
Lynchburg, United States
About the program
In addition to your foundational courses in the Government (National Security Studies) at Liberty University exposes you to a wide range of national security issues including strategy, lawmaking, implementation, and enforcement.
Here, you’ll explore internal and external threats to national security, such as terrorist activities and internal subversion and how to counter them. And, in our advanced intelligence analysis course (GOVT 498), you’ll have access to specialized computer hardware and software to conduct analysis of real-world issues.
Study under Christian faculty who share your passion for national and global security. And learn from leading national professionals on how to handle and solve national crises.
Courses included
- Critical Infrastructure Protection
- Political and Economic Development
- Counter-Terrorism
- Strategic Intelligence
- Composition and Rhetoric
- Inquiry
Career Opportunities
- Counter-Terrorism Agent
- Federal Agent
- Intelligence Analyst
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Department of Homeland Security Agent
- Military Officer
Minimum requirements
Admission decisions are competitive and are based primarily on the following factors:
- Cumulative (unweighted) GPA from high school or college
- GED scores (if applicable)
- Consistency and trends of grades
- Results from the SAT, ACT, or CLT
- Essay submission
50% of admitted students come from within the following mid-ranges:
- High School GPA: 3.15-3.83
- SAT (ERW* and math only): 1020-1220
- ACT composite: 20-27