Program Overview Brochure – Regent University

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AMERICA’S PREMIER CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY

You were born to lead the way and change the world. Experience an education that supports your purpose.

Regent University is developing the next generation of world-changing leaders. The vision of Regent University is to be the most influential, transformational Christian university in the world. Regent is uniquely equipped to fulfill this vision through preeminent education that blends the highest spirituality and the richest scholarship. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity, Regent is training Christian Leaders to Change the World.

150+ Areas of Study

8- & 15-Week Course Sessions

Online, On-Campus & Evening Courses

Generous Transfer Credits

Multiple Financial Aid Options

Top Military Friendly School Accredited

To learn more about Regent University’s accreditation, visit regent.edu/accreditation.

ARTS, COMMUNICATION & ENGLISH

Inspire the world around you through powerful and strategic forms of communication. Whether you are interested in film production, advertising, journalism, theatre, animation or one of our many other disciplines, equip yourself with top-tier skills in your preferred industry. Discover Regent’s arts, communication, and English programs housed online or within its $35 million Communication & Performing Arts Center.

ASSOCIATE

General Studies

BACHELOR’S

Acting

Animation

Film & Television

Classical Voice

Communication Studies

Contemporary Voice

English

Graphic Design

Songwriting

Theatre

MASTER’S

Acting

Communication

Film Producing & Management

Film & Television Production

Journalism

Screenwriting

Screenwriting

Theatre

DOCTORAL

Communication*

Strategic Communication*

A.A. 64 Credits

BFA 120 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

BFA 120 Credits

B.M. 123 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

B.M. 123 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

BFA 120 Credits

B.M. 123 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

MFA 60 Credits

M.A. 33 Credits

M.A. 39 Credits

MFA 61 Credits

M.A. 33 Credits

M.A. 37 Credits

MFA 54 Credits

M.A. 30 Credits

Ph.D. 64+ Credits

DSC 51 Credits

BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

Ready to lead? Whether you’re just getting started or looking to excel further in your field, our top-ranking business and leadership programs will help you blend modern business theory with real-world experience—all from a strong Christian foundation. With online or on-campus degrees accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs, prepare yourself to solve problems, analyze data and lead with integrity.

ASSOCIATE

Business

BACHELOR’S

Accounting

Business

Business Analytics

Christian Leadership & Management

Financial Management

Healthcare Management

Human Resource Management

Leadership Studies

A.S. 64 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits Management

Marketing

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits Professional Studies

MASTER’S

Accounting

Business Analytics

Financial Planning & Law

B.S. 120 Credits

M.S. 30 Credits

M.A. 30 Credits

Organizational Leadership M.A. 33 Credits

DOCTORAL

Business

Ph.D. 60 Credits

Business Administration DBA 54 Credits

Organizational Leadership Ph.D. 60 Credits

Strategic Leadership* DSL 51 Credits

This program is available online | This program is available on campus | *Required residency In April 2022, Regent University received a 10-year reaffirmation of accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, B.S. in Business program, and B.S. in Accounting program. The following three business programs were added to Regent’s ACBSP portfolio by receiving 10 years of initial accreditation: B.S. in Marketing, B.S. in Management, and B.S. in Human Resource Management. ACBSP world headquarters: 1150 West 119th Street Overland Park, KS 66213; 913.339.9356.

DIVINITY & THEOLOGY

Become well-trained, well-grounded and well-equipped for your unique calling. From practical theology and church leadership to missions and marketplace ministry, Regent’s divinity and theology programs provide excellent academics as well as faculty committed to helping you grow in knowledge, faith and leadership.

ASSOCIATE

Christian Studies

BACHELOR’S

Biblical & Theological Studies

Christian Ministry

Christian Leadership & Management

MASTER’S

Apologetics & Cosmogony

Christian Discipleship

Christian Ministry

Church Leadership

Church Planting

Biblical Literature & Languages

Theology & Ministry

Evangelism & Mission

Online Ministry

Pastoral Counseling

Practical Theology

Spiritual Formation

A.A. 64 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

M.A. 36 Credits

M.A. 36 Credits

M.A. 48 Credits

M.A. 36 Credits

M.A 36 Credits

M.Div. 84 Credits

M.Div. 72 Credits

M.A. 36 Credits

M.A. 36 Credits

M.A. 36 Credits

M.A. 48 Credits

M.A. 36 Credits

Theological Studies MTS 36 Credits

DOCTORAL

Ministry

Renewal Theology*

Theology

D.Min. 36 Credits

Ph.D. 60 Credits

Th.M. 24 Credits This program is available online | This program is available on campus | *Required residency The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS) accredits the School of Divinity, and the following degree programs are approved: M.A. in Apologetics & Cosmogony, M.A. in Christian Spirituality & Formation, M.A. in Practical Theology, M.T.S., M.Div., Th.M., D.Min. and Ph.D. in Renewal Theology. Approved for a Comprehensive Distance Education Program. The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada, 10 Summit Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15275, Phone: 412.788.6505.

