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Liberty University
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Annual Tuition
$21,222
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
99.3%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
64.5%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$44,813
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Liberty University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Lynchburg, VA. With a competitive tuition profile of $21,222, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 64.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$84,888
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
5.7 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$14,813
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$63,242
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$211,372
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Liberty University is $24,500.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$21,222
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
78.8%
Success
64.5%
In-State Cost
$21,222
Age 25+ Students
48.0%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
21,392 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Lynchburg
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$948
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$966
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,093
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Lynchburg metropolitan area.