Liberty University
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About Liberty University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Evangelical Christian
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Liberty University is a large private university located on an urban campus in Lynchburg, Virginia. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 52,823, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The university offers 111 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 63%, and a student-faculty ratio of 18:1. Tuition and fees for students are $15,015.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile21-29
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1050-1270
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
104k
Students enrolled
92%
Online student enrollment
18:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
50%
Unknown
21%
Black
15%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
30% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
241
Total Online Enrollment
94,674
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.92% online, 8% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
23% On-campus
77% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates96% online
Associate81% online
Bachelor's47% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's93% online
Doctorate89% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $15,015 | $15,015 |
| Graduate | $7,740 | $7,740 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,599 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,919 |
| On-campus other expenses | $6,940 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,411 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $8,230 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $6,942 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $36,473 | $36,473 |
| Off-campus without family | $35,255 | $35,255 |
| Off-campus with family | $23,556 | $23,556 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
30%
State Grant Aid
19%
Institution Grant Aid
97%
Pell Grant
30%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$36k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Softball
- Swimming Diving
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 12 | History. | |||
| 13 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 14 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 15 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 16 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 17 | Military Technologies And Applied Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 19 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 20 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 21 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 22 | Psychology. | |||
| 23 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 24 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 25 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 26 | Transportation And Materials Moving. | |||
| 27 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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