EDUCATION

Ready to impact the next generation? Whether you’re seeking teacher licensure or to build on your career, prepare yourself for the evolving world of education with Regent’s education degrees. Programs adhere to national education standards, are approved by the Virginia Department of Education, and have produced 850+ “Teachers of the Year.”

BACHELOR’S

Early Childhood Education (Non-Licensure)

Elementary Education

Secondary English

Secondary History & Social Science

Secondary Mathematics

Secondary Science, Biology

MASTER’S

Christian School Administration

B.S. 120 Credits

B.Ed. 120 Credits

B.Ed. 130 Credits

B.Ed. 127 Credits

B.Ed. 126 Credits

B.Ed. 135 Credits

M.Ed. 34 Credits

Curriculum & Instruction M.Ed. 33-37 Credits

Educational Leadership

Instructional Design & Technology

K-12 Special Education

Leadership in Mathematics Education

Reading Specialist

Higher Education

Teaching (IDP)

TESOL

DOCTORAL

Educational Leadership

Leadership in Mathematics Education

M.Ed. 30 Credits

M.Ed. 30 Credits

M.Ed. 30 Credits

M.Ed. 30 Credits

M.Ed. 32 Credits

M.Ed. 36 Credits

M.Ed. 30 Credits

M.Ed. 30 Credits

Ed.S. 30-32 Credits

Ed.S. 30 Credits

Education Ed.D. 61 Credits

Education Ph.D. 67 Credits

CAREER SWITCHER PROGRAM

Education - Career Switcher for Licensure M.Ed. 30 Credits

Individualized Studies for Career Switchers M.Ed. 30 Credits

This program is available online | This program is available on campus | *Required residency

The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) has granted full national accreditation at the initial-licensure level and the advanced level to the Regent University School of Education. This accreditation status is effective between Fall 2023 and Fall 2030. The initial licensure level programs included in this accreditation cycle are: Early & Primary Education PreK-3; Elementary Education PreK-6; Secondary English 6-12; Secondary History & Social Science 6-12; Secondary Math 6-12; and K-12 Special Education – Licensure. The advanced level programs included are: Ed.S., Ed.D., and Ph.D. in K-12 School Leadership; M.Ed. in Educational Leadership; M.Ed., and Ed.S. in Leadership in Mathematics Education; M.Ed. in Reading Specialist; and M.A. in School Counseling. The accreditation does not include individual education courses that these programs offer to P-12 educators for professional development, re-licensure, or other purposes. 1140 19th St NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20036, (202) 223-0077.

LAW, GOVERNMENT & HISTORY

Passionate about law, government, history or public administration? Our mission is to train leaders who strengthen the ethical and moral foundation of Judeo-Christian principles in these areas. Regent’s law, government, and history programs are designed to develop capable men and women who are called to preserve individual freedom, representative democracy, and constitutional government.

ASSOCIATE

Criminal Justice

A.A. 64 Credits History A.A. 64 Credits

BACHELOR’S

Criminal Justice

B.S. 120 Credits Cybersecurity

B.S. 120 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

B.A. 120 Credits

& National Security B.A. 120 Credits Paralegal Studies

MASTER’S

Cybersecurity

B.S. 120 Credits

M.S. 30 Credits Financial Planning & Law M.A. 32 Credits

M.A. 33 Credits

M.A. 30 Credits

M.A. 32 Credits

National Security Studies

M.A. 36–38 Credits

Public Administration MPA 36 Credits

DOCTORAL

Law

American Legal Studies

Foundations of American Law

Human Rights

Government*

J.D. 90 Credits

LL.M. 30 Credits

LL.M. 30 Credits

LL.M. 30 Credits

Ph.D. 67 Credits

NURSING & HEALTHCARE

Advance your nursing career and broaden your influence through holistic care. Regent’s nursing and healthcare programs, accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), combine rigorous academics with practice-immersion participation to develop skillful, caring and culture-shifting leaders in your field.

