Liberty University

Labeled as a doctoral research university by the Carnegie Classification, LU integrates Christian ethical standards into its School of Nursing, fostering a commitment to excellence in nursing practice. The School of Nursing at Liberty University offers a comprehensive array of academic programs that cater to aspiring nurses, combining a solid foundation in Biblical knowledge, liberal arts, and nursing with a global perspective.

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Lynchburg, Virginia

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Liberty University is a public and non-profit State Institution. The insitution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, RN to BSN, MSN, RN to MSN, DNP, MSN to DNP, PhD, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Student Demographics

  • 30 Average Age
  • 44% Men
  • 56% Women
  • 1% Veterans
  • 79% White
  • 6% Hispanic
  • 14% Black
  • 2% Asian

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Nursing Programs

  • $52,472 In-State Undergraduate Tuition*
  • $23,997 In-State Graduate Tuition*

*Tuition is an average of the programs listed below.

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Liberty University (LU), an Evangelical Christian university located in Virginia, was founded in 1971 by Jerry Falwell. Liberty University has a School of Nursing that prepares nursing students to become excellent nurses with a foundation of commitment to their Christian ethical standards. Students in the nursing program receive a diverse educational background which is based on Biblical knowledge, liberal arts, and behavioral and social sciences, as well as nursing.

Academic Programs

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Residential and Global Studies
  • RN to BSN - Online
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Online
  • Nursing Administration
  • Nurse Educator
  • Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Business Administration (MSN / MBA) - Dual Degree
  • Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSN / MSHA) - Dual Degree 
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Residential & Online
  • Family Nurse Practitioner
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 

Undergraduate Programs

Nursing BSN– Residential and Global Studies

The School of Nursing offers a four-year curriculum which is a traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree. The curriculum includes 131 credits, 54 of the credits are general education requirements, 16 are natural science support courses, and 61 credits are nursing courses.

There is an option for Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree students to graduate with a Global Studies Cognate. Through this option, students will take courses such as Cultural Anthropology, Global Health Nursing Field, and Cross-Cultural Nursing to help prepare them for nursing in a mission-related field.

RN to BSN – Online

Liberty University's RN to BSN is designed for nurses that hold an RN. The program takes 2 years to complete and is 100% online.

Graduate Programs

RN to BSN to MSN Accelerated

Liberty University added a new program that allows the Registered Nurse to complete the BSN and MSN degrees online in as little as 3.5 years.

  • Nursing Administrator
  • Nursing Educator
  • Nursing Informatics

Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Business Administration (MSN / MBA) — Dual Degree

LU's Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Business Administration (MSN / MBA) - Dual Degree is a degree program that is 100% online. Students gain the business work skills to excel in business leadership, organization, and structure while integrating that information seamlessly into the nursing aspects of healthcare.

Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSN / MSHA) — Dual Degree 

Liberty University's Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSN / MSHA) - Dual Degree is also a 100% online program. This degree program prepares the nurse for placement in the healthcare field with knowledge and skills essential to identifying and addressing a variety of administrative and nursing situations as well as marketing strategies.

Doctor of Nursing Practice — DNP

This program is mostly online but incorporates three intensive hands-on courses. There are two pathways available:  Post MSN DNP and Post BSN DNP/FNP.

MSN to DNP

The Post-Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) to DNP degree pathway only enrolls nurse leaders, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists. There is a residency program with practicums in this course pathway, with an online component. If approved through your state's approval process, practicum hours may be available in the student's area.

BSN to DNP/FNP

The Post-Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) to DNP degree pathway adds additional training for students to become eligible to take a national certification examination as a Family Nurse Practitioner. The program is an online format with a residential component and practicums. This program is available only in residence at the campus in Lynchburg, VA.

The Certification boards for Family Nurse Practitioners include: The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

Format

  • Online with optional intensives
  • 41 total credit hours
  • A maximum of 6 credit hours can be transferred

DNP — Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner 

LU's Doctor of Nursing Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner is arranged in order to allow graduates to sit for the American Nurse Credentialing Center Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner national exam.

 Format

  • Online with required intensives
  • 57 total credit hours
  • A maximum of 50% of the program hours may be transferred

Nursing International Clinical Mission Trips

Nursing students are given the opportunity to travel and experience hands-on clinical training and utilize nursing skills while providing needed services and health education in countries like, Haiti, Rwanda and Guatemala.

Approval and Accreditation

The Virginia State Board of Nursing approved the online RN to BSN program.

The Virginia Board of Nursing approved Liberty's Registered Nurse program.

The online RN to BSN program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited the Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Nursing as well as the Doctor of Nursing Practice programs.

Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

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