Experience Liberty University
Choosing a college is a big decision — one that you won’t make without doing your research, talking to people you trust, and visiting the campuses you’re considering. Many schools fit their university experience into a short presentation, tour, and Q & A.
While short-and-sweet campus tours are convenient, do you really want to commit the next 4 years of your life after just a 4-hour visit (or less)?
At Liberty University’s College For A Weekend, you can spend 3 days test-driving life as an LU student, exploring our more than 7,000-acre campus, and getting all your college questions answered. You’re anything but a typical student, so CFAW is anything but a typical college tour. Design your perfect college visit at Liberty University. Endless possibilities — all in one place.
Want a Sneak Peek of Campus?
Check out our virtual visit options before coming to campus! Join a student tour guide and admissions counselor for a virtual tour of campus and a one-on-one admissions session!
What Can You Do at CFAW?
- Connect with other CFAW students.
- Attend college classes with professors who have spent years working in their fields.
- Eat in our award-winning dining hall with over 20 available food stations.
- Enjoy our on-campus activities, such as skiing at the Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre, and so much more!
The Basics
WHO: High school juniors, seniors, transfer students, and their families are welcome to join us at all 4 CFAW events each year. Second-semester high school sophomores are eligible to join CFAW for spring events only.
CFAW guests are limited to one event per academic year (August-May)
Group Leaders: Create and manage your CFAW account for all students in your group. Group accounts provide you with access to manage student registrations and payments. Please contact cfawgroups@liberty.edu for assistance.
WHAT: A multi-day event where you’ll discover, explore, and learn everything you want to know about life at Liberty.
WHERE: 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA 24515
WHY: Because your future is important, and you want to be as informed as possible before you make a big decision that affects it.
HOW: Register online through our CFAW portal, or call the admissions office at (800) 543-5317 to register over the phone and pay your registration fee.
Note: Don’t forget to also fill out the CFAW Participation Form
COST: At CFAW, you’ll get all your meals, and entrance to most campus activities (like athletic games and Student Connect events*) for only $50.
*Please note: Concert tickets, Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre admission, and bowling rentals are not included in this price, and the CFAW registration fee is non-refundable. Payment is due at the time of registration and can be made online during registration or by phone.
Convocation
Attend Convocation during CFAW to join in student-led worship and hear from motivational speakers such as Inky Johnson, Ben Shapiro, Candace Owens, Mike Rowe, and Rashad Jennings.
Check out the Liberty University Convocation page to explore past speakers in various fields including ministry, business, athletics, politics, and more.
Check out our schedule and events page for more information.
What Else Can You Do While on Liberty’s Campus?
Have Questions About CFAW?
Check our Planning Guide to learn more about what to pack for a weekend college visit, parking, transportation, student lodging, dining, local accommodations, disability accommodations, and more. For questions about travel reimbursement, see the Travel Reimbursement tab.
Admissions Hours
Call
Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Wed.
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Chat
Mon.-Fri.
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sat.
Call/Chat | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
See you at CFAW!
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We want you to be prepared to enjoy your College For A Weekend visit to the fullest. As you get ready for the event, take some time to review the schedule of events below.
If you have questions, please reach out to our team by emailing CFAW@liberty.edu or calling (800) 543-5317.
September Event Resources
What Can You Do at CFAW?
At College For A Weekend, there’s always something fun to do!
CFAW is your opportunity to try out life as a Liberty student, so make sure you take advantage of all the activities available to you.
Find details on our live concerts, connect events, and other exciting opportunities below.
Enjoy your visit!
Watch how students experience CFAW at student connect events
Live Concerts, NCAA, and Club Sports Events
Attend Classes
CFAW Kickoff
Liberty University brings industry leaders in ministry, business, athletics, politics, and more to the Convocation stage each week. As a CFAW guest, you can participate in student-led worship and hear from an influential speaker leading the way in their field.
Check out the Liberty University Convocation page to listen to past speakers. To view Convocation live please visit liberty.edu/osd/lu-stages/convocation/schedule/ during your visit.
Getting to Know Liberty
Student Panel
Academic Open Houses
Audition for the Liberty Worship Collective
Enrollment Assistance
Funding Your Future Session
Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
Late Night Worship
Have Questions About CFAW?
