School Overview
Liberty University Online is one of the largest, non-profit, higher education institution in the country. Liberty University launched its online education program in 1985. Today there are almost 100 online degree programs offered via a flexible, virtual learning format at the certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.
Liberty University Online is well-known for its affordable education programs and superb student support. Liberty University Online was recently ranked No. 3 among accredited online colleges in the nation and has one of the highest graduation rates and student retention rates of any leading online university. Their educational curriculum is accredited, career-ready, and highly relevant for the vocation or profession you decide to pursue.
Liberty University programs are taught from a Christian perspective, ensuring you will never have to compromise your faith as you challenge your mind and prepare for your career. Liberty University’s has been Training Champions for Christ Since 1971.
Liberty University Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (434) 582-2000 |
| Website: | www.liberty.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | www.liberty.edu/apply |
| Address: | 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA 24515 |
| Setting: | Not available |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 75,756 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 50% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 19 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 7,990 (11% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Certificates, Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $21,292 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $21,292 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 96% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $10,768 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students
Liberty University Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at Liberty University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 7 | 1 | |||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | 4 | 2 | ||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 3 | 1 | 3 | ||
| Construction Trades | 1 | ||||
| Education | 8 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 1 |
| Engineering | 4 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | 1 | |||
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences | 3 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 2 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 5 | 1 | 3 | 2 | |
| History | 1 | 1 | |||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |
| Legal Professions and Studies | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | 2 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Military Technologies and Applied Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | 2 | |||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 1 | 2 | 1 | ||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | |
| Physical Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Precision Production | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 3 | 1 | 2 | ||
| Social Sciences | 1 | 3 | |||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 6 | 4 | 5 | 2 | |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | 2 | 1 | |||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 1 | 9 | 1 | ||
| Grand total | 36 | 18 | 70 | 34 | 5 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Online Programs & Distance Learning
See the distance education degree programs that are offered at Liberty University.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 4 | 3 | 3 | ||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 2 | 1 | |||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 3 | 1 | 2 | ||
| Education | 8 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 1 |
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 5 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 2 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Legal Professions and Studies | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Military Technologies and Applied Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | 2 | |||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 1 | 1 | |||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Psychology | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 3 | 1 | |||
| Social Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 6 | 5 | 2 | ||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 1 | 1 | |||
| Grand total | 36 | 13 | 12 | 26 | 5 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at Liberty University and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $21,292 |
| Out-of-state | $21,292 |
| Books and supplies | $1,771 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $8,430 |
| Out-of-state | $8,430 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2015-2016
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 3,574 | 96% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 3,513 | 95% | $10,768 |
| Student loan aid | 2,103 | 57% | $7,005 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 41,506 | 84% | $6,570 |
| Federal student loans | 31,462 | 64% | $7,891 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for Liberty University. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled Liberty University students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2017
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 35,627 | 14,133 | 21,494 | Percent admitted | 100% | 26% | 24% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 11% | 12% | 11% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary school GPA | |||
| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
| Admission test scores | |||
| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Liberty University Enrollment, Fall 2017
| Total Enrollment | 75,756 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 47,050 |
| Graduate enrollment | 28,706 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Liberty University Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, Accreditation Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
- Law (LAW) - Professional schools
- American Osteopathic Association, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation
- Osteopathic Medicine (OSTEO) - Programs leading to the D.O. degree
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
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