International Admissions
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Join the Liberty Family as an International Student
Are you looking for a high-quality education in a welcoming, Christian environment? You can find it at Liberty University.
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Here, we care about excellent academics, good quality of life, safety, and our Christian faith. Join over 600 international students from over 70 countries on our beautiful campus in Central Virginia. You can choose from more than 200 undergraduate programs of study — including biomedical sciences, engineering, business, public health, aviation, and many others.
A Liberty education is designed to help prepare you for success in today’s workplace. In many programs, you can learn directly on the equipment that industry professionals are using. And our focus on leadership and relational skills can help you learn to engage American culture — and other cultures — effectively.
Liberty’s global mindset and commitment to meaningful interactions between students are grounded in our Christian faith. We have a welcoming community of international students with regular events and meet-ups at Liberty University’s International Student Center. Each semester, we celebrate international students through Global Focus Week, where you can find opportunities to grow professionally and spiritually.
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Did You Know?
- At Liberty, you can participate in our Washington, D.C. internship program.
- Liberty is located only three and a half hours from Washington, D.C.
- Faculty members believe in mentoring their students, both personally and academically.
- A variety of academic scholarships, including the honors program, may be available to you — for more information, just ask!
- You will hear from nationally and internationally known speakers on a regular basis through Convocation.
- Our C. Daniel Kim International Student Center is a special place for international students to relax and connect with one another.
Learn more about Liberty:
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At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
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Admission Steps for International Students
- Complete your international application. This step includes filling out an application form and writing your admission essay.
- Request your official high school or college transcripts to be sent in. These documents may need to be translated into English and will require a foreign credential evaluation.
- Submit your Affidavit of Financial Support. A sponsor letter and bank document are required.
- If your native language is not English, please send in your proof of English language proficiency. Examples include Duolingo, TOEFL, TOEFL Essentials, IELTS, PTE, or iTEP Academic Plus exams.
- Submit a copy of the photo page of your passport.
Please note: This is a simplified overview of the process. Please contact an international admissions specialist for detailed information and to answer your questions.
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The Liberty University International Admissions Team is Here for You
As you are reviewing your admission process, please keep in mind that our International Admissions Specialists are here to assist you through every step of your journey to Liberty.
Whether you want to earn a bachelor’s or master’s, live outside of the U.S. or already studying here, or are a Canadian or readmit student, we are here to support you.
Our International Admissions Specialists are highly trained and knowledgeable about the specific needs you have as an international student. We are happy to answer your questions and advocate for you as you become a Liberty student.
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Frequently Asked Questions
As you learn more about Liberty’s admissions process, you may have questions about specific steps. Our international admissions specialists are here to help! To get you started, here are some common questions and answers from Liberty University’s admissions office.