Liberty University Making Move To FBS

[tonybologna]

Liberty announces move to FBS with NCAA waiver | CollegeFootballTalk

 

[MyBloodRunnethOrange]

They'll end up on the schedules of 2- 3 SEC teams soon

 

[tonybologna]

They'll end up on the schedules of 2- 3 SEC teams soon

Yes, and I bet we will be one SEC school on their schedule in the 1st 3 years of their program. That's my feeling & guess.

 

[MyBloodRunnethOrange]

I wouldn't doubt it

 

[Coach Punk]

They're in the heart of Virginia. Every school in America is going to try to schedule them.

 

[BUBear]

Sorry guys but Ian McCaw and Art Briles beat y'all to it.

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Ironic that McCaw is now the AD at Liberty...wonder how he likes them apples now??? lol:

At least Matt Rhule should start his 1st season 3-0.

 

[VOLatile]

And the collective standard for academics for the NCAA drops some more.

 

[VolsSportsFan]

Strange move considering several schools are already barely hanging on in FBS as is.

 

[Otis07]

And the collective standard for academics for the NCAA drops some more.

I thought Liberty had a solid reputation.....Like Belmont

 

[tonybologna]

I thought Liberty had a solid reputation.....Like Belmont

Not quite as solid as schools like Belmont & Lipscomb.

 

[BUBear]

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Liberty University

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2017 Quick Stats

TUITION & FEES$23,020 (2016-17)

ROOM AND BOARD$9,306 (2016-17)

TOTAL ENROLLMENT 80,494


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Liberty University is a private institution that was founded in 1971. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 49,863, its setting is city, and the campus size is 7,000 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Liberty University's ranking in the 2017 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, Tier 2. Its tuition and fees are $23,020 (2016-17).


General Information

Private SCHOOL TYPE

1971 YEAR FOUNDED

Southern Baptist RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION

Semester ACADEMIC CALENDAR

City SETTING

$1,054,285,564 2015 ENDOWMENT

School Mission and Unique Qualities

Content is provided by the school.

Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971, producing graduates with the values, knowledge, and skills required to impact the world. The secret to its success lies in a solid commitment to biblical truth. Upon this foundation, Liberty has built a world-class university that offers excellent academics, NCAA Division I athletics, an exciting social atmosphere, and an environment that encourages spiritual growth. With more than 300 unique areas of study, Liberty is approved by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia and is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Liberty's 6,800-acre campus is undergoing an extensive $400 million dollar rebuilding, including the construction of the Jerry Falwell Library, the first building to bear the name of the university's founder, Dr. Jerry Falwell, Sr. Also included in the expansion is The Center for Medical and Health Sciences which will house the new School of Osteopathic Medicine, several new academic buildings, a cathedral-style prayer chapel, and additional athletic facilities. For students who live on campus, Liberty has several options with a variety of resident amenities, including laundry facilities, fully equipped kitchens, en suite bathrooms, and a plethora of dining options. The LaHaye Student Center includes a theater, basketball courts, and an NCAA regulation-size pool. More than 12,600 resident students study at Liberty representing over 80 countries and all 50 states. Liberty invites new students to take a closer look at the university by attending College For A Weekend (CFAW) events. Choosing a college is about more than just getting an education...it's about securing a successful future. Liberty is located in Lynchburg, Va. along the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, a region rich in history, culture, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Students enjoy nearby hiking, kayaking, water skiing, snow skiing, whitewater rafting, fishing, snowboarding, and more.

2017 Rankings

Liberty University is ranked RNP in National Universities. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.


RNP in National Universities

#287 (tie) in High School Counselor Rankings

#177 (tie) in Engineering Programs (no doctorate)

Selectivity: Selective
Fall 2015 acceptance rate: 21%




Student gender distribution:

Male 42%

Female 58%

Total enrollment: 80,494

Collegiate athletic association: NCAA I

 

[Burger]

Jerry Faldwell Jr. is happy.

 

[UTwild82]

Future Sunbelt member?

 

[tonybologna]

Future Sunbelt member?

That's probably where they will place them looking at all the FBS conferences. SoCon could be another one too. Would be in there with my ETSU Bucs. :wink:

 

[armchair]

onward christian soldiers. Maybe gays will start a college and they'll become rivals with Liberty--the new version of Army v. Navy. It would be fun just to see Falwell freak out.

 

[Burger]

onward christian soldiers. Maybe gays will start a college and they'll become rivals with Liberty--the new version of Army v. Navy. It would be fun just to see Falwell freak out.

Wouldn't that be Cal-Berkley?

 

[Pappy]

onward christian soldiers. Maybe gays will start a college and they'll become rivals with Liberty--the new version of Army v. Navy. It would be fun just to see Falwell freak out.

no...the gays will demand a college be built to be paid for by the USA taxpayers...& it would happen. they would then protest Liberty U and have it closed...they are so tolerant ya know..

 

[VolunteerHillbilly]

This could be interesting. Most of the large, religious affiliated protestant schools have coursed a historical affiliation in the past few decades. Liberty could stand alone to pick up prospects who have a particular set of values.

 

[VolunteerHillbilly]

Well. Their men's tennis team just got rocked by Furman.

 

[VolsSportsFan]

That's probably where they will place them looking at all the FBS conferences. SoCon could be another one too. Would be in there with my ETSU Bucs. :wink:

Um, the SoCon isn't FBS....

 

[tonybologna]

Um, the SoCon isn't FBS....

That's right. I guess I was hoping my Bucs came into play. Guess that's out the window. Thanks!

 

[bamawriter]

onward christian soldiers. Maybe gays will start a college and they'll become rivals with Liberty--the new version of Army v. Navy. It would be fun just to see Falwell freak out.

I don't see Texas A&M scheduling Liberty every year.

 

[FiremedicVOL127]

That's probably where they will place them looking at all the FBS conferences. SoCon could be another one too. Would be in there with my ETSU Bucs. :wink:

The SoCon and ETSU are FCS not FBS.

 

[ukvols]

Sorry guys but Ian McCaw and Art Briles beat y'all to it.

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Ironic that McCaw is now the AD at Liberty...wonder how he likes them apples now??? lol:

At least Matt Rhule should start his 1st season 3-0.

@Duke will be the toughest regular season non-conference game for Baylor in a long time.

 

[tonybologna]

The SoCon and ETSU are FCS not FBS.

I know that now. I corrected myself in another post buddy. :wink: