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Liberty University

Lynchburg, Virginia · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$39,707

Acceptance Rate

99%

Graduation Rate

65%

Annual Tuition

$21,222

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Liberty University earn a median of $44,813 ten years after entry — 17% below the national median. Acceptance rate 99.3%, in-state tuition $21,222.

At a Glance

Total Students

50,059

Retention Rate

79%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

49%

Median Debt

$24,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Liberty University is a private, non-profit institution with a very high acceptance rate of 99.3%. The university enrolls a large student body of 50,059. The graduation rate is 64.5%, and the retention rate is 78.8%. The median debt for students is $24,500, and 49% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Liberty University is $21,222. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $44,414. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $39,707, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $44,813.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$40k

5 YEARS

$45k

10 YEARS

Top 72% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Liberty University alumni earn a median of $44,414. However, five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $39,707. Ten years post-graduation, median earnings increase to $44,813. The median debt for graduates is $24,500, and 49% of students receive financial aid.

Liberty University has a high acceptance rate of 99.3% and a graduation rate of 64.5%. The retention rate is 78.8%, and the in-state tuition is $21,222. The large student body consists of 50,059 students.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 3,164 / yr
Median Salary $71,483

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Graduates 1,892 / yr
Median Salary $50,214

Theological and Ministerial Studies

Graduates 1,619 / yr
Median Salary $56,551

Psychology, General

Graduates 1,296 / yr
Median Salary $32,679

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 1,108 / yr
Median Salary $45,702

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions

Graduates 1,074 / yr
Median Salary $45,136

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 1,054 / yr
Median Salary $55,845

Religion/Religious Studies

Graduates 780 / yr
Median Salary $38,540

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Graduates 739 / yr
Median Salary $70,534

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 613 / yr
Median Salary $65,103

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 530 / yr
Median Salary $95,825

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 490 / yr
Median Salary $66,592

Special Education and Teaching

Graduates 481 / yr
Median Salary $51,619

Public Health

Graduates 365 / yr
Median Salary $51,495

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 350 / yr
Median Salary $49,663

Health and Physical Education/Fitness

Graduates 336 / yr
Median Salary $44,437

History

Graduates 318 / yr
Median Salary $46,189

Legal Support Services

Graduates 255 / yr
Median Salary $45,452

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 255 / yr
Median Salary $85,569

Curriculum and Instruction

Graduates 243 / yr
Median Salary $63,590

Air Transportation

Graduates 230 / yr
Median Salary $50,629

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 213 / yr
Median Salary $42,839

Design and Applied Arts

Graduates 207 / yr
Median Salary $50,570

Biology, General

Graduates 189 / yr
Median Salary $32,219

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Campus Location

Lynchburg, Virginia

Lynchburg, VA 24515

Liberty University is located in Lynchburg, Virginia. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Liberty University has an acceptance rate of 99.3%.