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At Regent University, you’ll gain the knowledge, character, and skills to change the world. Whether you pursue an associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree, you’ll be supported by faculty and students who are committed to your success. Experience the difference of America’s Premier Christian University that offers over 150 areas of study online and on campus in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

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Over 900 Alumni Serve as C-Level Leaders in Organizations
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September 3, 2024
College Consensus Ranks Regent’s Online Doctorates in the Nation’s Top 10

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Sept. 3, 2024) – College Consensus ranks Regent University as the nation’s #8 Best Online Doctorate in Leadership Programs 2025. “We are thrilled to receive national recognition for the …

August 15, 2024
Regent Freshmen Pack 57,000 Meals for Disaster Relief

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Aug. 15, 2024) – Regent University’s incoming class of freshmen yielded the largest emergency meal packing event in Operation Blessing history. This record-breaking feat was accomplished largely due to Regent welcoming …

August 14, 2024
Regent University Welcomes Record-Breaking Freshman Class

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Aug. 14, 2024) – The freshman class entering Regent University this fall is the largest in the university’s history. Over 500 new freshmen will begin classes on-campus on August 19—the largest  freshman …

August 8, 2024
Regent University Welcomes 21 New Faculty in Fall 2024

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Aug. 8, 2024) – Regent University is pleased to welcome 21 new faculty members from a wide variety of disciplines and backgrounds for the coming academic year. “I’m delighted to welcome these accomplished educators …

August 6, 2024
Regent Introduces New Bachelor of Education in Secondary Science for Fall 2024

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Aug. 6, 2024) – Regent University is adding a new Bachelor of Education in Secondary Science (Biology) to its fall 2024 curriculum of the College of Arts and Sciences that positions graduates for a …

July 29, 2024
Regent Law Rated Top 10 Nationally for Teaching Quality and Professor Accessibility

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 29, 2024) – The Princeton Review’s “Best Law Schools for 2024” placed Regent Law among the nation’s top law schools for academic experience, quality of teaching, and professor …

July 18, 2024
The Princeton Review Ranks Regent Among Top 50 Online MBA Programs  

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 18, 2024) – Regent University’s School of Business & Leadership is celebrating its fourth consecutive ranking on The Princeton Review’s 2024 Top 50 Online MBA Programs list—landing in the No …

July 16, 2024
Regent University Takes Top Honors in the Coastal Virginia Magazine Awards 2024

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 16, 2024) – Regent University is featured in the Coastal Virginia Magazine Awards 2024 issue for its Overall Gold win as the “Best Private College/University ” in the region …

July 11, 2024
Regent University Receives $25,000 Grant from Sentara Health

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 11, 2024) – Regent University was recently awarded a $25,000 grant from Sentara Health to support the university’s Psychological Services Center (PSC), an out-patient mental health clinic located at the …

July 10, 2024
Virginia Law Foundation Awards Grant to Regent Law

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 10, 2024) – Regent University School of Law’s Center for Global Justice just received a generous $10,000 grant from the Virginia Law Foundation. The grant will provide funding to help victims of human trafficking …

July 10, 2024
Regent University School of Divinity Unveils its Doctor of Ministry in Biblical and Renewal Preaching 

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 10, 2024) – Regent University is announcing its new Doctor of Ministry with a concentration in Biblical and Renewal Preaching—a program designed to deepen …

July 9, 2024
Regent University Recognized as one of Money’s Best Colleges in America

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 9, 2024) – Money lists Regent in its 2024 Best Colleges in America ranking for its strong academics and immense value. “We are delighted that Money has declared Regent University among the …

July 8, 2024
Regent University Enactus Selected Among Top 3 at the Action with Africa Challenge

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 8, 2024) – Regent Enactus’ recent service project has earned a spot in the top 3 at the international Action with Africa Challenge—the only United States university to earn this …

June 26, 2024
Regent University Appoints Dr. Simon Tarr Dean of the School of Communication and the Arts

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (June 26, 2024) – Regent University has appointed Dr. Simon Tarr as Dean of the School of Communication and the Arts, effective July 1. He will also continue to serve as Dean of the …

June 19, 2024
University HQ Ranks Regent University Programs Among Nation’s Best

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (June 19, 2024) – Regent University continues to demonstrate academic strength and value as University HQ reveals new rankings with Regent topping multiple categories. “We are humbled by these …

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