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Liberty University was founded in 1971 as a private, independent, Christian, comprehensive institution. Since then, Liberty has grown to an enrollment of more than 10,000 students through its various undergraduate and graduate divisions, the Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary, the Distance Learning Program, and the Liberty Bible Institute. Liberty University is accredited by the Commission in the College of the Southern Association of Colleges and School to award associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.

Distance Learning Program
Liberty University offers adult students the opportunity to pursue an accredited college degree at a distance on the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. The University assists students who arepursuing a degree with such services as transcript evaluation, academic advising, and degree planning. Flexible semesters allow course work to begin at the most convenient times for students.

Course lectures are presented on prerecorded VHS videocassettes that students purchase along with the required print materials, such as books, workbooks, and study notes. Testing is monitored by a University-approved proctor. Students in need of class assistance may contact the assigned academic adviser, faculty member, and library services via phone, fax, e-mail, or regular mail.

Distance learners have access to library services, the campus computer network, e-mail services, academic advising, tutoring and career placement assistance.

Programs of Study
Liberty University’s Distance Learning Program offers associate degrees in general studies and religion. Baccalaureate degrees are offered in business (accounting, finance, marketing and management), multidisciplinary studies, psychology, and religion. Students may pursue a master’s degree in professional counseling. A 36-credit-hour traditional program and a 48-credit-hour licensure program are available. Other master’s degrees include the Master of Arts in religion, the Master of Divinity, the Master of Business Administration, and the Master of Education (M.Ed.). The M.Ed. programs are approved by the Virginia Department of Education for the licensure of school personnel. The LU School of Education also offers the Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), with an emphasis in educational leadership, through distance learning.

Credit is given for courses completed at an accredited institution, provided the credit is appropriate to the curriculum chosen at Liberty University. Undergraduate students may also earn credit through standardized testing (CLEP, PEP, DANTES, and ICE), advanced placement, portfolio assessment, military training (ACE), and business training.

There are 210 full-time and 55 part-time faculty members at Liberty University. Of the 210 full-time faculty members, 35 work specifically for the Distance Learning Program in either a full-time or part-time capacity. Faculty members who work with the Distance Learning Program hold a master’s, doctorate, or other terminal degree in the or field of specialty and are specially trained in order to ensure the best-quality education possible for students.

Applying for Distance Education
Distance Learning students can apply for admission at any time of the year. Correspondence between the student and the University is conducted through the Office of Admissions. The student has 120 days from the enrollment date to complete each class.

Costs and Financial Aid
An application with a $35 nonrefundable fee must be submitted prior to admittance. All official transcripts must be sent to the Office of Admissions to determine acceptance to a degree program and the evaluation of credit.

For the 2003-2004 academic year, tuition for the undergraduate and seminary programs is $185 per semester hour. Military and public service personnel in these programs pay $100 per semester hour. Graduate tuition is $200 per semester hour. Course materials are a separate charge and must be purchased by the student through the University supplier, MBS Direct (toll-free, 800-325-3252).

Liberty offers a full range of state (Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant), federal (Pell Grant), and school-sponsored financial assistance programs for those enrolled as matriculated students. Forms for state and federal aid can obtained through the University web site (http://www.liberty.edu) or by calling the Office of Admissions. All students who apply for a Federal Stafford Student Loan must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

For Additional Information
Distance Learning Programs
Liberty University
1971 University Boulevard
Lynchburg, Virginia 24502

Telephone: 800-424-9595
Fax: 800-628-7977
Email: wcpenn@liberty.edu
http://www.liberty.edu

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