ASSOCIATE

Health Sciences

BACHELOR’S

Gerontology

Healthcare Management

Nursing

MASTER’S

Healthcare Law

Nursing

APRN—FNP*

APRN—PMHNP*

DOCTORAL

Nursing Administration & Leadership

APRN FNP*

APRN PMHNP*

A.S. 67 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

RN to BSN 120 Credits

M.A. 32 Credits

MSN 42 Credits

MSN 47 Credits

MSN 47 Credits

DNP 30 Credits

DNP 74 Credits

DNP 74 Credits

This program is available online | This program is available on campus | *Required residency

Select programs can only admit students residing in Virginia. These programs include Regent University’s RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, and Doctor in Nurse Practitioner. Due to the ever-changing requirements and regulations, this list is subject to change on an ongoing basis. Regent urges prospective students to verify requirements with their state of residence and/or intended practice.

The baccalaureate and master’s degree programs in nursing at Regent University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (ccneaccreditation.org).

PSYCHOLOGY & COUNSELING

Deepen your understanding of human behavior and acquire professionally excellent tools to help others. Regent’s psychology and counseling degrees provide instruction on approaching mental health and human behavior issues from a holistic, Christian perspective. Among Christian universities, Regent was the first to offer both APA- and CACREP-accredited programs.

ASSOCIATE

Psychology

BACHELOR’S

Psychology

MASTER’S

Clinical Mental Health Counseling*

Human Services

Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling*

Pastoral Counseling

Psychology

School Counseling*

DOCTORAL

Clinical Psychology

Counseling & Psychological Studies

Counselor Education & Supervision*

Educational Psychology

A.S. 64 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

M.A. 60 Credits

M.A. 30 Credits

M.A. 60 Credits

M.A. 30 Credits

M.S. 39 Credits

M.A. 60 Credits

Psy.D. 124 Credits

Ph.D. 51 Credits

Ph.D. 66 Credits

Ph.D. 67 Credits

The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), has accredited the following programs in the School of Psychology & Counseling: Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master of Arts in School Counseling, Master of Arts in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling, and Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision (first fully online CACREP-accredited CES Ph.D. program, celebrating 15 years). Phone: 703.535.5990, Mailing Address: Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, 500 Montgomery Street Suite 350 Alexandria, VA 22314. The Commission on Accreditation (CoA) of the American Psychological Association (APA), accredits the doctoral program in clinical psychology of the School of Psychology & Counseling. Phone: 202.336.5979, Mailing Address: Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242.

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (STEM)

Have a curiosity for scientific discovery and an interest in making a positive difference in the rapidly growing STEM industry? Regent’s STEM degree programs can prepare you to excel in data analytics, artificial intelligence, programming, cybersecurity and more. Gain practical skills and knowledge in computing and technology, utilize Regent’s on-site multimillion-dollar cyber range, and build on a strong ethical foundation taught from a biblical worldview.

Regent was named the National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the NSA & DHS for its B.S. in Cybersecurity.

ASSOCIATE

Health Sciences

Information Systems

BACHELOR’S

Biophysical Sciences

A.S. 67 Credits

A.S. 64 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits Computer Engineering

B.S. 120 Credits Computer Science B.S. 120 Credits Cyber & Digital Forensics

B.S. 120 Credits Cybersecurity

Information Systems Technology

Mathematics

MASTER’S

Business Analytics

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

B.S. 120 Credits

M.S. 30 Credits Cybersecurity

Instructional Design & Technology

M.S. 30 Credits

M.Ed. 30 Credits Leadership in Mathematics Education

M.Ed. 35 Credits

INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

Earning your degree from Regent is an investment in your future. At Regent, you can experience the priceless advantage of growing in faith, character and skill—preparing yourself for new opportunities in your field. Regent’s annual tuition is nearly $24,000 less than that of other private institutions (U.S. News & World Report, 2023-2024).

FINANCIAL AID

Choosing which college to attend is an important decision. Regent helps make that decision easier by offering scholarship and financial aid opportunities. Regent University’s financial aid team will design the best aid package for you, including federal, state, private and school-funded scholarships to help pay for college.

Learn more about how to apply for your federal, state, institutional and private aid opportunities at regent.edu/aid.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Regent University is proud to offer our students a robust collection of scholarship opportunities. To see a full list of scholarships, visit regent.edu/scholarship.

