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Liberty University Online Offers Tuition Rates Among the Lowest in the Country
Our goal is to help make your online degree decision easier by providing you with the facts upfront. Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors, and we offer a variety of payment methods as well as discount opportunities. Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
Accreditation & Academics
Our online college degree programs are widely recognized for academic quality, affordability, and accessibility!
Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
Receiving accreditation is a process of external quality review for colleges, universities, and educational programs for quality assurance and quality improvement. As a Liberty student, you can be confident that you are receiving a quality education that is also customizable enough to fit your unique schedule and educational goals.
Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Liberty has received accreditation for the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, the Master of Education in School Counseling program, and the PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
A majority of our online business associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees have been granted accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Liberty’s bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Nursing, as well as the Doctor of Nursing Practice program, are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
The Liberty University School of Music is accredited by and a member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA)
Liberty University’s online Master of Science in Sport Management is accredited by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA).

Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus ranked among Niche.com's Top 5 College Campuses in America
What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Other Highlights
Our Christian foundation ensures you are not only equipped with the knowledge and skills needed in your field, but also the values that will help you lead with integrity! Here is how we help you:
- Liberty University provides a variety of online college degree options as well as helpful faculty to ensure quality education and practical experience.
- Our online college degrees are designed to meet your needs by providing you with a flexible 8-week format and multiple starting points throughout the year.
- Earn credit through CLEP, DANTES, ICE, and AP examinations as well as from life experiences.
- Liberty University provides tools and resources such as easy-to-use widgets, phone and computer support, Microsoft 365, and academic support.
Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate, $290 per credit hour for graduate, and $375 per credit hour for doctoral courses*
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder**
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*For eligible current and former service members and their spouses. Learn more!
**Not applicable to certificates. Cannot be combined with the $375/credit hour doctoral military rate.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Contact Us!
Liberty University provides you with integral resources all the way through your online degree. Reach out to speak with an Admissions Counselor and see why Liberty University is right for you!
Liberty University Admissions Office Contact Information:
Undergraduate:
Graduate:
Phone Support Hours of Operation:
- Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri.: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. EST
- Wed.: 8 a.m – 6 p.m. EST
- Sat.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. EST
Live Chat Support Hours of Operation:
- Mon.-Fri.: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST
- Sat.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. EST
Submitting Admissions Documents:
- Fax: (888) 301-3577
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: Liberty University Online Admissions Verification 1971 University Blvd., Lynchburg, VA 24515