Liberty University
Overview
Liberty University is the world’s largest evangelical university. With over 20,000 students both on and off-campus from all fifty states and over seventy countries around the world, Liberty provides the highest quality education in a devout Christian environment.
Not only is Liberty the largest, it is also the fastest growing evangelical university. Liberty offers excellence in academia with more than 60 areas of study. A few of the popular areas include: business, music, communication, pre-med, nursing, aviation, biblical studies, and Law.
History
Liberty University was founded as Lynchburg Baptist College in 1971 by Jerry Falwell, the Senior Pastor of Thomas Road Baptist Church. The school was previously known as Lynchburg Baptist College and Liberty Baptist College before its current name was installed in 1985.
The central mission of Liberty University states: “To develop Christ-centered men and women with the values, knowledge, and skills essential to impact tomorrow’s world. The mission is carried out for resident students through a rigorous academic program and structured social environment. It is carried out for external students in a comparable academic program but without the structure of the resident community.”
Academics
Liberty University’s educational philosophy is based on the incorporation of primary Christian beliefs and liberal arts principles. Its programs are intended to prepare students for leadership roles in society.
Academic programs consist of: 55 Undergraduate residential programs, 15 Undergraduate online programs, 32 Graduate programs (residential & distance learning), and 21 Graduate online programs.
Liberty University Schools
Liberty University has a number of schools focusing on academic excellence. They include: The Center for Academic Support & Advising Services (CASAS), College of Arts & Sciences, Helms School of Government, School of Business, School of Communication, School of Education, School of Engineering and Computational Sciences, School of Religion, and the Liberty University School of Law.
Bachelor Degrees
Liberty University offers degrees in a wide range of undergraduate programs that include: Accounting, Business, Religion, Criminal Justice, Worship and Music Industry, Psychology, Nursing, Government Education, History, Family Development, Computer Science, Sciences, and much more. They are available on campus with many courses available as Long Distance Programs.
Undergraduate (Distance Learning)
For those interested in the distance learning program, Liberty has a number of programs that include: Accounting, A.A., B.S., Business, A.A., B.S., Criminal Justice, A.A., B.S. General Studies, A.A., Management Information Systems, A.A., B.S., Multidisciplinary Studies, B.S. , Nursing, B.S. (R.N. to B.S.N.), Psychology A.A., B.S., and Religion, A.A., B.S.
Graduate Degrees
Liberty University has many residential, long distance, and blended learning programs that includes long distance learning combined with residential programs. Residential degrees include: Master of Arts in Communication Studies, M.A., Master of Arts in Human Services, M.A., Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy, M.A., Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling, M.A., Master of Arts in Professional Counseling, and M.A., Master of Science in Nursing, M.S.N.
Graduate (Distance Learning & Blended Studies)
Graduate programs include: Doctor of Education, Ed.D., Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling, Ph.D., Educational Specialist, Ed.S., Master of Arts in Human Services, M.A. Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy, M.A., Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling, M.A., Master of Arts in Professional Counseling, M.A., Master of Business Administration, M.B.A., Master of Education, M.Ed., Master of Science in Accounting, M.S., Master of Science in Management, M.S. and Master of Science in Nursing, M.S.N.
School of Law (Residential)
Juris Doctor, J.D.
Seminary (Residential, Distance, & Blended Studies)
Seminary studies include: Doctor of Ministry, D.Min., Master of Arts in Children’s Ministry, M.A. Master of Arts in Christian Leadership, M.A., Master of Arts in Cross-Cultural/Missions, M.A., Master of Arts in Discipleship Ministries, M.A., Master of Arts in Evangelism & Church Growth, M.A. Master of Arts in Global Apologetics, M.A., Master of Arts in Marketplace Chaplaincy, M.A., Master of Arts in Religion, M.A.R., Master of Arts in Religious Studies, M.A., Master of Arts in Student Ministry, M.A., Master of Arts in Theological Studies, M.A., Master of Arts in Theology, Th.M., Master of Arts in Worship Studies, M.A., Master of Divinity, M.Div., and Master of Religious Education, M.R.E.
Willmington School of the Bible
Formerly known as Liberty Bible Institute, The Willmington School of the Bible was created for students who want a clear and complete overview of the English Bible. Graduates plant churches, assume pastorates, serve as associate pastors, youth pastors and leaders, teachers and leaders in the local church setting. As well, graduates are serving in prison ministry, chaplaincy, broadcasting, foreign and domestic missions, nursing home ministries, and much more.
Campuses
Liberty University’s campus is located in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Financial Aid
There are many financial aid programs available. Liberty University is involved with the following financial aid programs: Federal Pell Grant Program, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan, Federal Perkins Loan, Federal PLUS Loan, Institutional Funding Program, and much more.
Scholarships
Liberty University has a number of Resident and Distant Learning scholarships awarded to prospective students. There are also scholarships available through independent organizations and funds. Financial Aid encourages students to apply for these outside sources of aid.
Tuition and Fees
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