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Liberty University Online

Online Degree Programs at Liberty University

About Liberty University Online

Liberty is the world's largest evangelical university. With a population of over 40,000 students from around the world, more than 31,000 of those study online. We are committed to providing students with core values and the highest quality education in a distinctly Christian environment. More than 36 degree programs are offered.

Liberty University is:

  • Flexible — access to your education 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from anywhere in the world.
  • Affordable — tuition rates among the lowest in the country when compared to other universities.
  • Reputable — accredited locally and nationally, ensuring that you receive the highest quality education possible.
  • Ethical — built upon a foundation of Christian values, our educational programs give you the ethical standards that many employers look for today.

When you become a member of the Liberty family, you can be sure that you're not only getting the quality education to further your career aspirations, but also earning a degree with a Christian purpose. Although our 31,000 online learners are spread across the country and around the world, they are never far from Liberty's vast online support network.

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Business students from Liberty University

I'm thankful for the excellent education I received through the online MBA program.

It has allowed me to further succeed within my corporation and has given me the tools to solve issues that no one else in the whole company could complete. I have grown by 15 percent in my income level also!

Brett Larson — MBA


Psychology degree students

Liberty's Online Program allowed me to get an accredited Psychology degree at my convenience.

The schedule was flexible and the online library resources were awesome. I am now receiving an extra 6 percent at work because of my Liberty degree. I grew both intellectually and spiritually because of Liberty's emphasis on education from a Christian perspective.

Robert N. Betancourt — BS in Psychology


General studies degree student

Liberty University Online, is the most economically, cost sufficient, regionally accredited University that offers the most superb quality Christian Education available in the United States.

Even though the cost of living is constantly increasing, Liberty University Online tuition is remaining stable. Enroll today; you won't regret it!!!

Kelvin Gratton — AA in General Studies


Liberty — A military friendly university

Liberty University: Military Friendly

Liberty University is a military-friendly university, servicing all branches of the military with over 8,000 of our students serving all around the globe.

Recognizing and appreciating the deep sacrifice that is continually made on our country's behalf, Liberty is devoted to helping our servicemen and women from around the world reach their highest potential and achieve their dreams by providing a high-quality, flexible, and affordable Christian education.

To express appreciation for their service, service members, veterans, military spouses, and Dept. of Defense employees, are offered several military benefits, including tuition discounts (keeping tuition within Military Tuition Assistance cap), fee waivers, and free book vouchers. Because of these LU benefits, those who qualify for Tuition Assistance may complete courses with no out-of-pocket expense (when enrolling in at least 6 hours per term, one course per 8-week subterm). Liberty also offers a free evaluation of military training for college credit and is a member of the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Network.

Liberty University's Military Support Office is available to assist with all military and veterans benefits, such as Military Tuition Assistance, GI Bill (Active Duty and Selected Reserves), Reservists Education Assistance Program (REAP), VA Vocational Rehabilitation, and Dependent's Educational Assistance Program.

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Why Choose Liberty University Online?

Distinctively Christian

When you study through Liberty University Online you plug into an educational giant and a God-fearing ministry. Founded in 1971, Liberty has become the world's largest evangelical university, blessed with a 5,000-acre campus in Central Virginia. Yet, for 38 years Liberty has never lost sight of its mission — equipping men and women with Christ-centered education to impact their world and workplace. Our founder summed it up this way — Training Champions for Christ.

8-week Online Courses

Our courses have switched from a 16-week format to a new, revised 8-week* online course format giving you the opportunity to complete your degree sooner. *Some internships and courses will remain 16-weeks in length, but have been revised and are in an online format.

Better Faculty-to-Student Ratio

We have recently added many new faculty members to our university, creating an even lower faculty-to-student ratio to provide more personal, one-on-one attention. Our goal is to ensure that your course and degree experience will be engaging, academically challenging, and personally rewarding. (Undergraduate 25:1; Graduate 20:1)

Distinctively Christian

As a Christian university, we are held to a higher standard—God's standard—and are devoted to living out that standard through the level of excellence in education and integrity in the services we offer to you as a student. In the words of our Founder, Dr. Jerry Falwell, "If it's Christian, it ought to be better."

Among the First —and the Best

More than 25 years ago Liberty pioneered distance learning and has been ahead of the curve ever since. Today LU Online offers more than 35 degrees, from associate to doctoral, and 90 specializations, and consistently ranks in the top 10 among accredited online schools in the nation.

Personal Support

As a university, we are personally committed to your success both as a student and alumni of Liberty. As a student you are assigned a personal academic advisor dedicated to guiding you through every stage of your academic career—from your first course until you walk across the platform on graduation day to receive your degree.

Life-adapted Learning

More and more working adults are making online education work for them — earning their degree while balancing family, work, ministry and life's other demands. Work at your pace, on your schedule in the environment you choose.

Lower Tuition Rates

Our state-of-the-art online programs offer students superior academic degree programs at one of the lowest costs in the nation when compared to other distance and residential programs. Plus, our flexible payment plan options make our programs affordable on most any budget.