Check our Planning Guide to learn more about a weekend college visit, parking, transportation, student lodging, dining, local accommodations, disability accommodations, and more. For questions about travel reimbursement, see the Travel Reimbursement tab.
Admissions Hours
Call
Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Wed.
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Chat
Mon.-Fri.
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sat.
Call/Chat | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
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As you get ready for your CFAW visit, review the information below to be fully prepared to make the most of your visit to our campus in Lynchburg, Va.
Below, you can find information on a weekend college visit, dining information, transportation details, and more!
CFAW Student Event Checklist
Accessibility and Disability Accommodations for Students
Lodging and Dining
Lodging/Hotel Accommodations
Bed and Breakfasts in the Area
Student Dining
Parent and Family Dining
Directions and Travel Details
We are excited to welcome you to our campus! Please use 1971 University Blvd Lynchburg VA, 24515 when plotting your address for your trip!
Directions
Maps
Transportation
Parking
During CFAW, there are various lots that are approved for parking. Please review our Parking Map to know where to park and when. All guests attending CFAW, including student guests, must be in the correct parking zones and have an approved CFAW orange parking tag visibly displayed on their vehicle at all times.
All attendees parking during CFAW will receive their orange CFAW parking hangtag when they arrive in the designated CFAW parking lots on Thursday evening and will be required to provide the name of the driver/vehicle owner as well as the best phone number to contact during their CFAW visit.
If you didn’t receive a parking tag when you arrived, be sure to visit the CFAW Information Center to pick one up.
Please note: During various seasons, certain parking lots will close during CFAW to provide additional parking for events like home football games. As a result, it is imperative that all guests review the weekend parking map prior to visiting campus to know when lots close or change.
Visitor Guide Booklet
Admissions Hours
Call
Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Wed.
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Chat
Mon.-Fri.
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sat.
Call/Chat | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
See you at CFAW!
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The countdown to college has begun. You’ve spent years investing in your child, and this is their first big decision. They’re smart, independent, and capable, but family time is becoming more precious, and the college search is a journey you want to take together.
At Liberty University, we understand. Helping your son or daughter decide what to do with 4 years and their future is a big commitment. It’s an investment that deserves more than what a typical 4-hour college tour can provide. So College For A Weekend is more than a typical college tour. It’s a 3-day immersive event.
Parent Message from Shannon Bream, Fox News Reporter
What will your student experience at CFAW?
- Attending college classes with accomplished professors and future classmates
- Meet future roommates and classmates that will become friends for life as they connect at CFAW
- Eating in our award-winning dining hall with over 20 available food stations
- Enjoying our on-campus activities — including skiing or snowboarding at the Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre, and more
What will you get out of CFAW as a parent? You will…
Parent Breakout Sessions
Don’t miss our dedicated parent sessions, where you’ll learn how your student will be supported at Liberty and discuss next steps and financial aid.
Parents have heard from New York Times bestselling author and LU parent Karen Kingsbury, Chief Financial Officer Dr. Robert Ritz, Chief Academic Officer Dr. Scott Hicks, and other LU parents.
Details on time and location will be included in your Event Guide.
Session topics include:
- Campus Safety and Security: Keeping You Safe
- Student Services
- Campus Housing & Dining
Take a look at one of our past CFAW Parent Sessions.
Parent Connect Event
Network with other LU parents and local alumni at our CFAW Parent & Alumni Connect Thursday night. Enjoy a laid-back evening of conversation, music, and light refreshments as you connect with others who have been where you are and can give you a seasoned perspective on life at Liberty. Check your weekend event guide or parent connect itinerary for specific times and locations.
Local Accommodations and Dining
You can find more information on local hotels and area attractions in our planning guide.
For detailed dining information, check out our dining options available during CFAW. This includes special pricing for parents.
What else should you know before arriving?
- CFAW is for parents too! While it doesn’t cost anything, it’s important that when your student registers or you register your student, you include a headcount of who will be joining your student for the weekend. Whether it’s you as the parent, guardian, or other family members, your RSVP helps us accommodate everyone joining us for CFAW.
