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Address: 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, Virginia 24515
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Phone Number: 434-582-2000
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Website: www.liberty.edu
About
Liberty University is one of the largest private non-profit university in the United States and one of the Best Christian universities in the world, it boasts more than 110,000 students with more than 95,000 students in online courses and 15,000 students at its Lynchburg campus.
After establishing Lynchburg Christian day academy, Jerry Lamon Falwell Sr. founded Liberty University in 1971 for evangelical believers. Right since its inception, the university has emphasized on its mission of “Training Champions for Christ”. In its early years, the university was held afloat financially by major donors only.
In 1985, the university began a distance learning program by mailing VHS tapes to students. This was the forerunner to Liberty University's current online education program. When high-speed Internet connections became more widespread around 2005, Liberty began to offer online courses to a larger adult population. As of 2017, the university's endowment stands at more than $1 billion and gross assets are in excess of $2 billion.
University offers both residential and online courses which tailored for associate, bachelors, masters, or doctoral degree to match your area of interest while studying at their Central Virginia campus or globally online. Certificates are also available at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Get detailed information about admissions. financial aid and more n the further sections.
Being the pioneer in the long-distance and online education since the 80's the Liberty University online offers as many as 280 online degree programs and various programs with flexible curriculum all of which can be accessed online.
The university provides diverse courses that are fully available online and the fees are lesser as compared to other universities.
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The online degrees are all accredited and the credits can be transferred conveniently with credits being provided for military experiences.
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The university offers programs in Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral levels online along with Graduate Certificate and Undergraduate Certificate courses.
- A strong online faith community helps in getting together like-minded students.
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Regardless of relocation, the students can always access and stay up-to-date in their classes.
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There is a total of 24 online minors available for undergraduates which include Aviation, Communications, Education, History, Information Technology, Nursing, and many others.
- Convenient 8-week format courses are offered to suit the schedule of the students.
Learn about the Reviews for Liberty University
Students have found the university supportive and flexible. Other reviews are given below.
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The university provides military and veteran-friendly atmosphere which is well appreciated by the students.
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The faculty is approachable and the curriculum structure is easy to access as its 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio helps in better bonding.
- Although generally, most of the student appreciate the flexibility, there is quite some number of students who reported facing hardship while taking up the courses due to speed or unavailability.
Liberty University Rankings
The College Monk has ranked the university #9 in top 10 Best Online Colleges and Universities in the US.
Rankings from US News
Here are some of the rankings given to Liberty University by the US News.
- Ranked among the Best Online Colleges in the U.S. for 2019
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144th in 'Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs'
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230-301 in 'National Universities'
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46th in 'Best Online Graduate Criminal Justice Programs'
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126th in 'Best Graduate Nursing Programs'
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63rd in 'Best Online MBA Programs for Veterans'.
Rankings from Forbes
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622nd in 'Top Colleges'
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153rd in the 'South'
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245th in 'Research Universities
Overview
Institution Type |
(4 Years) Private Not-For-Profit |
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Headquartered at |
Lynchburg, Virginia |
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FAFSA/Federal School Code |
010392 |
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Institutional Accreditation |
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Programmatic Accreditation |
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Religious Affiliation |
Christian |
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Historically Black College or University |
No |
Data Source: www.liberty.edu, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS, Federal Student Aid, CHEA.
Accreditation
The university is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). In addition to regional accreditation, many programs that are offered by the university are programmatically accredited.
Programmatic Accreditations
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Accounting and Business Management Degrees have been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
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Law Degree has been accredited by the Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admission to the Bar, American Bar Society.
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Human Service Degrees have been accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counselling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
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Music Degrees are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music Commission on Accreditation.
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Nursing Degrees are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
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Social Work Degrees are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Commission on Accreditation.
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Degrees in Education have been accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Statistics
| Student Faculty Ratio | 19: 1 | |
| Retention Rate | Full Time: 83 % | Part Time: 39 % |
| Total Population | 75,756 | |
| Student Population | Full Time: 36,555 | Part Time: 39,201 |
| Gender Division | Male: 41 % | Female: 59 % |
Graduation Rate
Male: 47 %
Female: 54 %
Total Graduation Rate: 51 %
Graduation rate with bachelors degree completed
Race & Ethnicity
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS for Fall 2016.
