LIBERTY UNIVERSITY Training Champions for Christ since 1971
Lynchburg, Virginia
training champions for christ is liberty university’s mission, responsibility, & privilege... Our students engage their academic dreams, actively seek out God’s wisdom, and establish friendships that will last far beyond the college experience.
Chancellor Jerry Falwell, Jr. & Becki Falwell
Liberty was a school that wasn’t supposed to happen. Everybody said it couldn’t be done. A conservative Christian university surely would not survive;
but we did.
Train side-by-side with more than 12,500 residential students from 50 states and 95 countries at an institution that proudly commissions its graduates as equipped professionals, ready to impact their chosen career fields, their peers, and the world for Christ. As you explore this viewbook, picture yourself experiencing life at Liberty. I hope you are inspired by all we have to offer and that you will someday call Liberty home. Sincerely,
Jerry Falwell, Jr. Chancellor and President
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in the nation
6,800 acre campus
conference titles in the past two seasons
club sports teams & a thriving intramural program
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celebrating diversity with students from
programs of study
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student to professor ratio
countries & all walks of life
70% of full-time faculty hold terminal degrees
Resident & online
students financial Strength one of the nation’s top 78 s&P rated universities tuition rates are among the lowest in the nation
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BIG SOUTH FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS 4 time 16 sasser cup wins 10 in 14 years 31
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Liberty offers 172 residential programs of study ranging from
undergraduate to the post graduate level. Academic success is fostered through dedicated professors and excellent programs.
Champions plan for the puture MAJOR Accounting Aeronautics
Airline Flight Attendant Commercial/Corporate Military Missions Unmanned Aerial Systems
Applied Internet Technologies Athletic Training Aviation Maintenance Technician Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Biology Biology (TC) Biomedical Science Cellular & Molecular Biology Environmental Science Environmental Science (TC)
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degree progr ams
Business Administration (TC) Communications
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Economics Finance Financial Planning Human Resource Management International Business Marketing Project Management
Business Management Information Systems Accounting Information Systems Application Development Data Networking Database
Gaming Technologies Global Studies Information Assurance Intelligence Web Development
Church Ministries Adventure Leadership & Outdoor Ministry Pastoral Leadership Women’s Ministries Worship Youth Ministries
Cinematic Arts Communication Studies Advertising/Public Relations Digital Media Journalism Speech Communication
Computer Engineering Computer Science Computer Science (TC) Intelligence Criminal Justice
Electrical Engineering Intelligence Elementary Education Integrated Studies English Math Science Soc Science Spanish
English English (TC) Exercise Science
Fitness Specialist Pre-Professional
Family & Child Development Family & Consumer Science Family & Consumer Science (TC) Fashion Merchandising and Interiors Global Studies Government International Relations Politics & Policy Western Legal Traditions
Health Promotion Certified Health Education Specialist Clinical
History Individualized Studies Industrial & Systems Engineer International Relations International Politics & Policy Strategic Intelligence Studies
Kinesiology Health & Physical Education Teacher Certificate (TC)
Mathematics Mathematics (TC) Music Choral Spec/Guitar Emph Choral Spec; Guitar (TC) Choral Spec; Guitar/Perf Choral Spec; Keyboard Em Choral Spec; Vocal (TC) Choral Spec; Vocal Emph
Choral Spec; Vocal/Perf ChoralSpec; Keyboard (TC) Choral Spec; Keyboard/Per Instr Spec; Guitar (TC) Instr Spec; Guitar Emph Instr Spec; Guitar/Perf Instr Spec; Keyboard Emp Instr Spec; Keyboard(TC) Instr Spec; Keyboard/Per Instr Spec; Non-Key (TC) Instr Spec; Non-Key/Perf Instr Spec; Non-Keyboard
Nursing Pastoral Leadership & Biblical Exposition Philosophy & Religion Biblical Studies Philosophy
Psychology Counseling & Clinical Research
Counseling & Human Development Human Services
Religion Religious Studies Biblical Languages
Global Studies Jewish Studies New Testament Old Testament Theology & Apologetics
Social Sciences Social Sciences (TC) Spanish Spanish (TC) Special Education Integrated Studies
