Liberty University (Liberty) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Lynchburg, VA. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The Liberty's tuition & fees is $16,173 for the academic year 2024-2025. 79% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,200.
The school has a total enrollment of 104,327 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
Liberty's acceptance rate is 98.98% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 24.39%.
Liberty ranked 295th in National Universities and 22nd in Virginia Colleges rankings. Liberty University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Liberty University is $16,173. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,730.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $16,532 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,138.
| Undergraduate | $16,173 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $8,730 |
| Undergraduate | $16,532 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $9,138 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 98.98% Acceptance Rate / 24.39% Yield |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate » | 65% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 1% |
| Retention Rate | 80%(full-time), 11% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.56% (18 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 104,327 (52,961 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $7,200 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Liberty University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA 24515 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 434-582-2000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral / Research University (not R1, R2) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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