Majors and Online Programs
Liberty University offers 183 online programs across 25 Majors
Accounting
Offering 3 programs accross 3 degrees
Education
Offering 28 programs accross 4 degrees
Aviation
Offering 2 programs accross 1 degrees
Theology
Offering 34 programs accross 4 degrees
Business Management
Offering 28 programs accross 4 degrees
Human Services
Offering 27 programs accross 2 degrees
Criminal Justice
Offering 7 programs accross 2 degrees
Music
Offering 4 programs accross 1 degrees
Political Science
Offering 2 programs accross 1 degrees
Fine Arts
Offering 2 programs accross 2 degrees
History
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Health Science
Offering 2 programs accross 2 degrees
Information Technology
Offering 8 programs accross 2 degrees
Interdisciplinary Studies
Offering 2 programs accross 2 degrees
Nursing
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Paralegal Studies
Offering 2 programs accross 2 degrees
Behavioral Sciences
Offering 2 programs accross 1 degrees
Psychology
Offering 8 programs accross 3 degrees
Public Administration
Offering 8 programs accross 2 degrees
Sociology
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Information Systems
Offering 5 programs accross 2 degrees
Law
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Media Studies
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Military
Offering 3 programs accross 2 degrees
Biomedical Science
Offering 1 programs accross 1 degrees
Admissions
Liberty University Acceptance Rate is 30%
| Undergraduate Application Fee | $25 |
| Graduate Application Fee | $48 |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS for Fall 2017.
| Total Applicants | 35,627 |
| Total Applicants Admitted | 8,687 |
| Applicants Enrolled | 4,048 |
| Full time Applicants Enrolled | 3,377 |
| Part Time Applicants Enrolled | 671 |
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Recommended |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) | Required |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS for Fall 2016.
| Number of students submitting SAT scores | 2,172 | |
| Number of students submitting ACT scores | 1,648 | |
| Percent of students submitting SAT scores | 54% | |
| Percent of students submitting ACT scores | 41% | |
| SAT Math | 535 average | 470 - 600 range |
| SAT Critical Reading | 525 average | 460 - 590 range |
| SAT Writing | 515 average | 450 - 580 range |
| ACT Composite | 23 average | 20 - 27 range |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS for Fall 2015-2016.
Liberty University is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year.
To be better prepared for the curriculum at the college, the following requirements are preferred.
- 4 units of English
- 2-3 years of college preparatory mathematics
- 2 years of laboratory science
- 2 years of social science
- 2 years of foreign language
- At least 4 units of elective credits
Admission decisions are competitive and are based primarily on the following factors
- Consistency and trends of grades.
- Cumulative GPA from high school or college.
The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Liberty University was 3.37 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. Applicants need to submit the online application. High School GPA range: 3.15-3.83. Those applicants with a GPA below 3.0, must submit a letter of recommendation.
- International Applicants must submit standardized test scores of English Proficiency.
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Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Internet-Based Test or iBT - 61
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International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - 6.0
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Pearson Test of English (PTE) - 51
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International Test of English Proficiency Academic Plus (iTEP) - 3.9
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- GED scores (if applicable)
- Essay submission:
The essay helps the college authority to connect with the applicant on a personal level.
The topics for the essay to be written about are simple.1. Describing your faith and belief will contribute to your college search process.
2. How will you contribute to the mission to develop Christian leaders at Liberty University?
- Results from the SAT
Liberty University typically requires applicants to be in the top 37 percent of SAT test-takers. We estimate some students could be accepted with SATs as low as 1020. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshmen is 1220 out of 1600.Old SAT (math and critical reading only): 950-1170 (Prior to March 2016). New SAT (Evidence-based Reading and Writing and Math only): 1020-1220.
- Results from the ACT
Admission data indicates that Liberty University regularly accepts students with ACT scores of 21 and above.
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Note
- For Liberty University RN to B.S.N. / RN to B.S.N. to M.S.N. degree programs, applicants must provide
- RN licensure in the state of residence (copy of licensure document)
- A graduate of an NLN accredited nursing program with an associate's degree or diploma in nursing.
- Military transfer students should request military transcripts for admission.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Financial Aid and assistance are available for the students in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans and work-study.
Students looking for financial aid facilities can fill the FAFSA form and apply for the same.
Grants are a type of financial aid which a student doesn't have to repay back. Several grants are based on financial need, and many grants take factors such as academic performance, and/or residential status and academic degree program into consideration.
Around 96% of the students at the university are entitled to some kind of financial assistance. Liberty University Financial Aid and Scholarships include.
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Federal Aid includes Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, TEACH Grant, Direct Unsubsidized Loan, Direct PLUS Loan, and Direct Subsidized Loan.
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Institutional Aid awarded include Liberty Supplemental Grant, Liberty Scholars Grant Program, and the Liberty Advantage Scholarship.
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State Aid is also provided such as VTAG, Virginia Two Year College Transfer Grant, Brown v. Board of Education Scholarship, West Virginia Convention of Southern Baptists (WVCSB), and Southern Baptist Conservatives of Virginia (SBCV).
