Liberty University Online Tuition and Fees Our tuition rates are some of the lowest in the nation and have been frozen for 9 years through June 2025!
Low rates locked in for 9 years and counting
As a nonprofit institution, Liberty University’s online programs have some of the lowest tuition rates among top online universities. Our tuition rates are some of the lowest in the nation and most have been frozen for 9 years through June 2025!
| Part-time | $455/hour |
| Military | $250/hour |
| Part-time | $615/hour |
| Military | $275/hour |
| Part-time | $650/hour |
| Military | as low as $300/hour |
| Program Specific Rates: 2023-2025 | Full-time per hour | Part-time per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $390 | $455 |
| Graduate | $565 | $615 |
| RN to BSN., RN to BSN – Global Studies | $330 | $330 |
| BSN – MSN (Dual Degree)1 | $460 | $520 |
| Ed.D in Community Care and Counseling | $595 | $650 |
| Master of Education / Master of Arts in Teaching2 | $415 | $615 |
| Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences | $605 | $605 |
| John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Master’s Programs3 | $2,750 block rate | $395 |
| John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Master programs4 | $2,750 block rate | $395 |
| Doctoral Programs and Ed.S. | $595 | $650 |
| DNP-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Post-MSN and Post-BSN)5 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Post-Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health5 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Doctor of Nursing Practice | $595 | $650 |
| Military Undergraduate | $250 | $250 |
| Military Master School of Divinity | $2,475 block rate | $275 |
| Military Graduate/Ed.D., Ed.S., D.Min. Programs6 | $275 | $275 |
| Military Graduate/Doctorate7 | $300 | $300 |
Special Program Rates
K-12 Online Academy/Edge
$549/Full-year course
LUOA Discount: Parents who attend Liberty University Online may be eligible to receive a 10% tuition discount for their child to enroll with Liberty University Online Academy.8
Wilmington School of the Bible
$120/Hour
1The B.S.N.-M.S.N. dual degree program is formatted in a way in which students enrolled specifically in this program will earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing concurrently.
2Applicable to School of Education programs only.
3Liberty online John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Master of Divinity students enrolled between 1 and 8.99 credit hours will be charged the part-time tuition rate of $395 per credit hour. Students enrolled between 9 and 15 credit hours will be charged the block rate of $2,750. Any credit hours above 15 will be charged at the $395 part-time rate.
4Liberty online John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Doctor of Ministry and Ph.D. students enrolled between 1 and 6.99 credit hours will be charged the part-time tuition rate of $395 per credit hour. Students enrolled between 7 and 15 credit hours will be charged the block rate of $2,750. Any credit hours above 15 will be charged at the $395 part-time rate. Please note that the Doctor of Ministry – Pastoral Counseling is the only D.Min. track eligible for the military discount.
5Beginning Spring 2022, students will pay a flat rate of $1,200 per credit hour, as opposed to separate part time and full time rates. Those who have begun coursework in the Fall 2021 term or earlier, will be grandfathered into the previous full-time/part-time tuition rate. If a student breaks enrollment or graduates, they will be updated to the new flat tuition rate when they re-enroll. Please note that the flat rate means that new students in these programs will not be eligible for the military discount. Students who are accepted and offered a seat for the Fall 2022 or Spring 2023* semester will be required to submit a $500 deposit. This deposit will be applied to your student account to be used towards tuition, fees, etc. If accepted to our program, you will receive additional information via your Liberty email regarding your next steps and payment of the deposit. (Spring 2023 deposits are refundable until November 18, 2022).
6Doctorate military rate only applies to the Education Doctoral (Ed.D and Ed.S) programs and the following Doctoral Certificate programs: Executive Certificate in Curriculum and Instruction, Executive Certificate in School Administration, and Supervision and Executive Certificate in Higher Education Administration. Military students pursuing other doctorate programs will be charged the regular (part-time/full-time) doctorate tuition rates. Doctoral military students enrolled in Doctorate of Ministry: Pastoral Counseling will be assessed the $275 military rate for 1 to 6.99 credit hours, or over 15 credit hours. Students enrolled in this program for 7 to 15 credit hours will be assessed a military block rate of $1,925.
7Beginning Fall 2020, when you complete a graduate degree through Liberty – including the nested 21-hour advanced certificates – and you continue your studies into a doctoral program within 2 academic years of graduation, you will receive a reduced tuition rate of just $300 per credit hour. The $300 tuition rate only applies to active service members, eligible veterans, and spouses who are new to a doctoral program in Fall 2020 or after. DoD employees are not eligible for the discounted tuition rate at the doctoral level. Both Ed.S. and Ed.D. programs will retain a tuition rate of $275 per credit hour.
8 Discount only applicable to tuition for non-dual enrollment courses with Liberty University Online Academy (LUOA). Students must be new to LUOA and enrolled in full-time courses to be eligible. At least one parent must have completed a course with Liberty University Online (LUO) within the last 24 months to be eligible. This LUO Parent Discount is not stackable with other discounts. Contact LUOA for further details and to see if your family is eligible.
2024-2025 Cost of Attendance Allowances
Liberty University Student Financial Services establishes the annual cost of attendance allowances to help students and their families prepare financially for the academic year. The below allowances for online students are estimates and may vary depending on students’ individual spending decisions. These allowances are “indirect,” meaning they are not charged directly to student accounts. Direct charges that are applied to student accounts are listed above in the Online Program Costs sections.
| Allowance Type | Full Time | Half Time |
|---|---|---|
| Housing (Off Campus) | $8,090 | $8,090 |
| Housing (Off Campus with Parent) | $4,276 | $4,276 |
| Food | $3,110 | $3,110 |
| Fees | $698 | $698 |
| Loan Fees (Graduate/Doctoral Students) | $112 | $112 |
| Books, Supplies, and Course Materials1 | $1,332 | $666 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous Expenses | $3,418 | $3,418 |
| Transportation | $1,700 | $1,700 |
Allowances in this chart are based on a student attending the online program at either a full-time or half-time enrollment status for 9 months of enrollment, typically the Fall and Spring semesters.
1 The Books, Supplies, and Course Materials allowance for online undergraduate students will be factored in at a decreased rate, because their Inclusive Access charges are waived.
Costs of Attendance Allowance Definitions
Discounts
Liberty University is committed to providing world-class education and helping students achieve their educational goals. See if you qualify for these extra discounts.
First Responder
A 25% tuition discount and personalized service throughout your experience.
Scholarship Opportunities
Making College More Affordable
Scholarships designed to help gain financial support through academic or other achievements.
Financing Options
Interest-free payment plans
We offer you the option of a monthly payment plan to pay any remaining balance on your student account.
Potential Program Fees
| Fee Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Application/re-application fee | $50 1-time fee (non-refundable) |
| Technology fee | $299 per semester |
| Late Financial Check-In fee | $150 |
| Payment plan participation | $50 per semester |
| Portfolio assessment fee | $100 |
| Degree Completion Application fee | $100 for degrees and $50 for certificates |
| Course Fees | View the course fees chart |
Additional Definitions
Undergraduate
Graduate
Postgraduate and Doctoral
John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Master’s Programs
John W. Rawlings School of Divinity D.Min. and Ph.D. programs
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