rachel campbell alumna, ’12, Commercial/Corporate Aviation “ I had dreamt about becoming a pilot since I was seven years old. God brought me to Liberty, and by His will, two years in I decided to follow my dream. God was definitely calling me to Aviation. Starting my profession while I am still in college is indescribable, as is hearing about the opportunities in the future, the sky is the limit.” watch Rachel’s story at www.LibertyU.com/Rachel
Teaching English as Second Language Teaching English as Second Language (TC) Technical Studies Carpentry Electrical HVAC Masonry Plumbing Welding
Theatre Arts (TC) Performance Production
Worship & Music Studies Biblical
Business Christian Music Artist & Songwriter Music in World Cultures Pastoral Leadership Theatre Ministries Women’s Ministries Worship Leader Worship Technology Youth Ministry
Zoology
Family and Child Development Foods and NutritionGeneral
French Global Studies Government Graphic Design Health Promotion History
kevin ng
HVAC International Relation Journalism Kinesiology Linguistics Masonry Mathematics Music Brass, Woodwind, or Percussion
Liberal Arts Performance: Voice, Keyboard, Guitar or Strings
Philosophy Photography Plumbing Politics and Policy Psychology Sociology Spanish Special Education Speech Sport Management Strategic and Intelligence Studies Studio Art Theatre Arts Theology & Apologetics Welding Western Legal Traditions Women’s Ministries Writing Youth Ministries
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Technical Studies
Pursue your AAS or supplement your degree.
• Welding • Electrical • Plumbing • Carpentry • hvac • Masonry
’14, Engineering & Carpentry
“I want to be a missionary and I love to work with my hands. I want to one day use my trade, along with my engineering degree, to help build buildings, drill wells, and lay foundations around the world.” Learn about trade programs at www.Liberty.edu/trades
degree progr ams
Studio Art Studio Art (TC)
Minors
Accounting Advertising/Public Relations Aeronautics Aviation Airline Flight Attendant Biblical Studies Biology Business Business Management Information Systems Carpentry Chemistry Cinematic Arts Coaching Computer Science Creation Studies Criminal Justice Crisis Communication Electrical English FACS Clothing and Textiles
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Sport Management Studio and Digital Art Graphic Design
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academics
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dr. emily heady Dean, College of General Studies
Press on
School of Engineering
Step up to the challenge of Liberty’s Honors Program that provides smaller class sizes, a challenging curriculum and scholarship assistance.
“Liberty focuses on competency-based education. Transferable writing, information literacy, and critical thinking skills will prepare them to be an asset in any workplace.”
Liberty’s Career Center Resources and services to develop students professionally, including:
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The Washington Fellowship Connect | Experience | Explore
Intern in our nation’s capital. • The Pentagon • CNN & FOX News • Naval Criminal Investigative Service • Liberty Center for Law & Policy • Concerned Women for America LibertyU.com/WashingtonFellowship
Intern in Washington D.C
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seminary
Math Emporium •252 computers equipped with math software •open 80 hours weekly for students •immediate feedback from on-site math tutors
10 masters • 3 doctoral
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austin lewis, ’14
Zaki Gordon Cinematic Arts Center
Law School
Bruckner Learning Center • Tutoring & Testing Services • Academic Opportunity Program • Disability Academic Support • Developmental Math Program
Nursing Program
nation’s largest, nonprofit, online university more than 100 programs of studies
“They train us to be the top of the top, and not just among Christians, so that we can be competitive in the market. You can learn from industry professionals and practice what they are doing. If you want to do that; if you want to be great, come to Liberty.”
Learn about the Zaki Gordon Cinematic Arts Center at LibertyU.com /CinematicArts
academics
• Résumé and portfolio workshops •Personality and career assessment tools •On-campus job fairs
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Honors Program
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Define your Christian faith and establish a biblical foundation through Liberty’s thriving spiritual community. Experience iron sharpening iron as you are lead and trained to lead as a Champion for Christ.
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spiritual life
define their faith Worship Services Campus Church
Wed. @ 7:30 p.m. in Thomas Road Baptist Church
Real People Connecting with a Real God Liberty.edu/CampusChurch
Convocation
Mon., Wed., Fri. @ 10 a.m. in Vines Center
The largest weekly gathering of Christian young people in the world.