Freedom Scholarship: $10,000—Essay scholarship for new, on-campus students

Homeschool Scholarship: $4,000—For eligible homeschool graduates

Legacy Grant: $2,000 —For descendants and siblings of Regent alumni

Other merit-based and school-based scholarships available

CORPORATE PARTNERS

The Corporate Partners program offers tuition discounts through select organizations’ benefits. Employees, and in most cases their spouses and dependents, who are eligible to receive company benefits can enroll to receive tuition discounts at Regent.

To learn more about participating organizations and their exclusive benefits, visit regent.edu/partners.

$24 M+

In Institutional Scholarships & Aid for 2023-2024

85% of Regent Students Received Aid

30 Most Affordable Christian Universities

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LIFE ON CAMPUS

AWARD-WINNING HOUSING

Living on campus is a positive, safe and engaging experience at Regent. Students enjoy community-building activities with their hallmates, participate in biweekly Community Group meetings, and learn how to live as part of a greater community. Regent offers two on-campus housing options.

Regent Commons: The Commons offer fully furnished, apartment-style living with versatile floor plans ranging in size from a studio to four-bedroom suites.

Regent Village: The Regent Village offers the convenience of living near campus and the atmosphere of a traditional neighborhood. Enjoy spacious floor plans of both furnished and unfurnished apartments and multiple outdoor recreational areas. A free shuttle operates between Regent Village and the main campus.

To learn more about housing, visit regent.edu/housing.

REGENT ROYALS ATHLETICS

Regent University’s transformational approach to athletic competition equips student-athletes to be winners first and foremost in Christian character; competing to win yet transcending the scoreboard to be Christian leaders to change the sports world.

Learn more about Regent’s athletics teams at regentroyals.com.

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Regent Housing
77 Coffeehouse Weekly Chapel & Student-led UnChapel
Student-Faculty Ratio: 18:1
On-Campus Concerts & Festivals

MAXIMIZE YOUR REGENT EXPERIENCE

ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY, VETERAN & DEPENDENT BENEFITS

Whether you’re active duty, Reserve, National Guard, veteran, or family, you can enjoy distinct military benefits as you earn your degree. Our dedicated military team is available to address your education and career counseling needs.

• 25% tuition reduction for veterans and active-duty service members

• 15% tuition reduction for spouses and dependents of active-duty service members

• Free Transcript Request Service

• Post-9/11 GI Bill* Yellow Ribbon Program and Military Spouse Career

• Advancement Account (MyCAA) participation

• ROTC and NROTC programs

Learn more about your benefits at regent.edu/military.

Top 5 Military Friendly® School Designation

Top 10 Best for Vets: Private Colleges

MILITARY TIMES, 2023

EARLY COLLEGE

Only $75 per credit, Early College is a chance for junior and senior high school students to take college courses. Ambitious high school students can start earning college credits concurrently with a high school diploma.

• Experience college classes with nationally recognized professors.

• Save money by completing part of your degree with reduced pricing and reimbursement.

• Create more time for extracurriculars and internships in college.

• Engage in Regent’s most popular classes such as Introduction to Psychology, World History, Christian Doctrine, Introduction to Chemistry, and more.

Learn more about Early College at regent.edu/earlycollege.

HONORS COLLEGE

The Honors College invites high-achieving students to expand upon Regent University’s tradition of greatness by engaging in unique intellectual, spiritual and social conversations. Experience a challenging curriculum and collaborative environment and receive an exclusive scholarship.

To learn more, visit regent.edu/honors.

MILITARY FRIENDLY ®, 2024-25 * Admission requirements vary by program. “GI Bill®” is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

ROADMAP TO REGENT CHECKLIST

For more information on how to become a Regent Royal, visit regent.edu/roadmap.

Apply to Regent

Submit Supporting Documents

Complete Your FAFSA

Receive Acceptance Decision

Submit Enrollment Deposit

Register for Classes

Send Your Official Transcripts

Access Your MyRegentPortal

Confirm Your Plan to Pay

Order Your Textbooks

Start Your First Class!

ABOUT REGENT UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1977, Regent University enrolls over 13,000 students on its 70-acre campus in Virginia Beach, VA, and online around the world. Regent offers over 150 associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Throughout its dramatic growth as a global center for Christian thought and action, the university has remained steadfast in its mission — Christian Leadership to Change the World.

Virginia Beach, VA

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