Liberty University
Faith-based college · Lynchburg, VA · 50,012 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
99%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$29,235
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$43,989
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
64%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Liberty University?
Liberty University accepts about 99 of every 100 applicants (99%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Liberty University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Liberty University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Liberty University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $43,989 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $29,235 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $23,171 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$23,171
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$23,171
- Room & board$14,614
- Total cost of attendance$43,989
- Average net price after grants$29,235
Popular majors
Business, Interdisciplinary Studies, Psychology, Education, Criminal Justice.
Liberty University FAQ
- What is Liberty University's acceptance rate?
- 99% — accessible.
- Is Liberty University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Liberty University is test-blind (SAT and ACT scores aren’t considered), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Liberty University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Liberty University cost?
- About $43,989 a year before aid; $29,235 on average after grants.
- What is Liberty University's FAFSA school code?
- 020530. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Liberty University receives your information.
- What is Liberty University's graduation rate?
- 64% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Liberty University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Union UniversityRichmond, VA | 98% | 850–885 | $29,932 | 28% |
| Eastern Mennonite UniversityHarrisonburg, VA | 100% | — | $24,731 | 60% |
| Arizona College of Nursing-Falls ChurchFalls Church, VA | 100% | — | $32,806 | — |
| Southern Virginia UniversityBuena Vista, VA | 96% | — | $23,913 | 40% |
| Randolph CollegeLynchburg, VA | 94% | 1100–1210 | $22,101 | 54% |
| Marymount UniversityArlington, VA | 93% | — | $28,521 | 55% |