All students have access to
5 student leaders
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erin wilson alumna, ’12
Worship & Music Major and Campus Praise Band
“Liberty has provided so many opportunities for me. I have been able to step back and ask myself, “Why do I believe what I believe?” I have the opportunity at Liberty, as a safe place, to spiritually have my ups and downs and ask those questions.”
MINISTER MENTOR MOBALIZE
watch Erin’s story Liberty.com/ErinWilson
• dr. tony evans, Evangelical Pastor • francis chan, Pastor, Author • michele bachmann, Congress Woman • miles mcpherson, Former NFL Defensive Back • jim bob and michelle duggar, of TLC’s 19 & Counting
shannon bream alumna Fox News Anchor
TR SIX:THIRTY
Sun. @ 6:30 p.m. in Thomas Road Baptist Church
spiritual life
Champions
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Missions
Convocation
Missions
Matthew 28:19-20
“Went on trip with Light during LU years - all over Brazil - a real life changer.GO!”
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations...”Local and global missions at Liberty provide an outlet to impact the world for Christ. Liberty.edu/Missions
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PASSIONATE worship | POWERFUL discovery | PERSONAL relationships
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Student Leadership
Champions kick back CAMPUS EAST
QUADS
Suite Designed
THE HILL
Centrally Located
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residence halls
Premier Apartment Style
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LUPD
24/7 officer patrol
campus safety
Single-gender residence halls secure key access
all residence halls are badge access only
THE CIRCLE
SOUTH TOWER
High-Rise Living
ANNEX
A short bus ride away
Emergency text messaging
liberty is one of the few universities that allow freshmen to have a car on campus
view pictures and floor plans liberty.edu/housing.
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residence halls
Community Atmosphere
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Perform before a stadium of your peers, get together with friends at the Block Party, or compete as a part of the Liberty Flames NCAA Division I athletics program. Your calendar will be full at Liberty as you engage and make friendships that will last a lifetime!
Champions take the field Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
Liberty Mountain Skate Park
On Liberty Mountain, Snowflex is the country’s first year-round, synthetic skiing, snowboarding and tubing playground in the U.S.
Skateboard, rollerblade, or ride BMX on impressive features including rails, boxes, a half pipe, and more in this 8,600-square-foot skate park.
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Facilities
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LaHaye Student Union
The Sports Racket
Promoting exercise, relaxation, and quality time, the LaHaye Student Union is comprised of the Tilley Student Center, the Thomas Indoor Soccer Center, the LaHaye Recreation and Fitness Center, and Campus East Clubhouse.
Liberty’s tennis programs Lynchburg facility just a short ride from campus. Take advantage of one-on-one lessons and use impressive fitness facilities including indoor and outdoor courts.
Ivy Lake
LaHaye Ice Center
Located in Forest, Va. and open to students, faculty, and staff, the 112-acre Ivy Lake has picnic areas, a beach, and a dock, and is great for fishing, canoeing, or simply relaxing.
From exciting hockey games to public skating, the 3,000-seat LaHaye Ice Center has served Liberty’s student body and the greater Lynchburg area since 2006.
Liberty University Equestrian Center Liberty’s tennis programs Lynchburg facility just a short ride from campus. Take advantage of one-on-one lessons and use impressive fitness facilities including indoor and outdoor courts.
Intramural Fields For a program committed to fun, exercise, and getting involved, the intramural fields serve as a place for students, faculty, and staff to come together for fellowship, leadership, and a challenge.
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athletics
Champions Club Sports
The Flames have proven to be fierce competition, pushing themselves to the limit on and off the field.
Strong, dedicated, united; Liberty’s club sports teams bring the heat to every game!
Baseball** Basketball* Cross Country* Field Hockey*** Football** Golf** Lacrosse*** Soccer* Softball*** Swimming*** Tennis* Indoor Track & Field* Outdoor Track & Field* Volleyball***
Archery* Crew* Disc Golf* Figure Skating* Gymnastics* Hockey (DI, DII, DIII)** Hockey (DI, DII)*** Lacrosse** Paintball** Racquetball** Skiing and Snowboarding* Synchronized Skating*** Tae Kwon Do* Triathlon* Ultimate Frisbee* Volleyball Wrestling
Men & Women’s * Men’s ** Women’s ***
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“I am both honored and grateful to coach and mentor young men at a university which supports Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. I am thrilled to help fulfill Jerry Falwell, Senior’s vision of advancing a Christ centered university’s football program.”