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Military Aid includes the Virginia Army National Guard (VaARNG) Scholarship, Yellow Ribbon Program.
Contact the university to know more about financial aid information. The Financial Aid Office Phone Number is (434) 582-2270.
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Federal Aid
| Federal Grants | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Pell Grant | $4,290 | Undergraduate Student, U.S Citizen or an Eligible Non- Citizen | October 1st, 2019 |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant | $800 | Undergraduate student,Eligible for Federal Pell Grant,Enrolled atleast half-time | October 1st, 2019 |
| TEACH Grant | $1,141 | Undergraduate or Graduate student, enrolled in TEACH Grant Eligible major, Minimum of 3.25 CGPA | October 1st, 2009 |
| Federal Loans | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Direct Unsubsidized Loan | $5,545 | U.S citizen or an eligible noncitizen,Enrolled at least half-time | October 1st, 2019 |
| Direct PLUS Loan | $5,545 | U.S citizen or an eligible noncitizen, Enrolled at least half-time, Should not have an adverse credit history | October 1st, 2019 |
| Direct Subsidized Loan | $5,545 | U.S citizen or an eligible noncitizen,Enrolled at least half-time | October 1st, 2019 |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
Scholarships and Grants
| Institutional Grants | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Liberty Supplemental Grant | $1,000 | Residential undergraduate student, enrolled full-time, Based on Expected Family Contribution (EFC) | October 1st, 2019 |
| Liberty Scholars Grant Program | $1,700 | New Resident Undergraduate student, Enrolled full-time | October 1st, 2019 |
| Institutional Scholarships | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Liberty Advantage | $9,109 | Should be enrolled full-time, Completion an annual online form | October 1st, 2019 |
Data Source: www.liberty.edu, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
State Grants and Scholarships
| State Grants | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant (VTAG) | $1,650 | Virginia domiciled resident, Awarded only for qualifying majors | October 1st, 2019 |
| Virginia Two Year College Transfer Grant | $1,000 | Undergraduate in-state student, Virginia domiciled resident, Selective Service requirements,Minimum of 3.0 CGPA | October 1st, 2019 |
| State Scholarships | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Brown v. Board of Education Scholarship | $1,000 | Undergraduate or graduate student, Virginia domiciled resident | October 1st, 2019 |
| West Virginia Convention of Southern Baptists (WVCSB) | $9,109 | Awarded to only one WVCSB senior and one youth pastor | October 1st, 2019 |
| Southern Baptist Conservatives of Virginia (SBCV) | $9,109 | Awarded to only one SBCV youth and one senior pastor | October 1st, 2019 |
Data Source: www.liberty.edu, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
Military and Veteran Benefits
| Military Scholarships | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Virginia Army National Guard (VaARNG) Scholarship | $2,000 | Current soldier in the VaARNG. Should be full-time enrollment | Varies |
| Army Health Professions Scholarship Program | $2,000 | Servicemembers who have served on active duty, honorably discharged Veteran, discharged with a service-connected disability. | Varies |
| Military Financial Aid | Award per year | Eligibilty | Application Deadline |
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| Yellow Ribbon Program | $6,077 | Honorably Discharged from the military. Served 30 days after Sep10th, 2001 | May 15th, 2020 |
| Tuition Assistance | $2,278 | Honorably Discharged from the military. Served 30 days after Sep10th, 2001 | Varies |
Data Source: www.liberty.edu, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
Federal Aid based on family income
| Family Income | Average Federal Aid per year |
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| Under $30,000 | $24,375 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $22,528 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $24,551 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $27,125 |
| Over $110,000 | $27,121 |
Data Source: U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
| Federal, State or Institutional Aid Awarded | Percent | Avg Amount per year |
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| Undergraduate students awarded Pell grants | 47% | $3,716 |
| Federal, State or Institutional aid awarded for Full-time, first-time undergraduates | 95% | $10,768 |
| Federal Grant awarded for full-time, first-time undergraduates | 33% | $4,674 |
| Institutional Grant awarded for full-time, first-time undergraduates | 88% | $9,109 |
| Students Loans awarded for full-time, first-time undergraduates | 57% | $7,005 |
| Federal Students Loans awarded for full-time, first-time undergraduates | 56% | $5,577 |
| Average aid awarded as grant or scholarship | $ 24,794 |
| Post-9/11 GI Bill Award | Number of Students | Amount per year |
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| Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits | 13,866 | $2,713 |
| Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits - undergraduate students | 8,594 | $3,295 |
| Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits - graduate students | 5,272 | $1,765 |
Data Source: www.liberty.edu, U.S. Department of Education - IPEDS survey data for 2016 - 2017.
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