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Christian Leadership to Change the World

Regent University, America’s premier Christian university, has been dedicated to global transformation. Our motto, Christian Leadership to Change the World, reflects our commitment to making an impact worldwide. Regent achieves this goal by offering top-notch undergraduate and graduate online degrees, equipping Christian leaders to impact every industry.

Through Regent Online, we prioritize excellence in online education, ensuring that students worldwide receive an exceptional learning experience. Our dedicated support teams, including Advising, Financial Aid, Disability Services, Military Resources, Library Resources, and IT Support, are ready to provide assistance for student success. Explore flexible online degree options, allowing you to pursue your degree while balancing your career, family, and life.

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Best Online Graduate Business Programs in Virginia (non-MBA). Ranking in the Top 5 for 10 consecutive years. U.S. News & World Report, 2024
First Online Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, Launched in 1995
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#9 Best Online MBA Programs in Virginia U.S. News & World Report, 2024
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Best Online Law Degree Programs Intelligent, 2023
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Ranked Among Top National Universities U.S. News & World Report, 2019, 2020, 2022 & 2023
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Generous transfer policy — transfer up to 90 credit hours Up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree or up to 49% of a graduate degree
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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 …

June 7, 2024
Chancellor Gordon Robertson Receives 2024 Community Builders Award

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (June 7, 2024) – Regent University Chancellor Gordon Robertson received the 2024 Community Builders Award from the Hampton Roads Community Action Program. This award celebrates those who have demonstrated a …

June 5, 2024
Regent University to Host Inaugural Conference for Renewal Theology

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (June 5, 2024) – The Regent University School of Divinity is hosting the Conference for Renewal Theology on Saturday, November 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Virginia Beach campus. For this inaugural …

June 4, 2024
How to Become a Licensed Therapist

So, you feel called to help others manage and overcome life’s dilemmas and lead them to better mental health? That is an important calling! Such a calling may be pushing you toward becoming a licensed mental health therapist. Mental health counseling is a …

June 4, 2024
Regent University Receives Endowed Scholarship from the Beazley Foundation

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (June 4, 2024) – Regent University recently received a generous scholarship of $100,000 from the Beazley Foundation in honor of the late Judge Richard S. Bray, who died on May 4, 2024, at the age of 77 …

May 30, 2024
Regent Law Welcomes Two New Faculty Members

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (May 30, 2024) – Regent University School of Law is pleased to announce the addition of two new faculty members, Christian Edmonds and Erin K. DeBoer. Professor Edmonds will serve as an assistant professor and also direct …

May 22, 2024
Regent University Enactus Earns a Win at National Competition

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (May 22, 2024) – Regent University Enactus brought home the Team Spirit Award from the 2024 Enactus USA Expo held May 13–15, at the University of Texas at Austin. Each year, students, academics, and …

May 16, 2024
Regent University Hires Donte Minter as Women’s Basketball Head Coach

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (May 16, 2024) – Today, Regent University announced the hiring of Donte Minter as head coach of the Regent Royal’s women’s basketball team. Minter rejoins Regent’s program after previously serving as …

May 8, 2024
What is a PMHNP?

What is a PMHNP? While its title may seem like a random assortment of letters to some, PMHNPs play a crucial role in healthcare. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP) blend the worlds of nursing and psychiatric mental health to provide assessments, diagnoses and …

May 8, 2024
Regent University Launches Institute for Israel Studies

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (May 8, 2024) – Today, Regent University announced the establishment of the Institute for Israel Studies within the Robertson School of Government. This distinguished program will be home to the nation’s leading …

May 4, 2024
Regent University Celebrates Nearly 2,300 Graduates in the Class of 2024

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (May 4, 2024) – Today, nearly 2,300 graduates left the campus of Regent University as alumni—assigned to change the world for the glory of God. “Each of you should use whatever gift you have …

April 23, 2024
Dr. William L. Hathaway Named Provost of Regent University

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Apr. 23, 2024) – On Saturday, the Regent University Board of Trustees voted to appoint Dr. William L. Hathaway as Provost of Regent University. Hathaway immediately assumed the position after relinquishing his post as …

April 23, 2024
Regent University Hires Spencer Beaty as New Men’s Basketball Head Coach

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Apr. 23, 2024) – Spencer Beaty has accepted the position as Head Coach of the Regent Royal’s Men’s Basketball Team after serving as assistant coach at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas …

April 22, 2024
OMD Ranks Regent University in the Nation’s Top 5 Best Online Master’s Degree Programs in 2024

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Apr. 22, 2024) – OnlineMastersDegrees.org (OMD) has ranked Regent University among the Best Accredited Online Master’s Degree Programs in 2024, with Regent’s curriculum …

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