- Our current students are excited to welcome your student to our campus but please keep in mind that we are not allowing any students to stay in the residence halls as part of CFAW, so be sure to secure off campus accommodations for both you and your student. But don’t worry! There are plenty of activities planned to give your students the full Liberty experience. Check out our schedule and events page for more information.
- Students attending CFAW must have their CFAW Guest Flames Pass at all times. A Flames Pass gives your student entrance to the dining hall, Convocation, and access to the student section for home football, baseball, softball and women’s basketball.
Have Questions About CFAW?
Check our Planning Guide to learn more about what to pack for a weekend college visit, parking, transportation, student lodging, dining, local accommodations, disability accommodations, and more. For questions about travel reimbursement, see the Travel Reimbursement tab.
Admissions Hours
Call
Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Wed.
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Chat
Mon.-Fri.
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sat.
Call/Chat | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
See you at CFAW!
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One of the top questions for college applicants is “How do I secure scholarships?”
By attending College For A Weekend, you are opening yourself up to multiple scholarship opportunities at Liberty University. Our scholarship contests allow you to display your skills as well as how your faith has impacted the world around you.
Review each scholarship’s criteria below, and start your journey in pursuing higher education and simultaneously making a difference in the world for Christ!
Winners of our Worship Lifestyle Project Scholarship Event
CFAW Essay Scholarship
Worship Lifestyle Project
Have Questions About CFAW?
Check our Planning Guide to learn more about what to pack for a weekend college visit, parking, transportation, student lodging, dining, local accommodations, disability accommodations, and more. For questions about travel reimbursement, see the Travel Reimbursement tab.
Admissions Hours
Call
Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Wed.
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Chat
Mon.-Fri.
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sat.
Call/Chat | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
See you at CFAW!
Message and data rates may apply. For additional information, text HELP to 49596. You may opt-out at any time by sending STOP to 49596. Visit for Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy
Prospective Student Events
If you travel to a prospective student event (e.g. College For A Weekend (CFAW), ExperienceLU, or DecideLU) via train, rental car, plane, or bus and then enroll as a student, up to $750 of your fare will be applied as a credit to your Liberty University account once you begin your classes.
Please Note: The only prospective student events that are eligible for travel reimbursement are College For A Weekend (CFAW), DecideLU, and ExperienceLU. This offer does not extend to other events or daily tours. Reimbursement is only applicable to the student’s fare and is only available to undergraduate students.
Travel Expenses Applicable to Reimbursement
- Public or rented transportation to Liberty University. If you travel to a location other than Lynchburg, you may be reimbursed if you rent a car for travel to Lynchburg, or utilize transit services to travel to Liberty. While personal transportation, such as a personal vehicle, may be used, it will not be reimbursed.
- Domestic and international travel.
- One-time reimbursement. Students who attend more than one prospective student event are not eligible for more than one reimbursement.
Travel Expenses Not Applicable to Reimbursement
Charges that will not be reimbursed include, but are not limited to:
- Checked baggage fees
- Flight change fees
- Seat upgrade fees
- Travel insurance, ticket insurance, or any other type of insurance (including renter’s insurance for car rentals)
- Meals
- Gas for a rental car or personal car
- Hotel expenses
- Tips, valet costs, concierge fees, etc.
Reimbursement Instructions
Reimbursements may only be requested after Add/Drop Week. Reimbursement requests must be received by the last day of classes of your first semester.
The following printed information must be brought to a Student Accounts representative in the Student Service Center (no electronic submissions will be approved):
- Your registration receipt from the event you attended, or the registration confirmation email.
Don’t have either of these? Come see us anyway! We will take a look through our registration archives for a record of your attendance. - Your travel itinerary. This should have your name on it, with dates that correspond to the event for which you attended, as well as the price for your ticket with an itemized list of costs. It should also contain your departure and arrival destinations. If your itinerary does not show that your final destination was Lynchburg, Va., you must provide receipts showing that you rented a car to get to Lynchburg, Va.
- Your Liberty ID Card/Flames Pass.
Have Questions About Travel Reimbursement?
Contact Student Accounts
Call | (434) 592-3600
Location | Green Hall, Student Service Center
Email | StudentAccounts@Liberty.edu
Student Accounts Hours
Mon., Tue. & Th., Fri. | 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Wed. | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sat. | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
