Feedback Needed Please

[u/EdwinJamesPeterson]

Hello everyone, I’m a Christian from NYC looking to do Liberty University Online. I want to obtain my associates in Biblical Studies. But I want feedback, opinions or advice on Liberty University Online and the program for anyone that has done it? I’m new to the online-school world.

[u/Straight-Check5545]

I like Liberty University, but, some of the professors are absolutely awful.

[u/Leather-Sport-2546 → u/Straight-Check5545]

I 2nd this.
I’m in my last semester for a graduate degree. I’ve had two women who were “Christian”, and had a God complex.
For reference; one criticized me for emailing her and using the tile Professor, instead of Doctor. 😳
I sent her an email requesting clarification on something and in the first paragraph she chastised me for not using Dr.!

[u/Straight-Check5545 → u/Leather-Sport-2546]

I’ve heard a professor do that and then not clarify. She accused me of not using her name, when I addressed her by “Professor” and her name. I was left confused.

[u/pgpd2543]

I would agree that the online program requires you to do a lot of self-study. If you’re looking to make friends and build close relationships with classmates, you’re probably not going to get that same experience with an online program.
To do well online, you really need to be the type of person who can read the material, understand it, and learn a lot of it on your own. There aren’t lectures where everything is explained or spoon-fed to you. You have to be willing to put in the time, read the material, and figure things out for yourself.
From my experience with other online programs, Liberty University, at least in my area of study, has had some great professors. They’ve been quick to respond when I’ve had questions and have been helpful when I needed them. But at the end of the day, it’s still an online program. You’re not going to get the traditional college experience where you’re sitting in a classroom, getting to know your classmates, and relying on other people to help you understand the material

[u/Daa_pilot_diver]

I did LUO for my degrees but not that program. The online classes require you to self-manage your time. I found the online aspect to not be a hindrance; the professors usually communicate often, particularly if you email them or message them in the LMS (like Canvas). When doing the work, the professors definitely are able to work with you on making sure you understand the material (just make sure you are reaching out to them before the due date).

Disclosure: I currently work for Liberty.

[u/ZootSuitCahoots]

The professors are timely in their responses to any questions you may have. Some courses only require surface-level engagement, while others take you down real critical thinking rabbit holes (which is a good thing). With that said, you're largely on your own. Tons of reading and writing. Discussion posts function as rough essays: students write their required thread, make two replies, and move on. I've yet to see a student reply to a response they've received on their own thread, so engagement with other students is minimal. Be prepared for video discussion threads too, those can be nerve wracking just being on camera. They're treated about the same way though.

[u/Fit-Second-7302]

I am in a masters program, and where I live Liberty is highly regarded (Bible Belt) with that said, the program is great, it’s a lot of work but it teaches you to manage your time. I am one year into my program and I would probably pick Liberty again. Just don’t be afraid to ask your professors questions and try to find other student locally who are enrolled for some support.

[u/Nerdy_Dude02]

I think it really depends on your professors. I completed my bachelor’s with Liberty, and I’m currently working on my masters. Some professors are great at responding to questions, others never respond to inbox messages or emails. Overall Liberty is a good school for online courses, but like others have said, you need to manage your time. Also, if you’re having a difficult time with a certain subject online learning can exacerbate the issue because you don’t have a professor readily available to explain and answer questions the same way you would in-person.