D.P.P. – Social Policy

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s D.P.P. in Social Policy Doctoral Degree?

• Conduct impactful public policy research that directly addresses real-world issues and challenges 
• Develop practical skills for analyzing, evaluating, and implementing public policy initiatives
• Explore the roles of public policy institutions and actors
• Gain a deep understanding of the constitutional roots and Christian values that shape American government

In the Doctor of Public Policy – Social Policy degree, you can gain an in-depth look into how policies are shaped and enacted in the United States. You’ll begin by studying the historical roots and constitutional framework that make the American system unique. This knowledge can help provide you with the tools to analyze and solve policy problems, helping you create solutions that meet the needs of communities.

As you progress, you can learn how different institutions and political figures work together to shape public policy. You’ll study advanced research techniques – like data analysis and program evaluation – so you can assess what is and isn’t working in today’s policies. These skills are crucial for understanding how to improve or create initiatives that bring about change.

Potential Careers for Public Policy Doctoral Degree – Social Policy Graduates

• Community program director
• Government affairs specialist
• Legislative analyst
• Nonprofit executive director
• Policy advisor
• Public policy consultant
• Social policy advocate

Benefits of Pursuing Your D.P.P. – Social Policy Degree 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:

• 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 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.
• Learn from a Christian perspective, integrating faith with real-world public policy solutions.
• Benefit from expert studying under faculty who have extensive experience in public policy and social advocacy.
• Earn your degree from a university accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
• Semester-long capstone courses emphasize preparation for professional practice.

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!