4 conference titles in 5 seasons
kyle mcquillan alumni ’09 Men’s Lacrosse Coach
14 Big South Championships
American Collegiate Rowing Association National Champions
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Watch Sparky
Get up-to-date sports news
“You have to be mentally and physically strong and able to compete as an athlete on any level. We coach and train our athletes on these attributes constantly, but what makes our program different is the importance we place on the spiritual strength that we are constantly pursuing. I think this gives us a huge advantage, and unifies us as a team in a way that is unique.”
the mascot at spring training! libertyflames.com/sparky Liberty.edu/FlamesClub
“Proud to be an Alumni of Liberty” rashad jennings alumni, ‘09 Jacksonville Jaguars Running Back
athletics
Division I Athletics
Men’s Football Coach
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Expect Victory
turner gill
21 10th in ACHA rankings
74 Big South Championships
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Liberty Alumni Anthem Lights performs at Winterfest
Campus Recreation & Student Activities
Champions
showcase their talents Campus Recreation 20 Intramural Sports Teams Get competitive on campus! Liberty Mountain Trail System Explore over 60 miles of hiking, biking & running trails.
Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre
Campus Recreation & Student Activities
LaHaye Student Union • Tilley Student Center • Thomas Indoor Soccer Center • LaHaye Recreation and Fitness Center • Campus East Clubhouse liberty.edu/campusrec
Student Activities
Whitewater rafting
Block Party Live music, free food and giveaways, fireworks, and more! Coffeehouse Showcase your talent for a packed house!
Homecoming Join Alumni for a parade, bonfire, and university-wide events.
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Liberty.edu/Coffeehouse Four wheeling
Events Find out what’s happening with LibertyToday! Facebook.com/StudentActivities Liberty.edu/SA Twitter.com/@LibertySA Open Mic Nights
Liberty Mountain Trails
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leave their mark
Dr. Jerry Falwell, Sr. always said, “If it is Christian, it ought to be better.� Continuing his legacy, Liberty pushes for excellence in every area of the university. From the tip of Liberty Mountain to the edge of historical Lynchburg, Virginia and beyond, Liberty is impacting the world for Christ.
Champions Pursue Excellence Jerry Falwell Library Study in academic luxury. The state-of-the-art facility named after Liberty’s founder, Dr. Jerry Falwell, Sr. boasts four-stories and 170,000-square-feet, and an advanced robotic storage retrieval system.
Arthur S. DeMoss Learning Center This facility ensures your academic excellence. The four floors of DeMoss Hall make up 500,000 square-feet of academic space.
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Hancock Welcome Center
Williams Stadium
Begin your Liberty visit in the three-story, 32,000-square-foot Hancock Welcome Center; a dominant feature greeting Liberty’s new students, alumni, and visitors.
Cheer on the Liberty Flames football team from this 20,000 seat, four-story stadium with state-of-the-art features.
school of aeronautics
Liberty University’s Barnes & Noble Bookstore
Five minutes from campus, the Freedom Aviation Jet Center trains the future pilots, air plane mechanics, and flight attendants to impact the world for Christ.
Liberty’s two-story, 25,000-square-foot bookstore houses a full service café, a textbook order and pick-up center, frequent book signings and more.
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Tower Theater
Vines Center
Through dynamic performances, professional training, and hands-on involvement, the Tower Theater provides excellent resources for students preparing for a career in the arts.
Convocation (worship service), sports events, and concerts are all held in this domed arena on Main Campus; one of the largest on-campus basketball arenas in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Metropolitan area
september average daytime temperature
population
79°F
247,000 1 of the nation’s
march average daytime temperature
safest
57°F
areas
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centr al virginia
as ranked by the FBI
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2 hours 3 hours
washington, D.C
West of Richmond, Virginia
Southwest of Washington, D.C.
3 ½ hours West of Virginia Beach, Virginia
for more information on the area
lychburg
we are here!
richmond
virginia beach
www. discover lychburg. org Downtown Lynchburg, Virginia
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get local
thomas jefferson’s Poplar Forest Thomas Jefferson’s private place to relax. Explore the house, grounds, its newest discoveries and latest restored features.
