Available Graduate Degree Programs
College of Arts and Sciences
Helms School of Government
John W. Rawlings School of Divinity
School of Behavioral Sciences
School of Business
School of Communication and the Arts
School of Engineering
School of Health Sciences
School of Music
College of Osteopathic Medicine
School of Law
Study at an Accredited University
Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. You can pursue your degree with confidence knowing that Liberty has met rigorous standards for its degree programs, faculty, administration, and student support services.
Many of our individual programs hold additional accreditation through specialized professional and accrediting agencies:
Take Your Education to the Next Level with a Graduate Degree from Liberty University
Are you looking to further your career or get ahead in your field? Maybe you want to pursue new job opportunities, gain licensure, or teach at the college level. No matter what your goals are, Liberty University offers a wide range of graduate degrees that can help you hone your expertise and pursue your calling.
Choose from a wide range of programs at the master’s, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. From business and engineering to nursing and communications, you can study the subjects you’re most passionate about while earning a valuable credential from an accredited institution.
You have a dream of using your skills to impact the world, and we want to help make that dream a reality. We’re committed to creating programs that are both academically excellent and distinctly Christian. Not only do we provide top-notch academics — we offer a variety of resources and facilities that are designed to enhance your college experience so you can get the most out of your education.
Tuition Costs
Liberty University provides master’s programs at just $545* per credit hour. Most courses will be paid by credit hour except the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity block rate of $2,850 per semester for 9-15 credit hours. Most graduate programs average from 35-45 credit hours to complete.
*Some programs differ and may have additional fees that apply.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Explore Your Financial Aid Options
There are many ways to fund your education while attending graduate school. And, because Liberty’s residential undergraduate tuition rates are in the bottom third when compared to our leading private, residential competitors, you can rest assured that we’re committed to helping you keep your costs down.
Here are some of the ways you can receive financial support as a graduate student:
- Direct Unsubsidized Loans (Stafford)
- Graduate PLUS Loans
- Graduate Student Assistantships (GSA)
- Keesee Scholarship (for graduate divinity students)
Expand Your Knowledge with Top-Notch Academic Resources
At Liberty, you’ll study under professors who have advanced degrees and years of real-world experience. Our faculty are committed to fostering critical thinking, research, and productive class discussion. Additionally, we offer various student support services that are designed to promote learning beyond the classroom.
- Hone your writing skills with feedback from seasoned coaches at our Graduate Writing Center.
- Ensure that your research complies with government regulations and institutional policies through support from the Research Ethics Office.
- Explore our exciting research opportunities! You could publish your work online, present at Research Week, or apply for research funds.
- Provide support to faculty, fund your education, and build your professional experience through our Graduate Assistantship Program.
- Pursue your career goals and prepare for life after school with Liberty’s Career Services.
- Find valuable research sources at the Jerry Falwell Library.
Enrich Your College Experience with Exciting Events and Facilities
As a Liberty student, you can take advantage of numerous facilities on our beautiful campus in Lynchburg, Va. We want to make your graduate school experience memorable — something that helps you grow personally and professionally while letting you make valuable connections with those around you.
Here are just some of the resources you’ll have access to as a graduate student:
- Clubs and organizations
- Commuter student lounge
- Counseling services
- Fitness and recreation centers
- International Student Center
- Nationally ranked dining program
- NCAA Division I sports including FBS football
- On-campus housing (for students under the age of 25)
- Peer-to-peer transitional mentorship
- Professional development events
Visit Liberty and See the Difference for Yourself!
Liberty is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va. We’re excited to welcome you as you visit our campus, tour our facilities, and experience what sets Liberty apart! We offer 3 graduate student visiting options:
- Graduate School Campus Tours
- Graduate School Preview Days
- Graduate Virtual Appointments with an Admissions Counselor
