Liberty University
Liberty University is committed to supplying its students with a high quality education within a distinctly Christian environment. The school aims to prepare students for success in academic and professional endeavors while integrating their studies with spiritual and personal growth through the aid of faculty and fellow students.
Liberty University was founded in 1971 as the Lynchburg Baptist College by evangelist Jerry Falwell. It changed its name to Liberty University in 1985. The College was created with the ideal of enrolling as many students as other traditionally religious colleges such as Brigham Young and Notre Dame. With enrollment of over 20,000 students, the university is on pace to accomplish its goals. The main campus of the university is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, but the school also has an active distance learning program.
Liberty is different than many other colleges in that it has a strict fundamentalist religious foundation. Students on campus are required to attend convocation to hear speakers from the conservative community, and are required to meet a strict code of conduct that does not allow dancing, violating curfew, drinking, smoking or entering the room of someone of the opposite sex. The school is ranked in the top ten conservative colleges by the Princeton Review, and it is an academically competitive school.
Online courses at Liberty give students the same quality, faith-based education as on campus courses with added flexibility to do coursework whenever it’s most convenient. 8 week long courses can also help students to accelerate the completion of their degrees. Students can enroll in over 40 different online degree programs including Criminal Justice, Business, Psychology, Nursing, Religion and more.
Programs offered by Liberty University
- Associate of Arts in Business
Students in this program gain a well-rounded understanding of many of the different facets of working in business environments, including workplace ethics, business law, management, accounting, organizational behavior and more. Course work also encourages… More »
- Associate of Arts in General Studies
This versatile degree prepares students for higher-level academic study and for careers in a variety of fields. Students take classes in mathematics, writing, history and other disciplines. Skills learned include enhanced communication skills, sharp analytical… More »
- Associate of Arts in Management Information Systems
This program encourages students to combine career-focused techniques with a strong sense of ethics and business to become marketable professionals in the industry. Topics covered include networking, programming, database management, data communications… More »
- Associate of Arts in Psychology
Graduates of this program will have a broad understanding of psychology, including research techniques, social history and the ability to make ethical judgments. Classes aim to sharpen students' analytical, research and practical skills and to help them… More »
- Associate of Arts in Religion
Liberty's Christian-centric Religion degree prepares students for vocational roles in ministry. Students study the Bible, Christian theology and the history of and issues that affect the Christian church. The curriculum also emphasizes the importance… More »
- Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems
The Management Information Systems degree gives students the technical tools and practical understanding to work proficiently with IT systems in a variety of business environments. Coursework also emphasizes the application of these tools to various aspects… More »
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
This RN to BSN program offers nurses the academic edge they're looking for to advance their careers and improve performance in the workplace. Bachelor's level course work prepares registered nurses for higher certification and positions in management… More »
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Liberty's Psychology major gives students a solid background in the discipline from a Christian point of view. Students learn about the theories, research and practices that make up the study of psychology, as well as the external social, economic, political… More »
- Master of Arts in Christian Leadership
This program, offered through the Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary, prepares students to become ministry leaders and pursue meaningful careers in a variety of positions and religious settings. Students learn how to apply biblical principles to effective… More »
- Master of Arts in Evangelism and Church Planting
This program is designed for ambitious students who wish to become leaders in evangelism, church planting and church growth missions. A study of the Bible gives students insight into the kinds of leadership skills they need to practice in order to appropriately… More »
- Master of Arts in Religion
Liberty's MAR degree gives students an intense, graduate-level exposure to all areas of the Christian faith, including the Bible, the Christian church, Christian traditions, theology and more. Graduates of this program can become ministers, lay leaders,… More »
- Master of Divinity
This versatile degree prepares students for a variety of positions in local and para-church ministry, including military chaplains. Students learn practical ways to apply the Bible's values and basic principles to everyday situations in order to positively… More »
- Master of Education
The Master of Education at Liberty University prepares teachers and students for positions in private and public school settings. Students are allowed to concentrate in one of the following areas to give them a customized educational experience: Administration… More »
- Master of Science in Accounting
This in-depth accounting program provides students with highly specialized skills in national and international accounting. Students sharpen their critical thinking and analytical skills, as well as improve their proficiency in computers and industry-related… More »
- Master of Science in Management
This program prepares students for roles in management in a variety of business-related environments. Students cultivate excellent communication and organizational skills through training in project development and teamwork. Graduates will be prepared… More »
- Doctor of Education
Individuals wishing to pursue roles in higher-level education positions can take advantage of Liberty's Doctor of Education program. The degree is approved by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and graduates can go on to become… More »