Frequent Start Dates

Students are admitted to our program on a rolling basis, and 11 start dates are offered for courses throughout the year, allowing you the flexibility to begin your degree program virtually anytime.

Credit for Life Experience & Transfer Credit

Liberty accepts transfer credits from other accredited institutions, as well as offering a Credit for Life Experience program for undergraduate students where you can earn credit for what you have already accomplished in your career.

Accreditation

Liberty University Online is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees.

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To learn more about the certification and online degree programs offered by Liberty University Online, please complete the online "Request for Information" form.

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Program Listings:

Associate
Associate of Arts in Accounting
Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
Associate of Arts in Education
Associate of Arts in General Studies
Associate of Arts in Management Information Systems
Associate of Arts in Psychology
Associate of Arts in Psychology - Christian Counseling
Associate of Arts in Religion

Bachelor
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Business - Economics
Bachelor of Science in Business - Finance
Bachelor of Science in Business - International
Bachelor of Science in Business - Management
Bachelor of Science in Business - Marketing
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Science in Education
Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems
Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Christian Counseling
Bachelor of Science in Religion

Master
Educational Specialist - Teaching and Learning
M.Ed. Administration and Supervision
M.Ed. Program Specialist
M.Ed. Program Specialist - Gifted
M.Ed. Program Specialist - Math
M.Ed. Program Specialist - Reading
M.Ed. School Counseling
M.Ed. Teaching and Learning
M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - Elementary Education
M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - General Education
M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - Middle Grades
M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - Special Education
MA in Teaching - Elementary Education
Master of Arts in Christian Leadership
Master of Arts in Evangelism & Church Planting
Master of Arts in Human Services - Business Management
Master of Arts in Human Services - Christian Ministries
Master of Arts in Human Services - Executive Leadership
Master of Arts in Human Services - Health and Wellness
Master of Arts in Human Services - Marriage and Family
Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy
Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy
Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling
Master of Arts in Professional Counseling
Master of Arts in Professional Counseling - 60 Hour
Master of Arts in Religion
Master of Arts in Religion - Biblical Studies
Master of Arts in Religion - Christian Leadership
Master of Arts in Religion - Church Ministries
Master of Arts in Religion - Evangelism and Church Planting
Master of Arts in Religion - Pastoral Counseling
Master of Arts in Religion - Pre-Pastoral
Master of Arts in Religion - Theology and Apologetics
Master of Arts in Religion - Worship Studies
Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Master of Arts in Worship - Ethnomusicology
Master of Arts in Worship Studies
Master of Business Administration - Accounting
Master of Business Administration - General
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources
Master of Business Administration - International Management
Master of Business Administration - Leadership
Master of Divinity
Master of Divinity - Biblical Studies
Master of Divinity - Chaplaincy
Master of Divinity - Church Ministries
Master of Divinity - Evangelism and Church Planting
Master of Divinity - Leadership
Master of Divinity - Pastoral Counseling
Master of Divinity - Pastoral/Preaching
Master of Divinity - Theology and Apologetics
Master of Divinity - Worship Studies
Master of Religious Education
Master of Sacred Theology
Master of Science in Accounting
Master of Science in Management
Master of Science in Nursing - Acute Care

Doctorate
Doctor of Education
Doctor of Ministry
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling - Pastoral Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling - Professional Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy in Theology and Apologetics
Post-Master's - Educational Specialist

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Facts & Figures
Institutional Accrediting Agency:   (?)
Liberty University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral degrees.
Address:
1971 University Blvd.
Lynchburg, VA 24502
US
Institution Type:   (?)
Private, not-for-profit, Higher Education
Calendar Type:
8-week and 16-week online courses, 9 start dates
Average Cost per Credit:
For 2008-2009, the full time cost/credit is $250 undergraduate and $395 graduate. The part time cost/credit is $275 undergraduate and $415 graduate. The technology fee is $150 per semester.
Credit-earning Options:
Liberty accepts transfer credits from other accredited institutions, as well as offering a Credit for Life Experience program for Undergraduate students where you can earn credit for what you have already accomplished in your career.
Delivery Format: (?)
The majority of programs are entirely online and utilize the Blackboard online learning platform. Notated programs utilize a blended format.
Carnegie Classification: (?)
Master's College or University I
Technical Requirements:
Internet connection, web browser, email account, windows 98 or better, 120 MHz, 64 Meg RAM. Adobe Acrobat
Geographic Restrictions:
No geographic restrictions
On-Campus Requirement:
There are no on-campus requirements for online programs. Blended programs may have on-campus requirements.
Scholarships Offered:
There are scholarships available through independent organizations and funds. Financial Aid encourages students to apply for these outside sources of aid, as well.
Loans Offered:
Available to many students and parents, loans are an option for funding one's education.
Registration Details:
Prospective students must hold a high school degree. Apply online.
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