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Liberty University

Liberty University is a large, private institution located in Lynchburg, va. Founded in 1971, Liberty University offers undergraduate degrees in 209 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 48,408 undergraduates
cost $16,203
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Admissions

Will I get into Liberty University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 99.3%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average 25
Average high school GPA 3.59
Application fee $50
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Liberty University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 18:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
18 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Other
Social Sciences and Psychology
Law and Legal Studies
Education and Teaching
Health and Medical Professions
Computer Science and Information Technology

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Psychology, General
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Religion/Religious Studies

Tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $16,203
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,350
Books & supplies $1,309
Other expenses $6,328
Cost of attendance* $36,190
Financial aid package $17,037
Estimated cost $19,153 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $16,203
Additional expenses
Room & board $12,350
Books & supplies $1,309
Other expenses $6,328
Cost of attendance* $36,190
Financial aid package $17,037
Estimated cost $19,153 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Liberty University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 48,408, with gender binary students split 44% male and 56% female.

Total enrollment

50,934

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
55%
African American %
9%
Hispanic American %
7%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
23%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Liberty University, students love their Campus Serve, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA 24515
phone 434-582-2000
address https://www.liberty.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Campus serve

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Liberty University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Liberty University?

Liberty University is located in Lynchburg, va.

What is the acceptance rate at Liberty University? 

The acceptance rate for Liberty University is 99%.

What’s the average GPA for Liberty University?

The average high school GPA for Liberty University students was 3.59.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Liberty University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Liberty University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $144,760.

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