B.A. in Law – Legal Education Preparation
Get Ready for Your Calling with Regent University’s Online Pre-Law Degree
Prepare yourself for Law School Success
Increase your LSAT and law school readiness. The design of Regent’s Bachelor of Arts in Law with a concentration in Legal Education Preparation aims to equip students with the necessary skills to successfully navigate the academic rigors of law school. Expand your knowledge in critical thinking, legal analysis, research methods, writing, and oral advocacy. The program also provides guidance on written materials like law resumés and law school admission essays.
Gain Legal Understanding
Learn to analyze, problem-solve, and consider the role of law in society through focused legal education.
Build on a Strong Foundation
Research and develop legal knowledge rooted in a biblical worldview.
Learn From Legal Experts
Study in courses taught by judges and attorneys who have achieved a high level of success in the legal field.
Explore Scholarships
Explore exciting scholarship opportunities such as academic merit scholarships, honors college scholarships, and more!
Experience the Regent Law Advantage
The School of Law currently ranks in the top 11 percent of all law schools for graduates obtaining judicial clerkships and ranked 20th in the nation for Ultimate Bar Passage in 2019. Additionally, for 12 consecutive years (2013-24), U.S. News & World Report has ranked Regent the #1 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the B.A. in Law – Legal Education Preparation, you can:
- Interpret the law as it applies to specific incidents
- Research, write, and clearly articulate persuasive complex ideas
- Identify issues and craft logical solutions
Career Opportunities
- Attend Law School
- Attorney
- Judge
- Mediator
- Paralegal
Some career opportunities require additional education such as a post-graduate law degree to qualify.
| BLAW 315 | Legal Logical Reasoning | 3 | Introduction and study of logical skills and techniques tested on the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT). Additional course components include introduction of the LSAT reading comprehension and writing section as well as the process of applying to law school. |
| BLAW 317 | Legal Analytical Writing | 3 | Development of analytical and persuasive legal writing skills using well-reasoned arguments, effective written communication, and persuasive techniques based on logical reasoning. |
| BLAW 325 | The U.S. Constitution | 3 | A study of the United States Constitution: its words, meaning, and interpretation by courts and other institutions. The history and philosophy behind a written constitution will be examined, along with varying approaches to understanding its meaning. |
| COMM 255 | Persuasive Communication | 3 | Principles and practices of effective, efficient, and ethical argumentation and debate from their classical origins, including theories of persuasion, research on persuasive communication, and the formation of social and political attitudes. |
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
Submit your unofficial high school or college transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.
Step 4: Submit Your FAFSA
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov Regent's school code is 030913.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
| Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Rate Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $9,975 | 12 - 18 | $19,950 |
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $665 | Under 12 | $7,980 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $665 | Over 18 | $11,970 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $665 | N/A | $1,995+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
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Housing Fees » | Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
| Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
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| Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Rate Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $9,493 | 12 - 18 | $18,986 |
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $630 | Under 12 | $7,560 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $630 | Over 18 | $11,340 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $630 | N/A | $1,890+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
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Housing Fees » | Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
| Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
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