Liberty University’s Admission Process

Take Your First Step Toward Joining the Liberty Family

There are a lot of complicated processes in life — the college admission process shouldn’t be one of them. Neither should the financial aid process.

So, great news! Once you apply to Liberty, you’ll receive an individualized Student Checklist that will guide you through admission and walk you through every form, process, and step along the way.

Liberty University’s application process is designed to be as straightforward as possible. We’ve broken it down into 5 simple steps, outlined below. If you’re ready to become a Champion for Christ at Liberty University, apply today !

Want More Details?

If you have any questions or need more information, please don’t hesitate to call us at (800) 543-5317 or email admissions@liberty.edu .

Award-Winning Campus

At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education that equips students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence helped us rank among Niche.com’s Top 3 college campuses in America. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.

Step 1 – Submit Your Admission Application

Who can apply to Liberty University?

• High school second-semester sophomores, juniors, and seniors
• Transfer students

How can I apply?

There are a few ways you can apply to Liberty:

• Complete an online application
• Contact us via Live Chat
• Apply over the phone at (800) 543-5317

What are the requirements to get into Liberty University?

• Learn what it takes to join the Liberty family on our undergraduate admission requirements page .

Does Liberty University have an application fee?

• Yes, we charge a $50 application fee (which is deferred until Financial Check-In).
• There are many ways to take advantage of Liberty University’s application fee waiver. If you apply while you are on campus during a daily visit, ExperienceLU event, or Liberty’s College For A Weekend (CFAW), your fee will be waived.

Get Started on Your Admission Process

Step 2 – Submit Your Admission Documents and Get Accepted

• Claim your Liberty account.
• Tell us who you are and what you can achieve at Liberty by writing and sending in your personal essay.
• Submit your high school transcripts.
  • High school students: We can make an admission decision based on your preliminary transcripts (grades 9-11). Request unofficial transcripts from your school and upload them to your Student Checklist or have your high school guidance office email them to AdmissionsDocs@liberty.edu. (Note: Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes. Liberty will need your final official transcripts prior to you attending.)
  • Transfer students: We can make an admission decision based on your final high school transcripts. Upload them to your Student Checklist or have your high school guidance office email them to AdmissionsDocs@liberty.edu.
  • If you submit a Transcript Request Form along with your unofficial transcripts, we’ll be able to expedite your admission decision by requesting the official transcripts on your behalf.
  • SAT (Liberty Code: 5385)
  • ACT (Liberty Code: 4364)

  Why is it important to claim my Liberty account before I’m accepted?

  • Your Liberty account will give you access to your Student Checklist, which will walk you through every step you need to take to get accepted, registered, and ready for your first semester as a freshman or transfer student.
  • This account will be your main form of communication with the university. You’ll receive emails about scholarship opportunities, deadlines, and other important information, so make sure to check your inbox regularly .

  Step 3 – Apply for Financial Aid

  Once you’ve been accepted, get excited! You’re coming to Liberty! Now there are just a few more things to take care of:

  How do I receive financial aid?

  • Submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
    • FAFSA (Liberty code: 010392)

    Remember that your Student Checklist will walk you through all of these processes.

    Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

    To be considered for federal grants, work study, loans, or Liberty University scholarships, you must submit your FAFSA by the deadline each year.

    

    Remember these important numbers!

    FAFSA (Liberty code: 010392)