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Master of Arts in Global Studies
Engage the World with Our Master’s in Global Studies Degree
Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Arts in Global Studies degree qualifies you to work in ministry positions spanning the globe. Courses within our master’s in global studies degree will help you gain insight into the unique dynamics that come with living and working overseas. Each course within this online master’s degree program is taught from a biblical perspective by professors with both ministry and international experience, capable of cultivating your spiritual walk as well as provide mentorship for successful outcomes.
We are confident that a master’s degree in global studies will help reinforce the vital role that prayer and walking in the fullness of the spirit play in the process of fulfilling the Great Commission. The knowledge and skills you gain from our master’s in global studies degree will help you efficiently navigate any career you choose in the global studies field.
Are you ready to answer the calling to fulfill the Great Commission by taking your ministry globally? We know you have big dreams! Let us partner with you to make these dreams a reality! Our master’s degree in global studies prepares you to serve a vital role in global outreach, equipped to serve as a church planter or missions agency leader or pastor.
What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Global Studies Degree
Our Master of Arts in Global Studies is designed to provide you with the tools and skills needed to serve in cross-cultural contexts. You will be equipped with the communication and writing skills required for global involvement and cultural understanding. Our online education program provides a biblical and theological basis for global involvement and provides an examination of cultures, world religions, and worldviews as well as:
- World religions survey
- Cultural anthropology
- Contextualization and global thought
Potential Career Options with a Master’s in Global Studies Degree
- Cross-cultural workers
- Global non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) service
- Faith-based international development and aid workers
- Global refugee work
- Church-based global mobilizers & leaders
Benefits of Choosing Liberty University’s Global Studies Degree
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 Master of Arts in Global Studies degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Liberty University’s Rawlings School of Divinity has been accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your divinity degree has been approved by ATS and has met rigorous accreditation standards, so you can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
- Your ministry matters – so when you take 9-15 credit hours per semester in your divinity program, you’ll pay a discounted block rate of $2,750. It’s our way of supporting all you do to serve others.
- 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.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for many divinity courses* all for one convenient fee.
- You can complete our Master of Arts in Global Studies online in as little as 1 year!
- Due to its flexible & affordable online format, you can continue your ministry while obtaining valuable applications for transformation into a valued leader in the field. You may also be interested in exploring our master’s degree in Christian apologetics, Christian ministry, religion, or divinity.
*Electronic textbooks are not provided for courses that fall under departments outside the School of Divinity.
Master’s in Global Studies 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)
- Discounted Divinity Block Rate: $2,475 per semester – only $165/credit from 9 to 15 credit hours!*
- 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)
*Credits taken above 15 credit hours for the Master of Arts in Global Studies are charged at the part-time rate
Credit Hours
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Feb 10, 2025
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting
Maximize Your Time
- 100% online programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level.*
- Earn credit for prior learning.
- Transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree.
- Transfer in up to 50% of a master’s degree.
* excludes licensure, certification, and some doctoral programs
Your goals on your time
We are committed to helping you achieve your goals and complete your degree as quickly as possible. One of our admissions counselors is ready to assist you with starting the process.
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Why Choose Liberty University?
Prepare for a Career
Go from merely surviving in your current job to thriving in the career of your dreams.
Enjoy Flexible Courses
Complete assignments at your own pace, at a time convenient to you within each week.
Access Academic Support
Access our electronic and print resources through the Jerry Falwell Library, writing resources, study aids, and IT support.
Grow in Your Faith
Each of our programs is grounded in biblical principles, and our professors consider teaching to be more than a job – it’s their calling.
Liberty’s online courses give you the ability to choose when and where you study.
Financing Options
Financial Aid
87% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid.
Tuition Discounts
Available for military service members, including active duty, reserve, veterans, and their spouses, as well as emergency response personnel.
Corporate Tuition Assistance
Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay for your classes.
Other Payment Options are Available
Contact one of our admissions counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.
An Accredited Private Education Made for You
As a nonprofit university, we have been pioneering distance education since 1985 and offer a unique and proven approach to online education.
Along with our advanced accreditations, we also have been recognized by the following organizations for our excellence in education.
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.