Liberty Strives to Help Make Earning Your Degree Financially Attainable
At Liberty University, we firmly believe in the transformative power of education and are committed to making it accessible to as many students as possible.
We understand that one of the significant barriers to achieving your academic goals can be the financial strain associated with obtaining a degree. As a nonprofit university, our goal is to break down these barriers and help pave the way for your educational journey.
Our tuition rates are designed to be competitive and fair, but accessibility goes beyond cost alone. That’s why we offer flexible payment plans, numerous scholarship opportunities, and dedicated financial aid services. At Liberty University, our mission is to empower you to reach your full potential by providing high-quality degree programs that are within reach for students from diverse financial backgrounds.
We invite you to connect with us to explore the many resources and support systems available to help make your education a reality. Your academic journey holds incredible promise, and we are here to ensure it is both rewarding and financially manageable.
Our Transparent Tuition Commitment
Many of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2026 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
Investing in your education is an important decision, and understanding the cost is a key part of the process. Liberty University is committed to providing clear, competitive tuition rates that can help you plan your educational expenses with greater confidence.
Combined with financial aid and scholarship opportunities for those who qualify, Liberty’s tuition structure is designed to support students pursuing their academic and professional goals. With a focus on value and accessibility, you can take the next step toward earning your degree while managing your education budget more effectively.
Save Time and Money with Transfer and Experience Credits
Whether it’s college credit, military training, or on-the-job training – we aim to make our transfer policies as flexible as possible to help you reach your goals faster and more affordably. The more transfer credits you can apply to your degree, the more time and money you can save toward the completion of your degree.
College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
Military Experience Credit
Professional Experience Credit
What Tuition Discounts Does Liberty Offer?
In our effort to keep tuition affordable for you, we offer a variety of tuition discount options.
We offer the following tuition discounts for military students and their spouses:
- $250 per credit hour for undergraduate students
- $310 per credit hour for graduate students
- $395 per credit hour for doctoral students
Small Business Discount
Individual discount eligibility requirements must be met, and not all discounts are combinable.
What Scholarships and Financial Aid Options Are Available Through Liberty?
We offer financial aid and scholarship opportunities through a variety of resources. We work with as many organizations as possible to provide options that work for you. Additionally, be sure to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for financial aid and scholarships.
- Federal Pell Grant
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
- Federal Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant
- Liberty Supplemental Grant
- Liberty Scholars Grant Program (Undergraduate)
- Maximum Pell Grant Eligibility for Dependents of Certain Deceased Service Members and Public Safety Officers
- Two-Year College Transfer Grant (CTG)
- Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant (VTAG)
Does Liberty Offer Financing?
To help ease the burden of paying for college, we offer you financing options to fit your needs.
Standard Corporate Tuition Assistance is when an employer pays Liberty University directly for classes during the semester.
For more information regarding payments or payment plans, please contact us.
Cited tuition rates are reflective of academic year 2026-2027. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
600+ Online Degrees
With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
Top 35% for Affordability
Many of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2026 when compared to our leading online competitors.
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Hear from our Graduates
“The best part of my LU experience has been my growing faith formation through my developing educational understanding, as an aspiring school administrator.”
Megan Schultz, Ed.D. School Administration and Supervision
“Liberty offers an affordable, Christ-centered education, honoring the foundations of our country. I have learned how to apply a Biblical worldview to my work in public policy while adequately knowing history and the founding documents of United States.”
Morgan Schlesselman, Master’s in Public Policy
“There have been so many highly qualified professors who have sown generously into my academic endeavors at Liberty that encouraged me when I felt like giving up.”
James, Master of Divinity
