Liberty University

Liberty University Overview

Liberty University is a private, religious school in the suburban setting of Lynchburg, Virginia. Liberty University was founded in 1971 and the school enrolls around 15,460 students per year, which includes 13,512 undergraduate students. Liberty University ensures on-campus housing for up to 7,888 students. The majority of students live on campus. On the weekends, about 80% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Liberty University!

Are you interested in music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of the school's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? Liberty University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Liberty University does not have any greek life opportunties.

Planning to play sports? Liberty University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Liberty University on the Student Life page.

2022 Liberty University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.6
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	44%
Tuition	$23,800
Percent of Need Met	57%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$16,497

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Is Liberty University a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" varies. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a better idea of what Liberty University offers and if the college seems like a good choice for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Liberty University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. Retention measures how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 85% of first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Liberty Universityare still enrolled their sophomore year. Around 72% of students who started at Liberty University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Liberty University Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Check with Liberty University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Liberty University

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Liberty University meets 57% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $16,497 a year.

Students in the class of 2022 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $22,246 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Liberty University.

Based on this information, does Liberty University seem like a good fit? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Liberty University a good school for you?

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Where is Liberty University Located?

Liberty University is located in the suburban setting of Lynchburg, Virginia, less than an hour from Roanoke.

If you would like to see Liberty University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Highway 460 to Lynchburg, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Lynchburg Regional.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Liberty University and Lynchburg are like without leaving home.

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