D - Day Memorial
POPLARFOREST.ORG
Historic Downtown Unique shopping and locally owned dining venues, art galleries, antique and novelty shops. DOWNTOWNLYNCHBURG.COM
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest
Lynchburg Trail System Enjoy the outdoors on over 30 miles of paved and earthen trails and bikeways.
James River Be a part of history, tube, canoe, or kayak down our nation’s founding river.
Community Market
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jamesriverassociation.org
The Lynchburg Museum
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Hill Cats Stadium Baseball fans love Calvin Falwell Field, home to the Lynchburg Hillcats, a minor league baseball team. Home games run through September and often feature fireworks, giveaways, and always a great time! View Downtown Lynchburg’s interactive map downtownlynchburg.com/maphtml Lynchburg Hillcats
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A c h i eve more
Get acquainted with all that Liberty can offer you; generous scholarships, exciting visit opportunities, and a way to keep your family connected. Experience Christian college life and become a part of the Liberty family, on through graduation and into your professional career.
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Commencement & Parent & Family Connections
Commencement
Liberty graduates are equipped to impact the world for Christ; Champions with purpose.
viriato william alumni, ’12,
Department of Theatre Arts
“I discovered that Liberty had the best Christian theater in the nation. I knew if I wanted to get into the theatre program I needed to bring my grades up. All of my circumstances, positives and negatives, were God shaping me into the person that I am today. Now I am a graduate! Who knows what I am going to do next.” watch more Commencement stories at
Parent & Family Connections
Liberty considers parents and guardians a part of the Liberty family too! It is our privilege to serve as their connection to campus. To receive our monthly e-newsletter parents@liberty.edu Facebook.com/LibertyParents
“I’ve been many times and met many people at Liberty and it is amazing!” sean hannity, Host of FOX News Channel’s “Hannity”
NFL Fox news discovery
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Lu Network over 2400 local,national, & worldwide companies ready tohire lu grads
Liberty Today App
News, sports, events, live TV, radio and more are all at your fingertips with our newest mobile app for iOS & Android devices
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Commencement & Parent & Family Connections
finish strong & stay connected
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admission
Four A’s of Admission
Asist Accept
Mail enclosed application, call an Admissions Counselor at (800) 543-5317, or apply online
Submit your $250 Confirmation Deposit at LibertyU.com/ Confirm
$ Complete Financial Check-In and secure your spot at Liberty!
Attend Welcome to the Liberty family! Get to know Liberty at Summer Orientation! Liberty.edu/ SummerOrientation
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Financial Aid
Scholarships
Let us help you naviagate the financial aid process.
Your educational investment should be well esearched. There are finances available to fund your education: scholarships, grants and financial aid. Calculate your cost of attendance with our Net Price Calculator
1. File your taxes early 2. File your taxes electronically 3. Fill out your FAFSA & use the Data Retrieval Tool fafsa.ed.gov Liberty.FinancialAidTV.com
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admission
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take the next step
There is nothing like stepping onto Liberty’s campus for the first time. Meet faculty, staff, students, and alumni and learn why so many students call liberty home. Your visit will include:
Visitors Center
Convocation (worship service)* Scholarship sessions Department appointments* Campus-wide tour
(434) 582-2064
*fall and spring only
Meet Sparky the eagle
Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. 12:30-4:30 p.m. libertyu.com/visitus
Experience Liberty at College For A Weekend (CFAW) Get to know Liberty!
visit us
Attend classes and valuable admissions and financial aid sessions Stay in a residence hall Meet new friends Explore campus Apply to Liberty, submit your $250 Confirmation Deposit LibertyU.com/CFAW
Connect with Faculty & Staff
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If you give us one Friday, we’ll show you why you will LOVE Liberty! Tour campus Attend a worship service meet with admissions visit with faculty & staff over lunch LibertyU.com/VisitUs Learn about Admissions
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“It is exciting to watch as Liberty’s facilities and architecture are being transformed before our eyes into the world class campus envisioned by our founders in 1971.” Chancellor Jerry Falwell, Jr.
“Jerry Falwell, Sr. believed that Liberty University would become one of the most respected Christian universities anywhere on the earth, and so it is today.” mitt romney, 2012 Republican Presidential Candidate
Current campus
future campus
1971 University Boulevard Lynchburg, Virginia 24515