Admissions & Aid
Advancing your education at Regent University is a choice you can be confident in. If questions arise regarding the admissions process, please call the School of Education Admissions Office. Below, you’ll find an overview of the graduate School of Education admissions process, as well as scholarships and aid available to education students.
Admissions Contact Information: 888.713.1595 | edadmissions@regent.edu
Admissions
The School of Education operates on a rolling admissions basis, which means that students may apply to graduate school at any time. We suggest that applicants apply early for their chosen semester (spring, summer or fall) in order to receive an admissions decision in a timely manner and be considered for financial assistance opportunities. Students may begin most programs in the fall, spring or summer semester (with the exception of our doctoral programs).
General Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required of all master’s level applicants.
- A master’s degree from an accredited institution is required of all Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS), Specialist and Doctoral applicants.
Program-specific Requirements
Admissions requirements vary by program. You may view the requirements for your program of interest by clicking on the appropriate link below. Please review the admissions details carefully as all application materials must be received in order for an admission decision to be processed.
Master of Education
- Career Switcher Program for Accelerated Teaching License with M.Ed. Option
- M.Ed. in Christian School Administration
- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction
- M.Ed. in Educational Leadership
- M.Ed. in Higher Education
- M.Ed. in Instructional Design & Technology
- M.Ed. in K-12 Special Education (Licensure)
- M.Ed. in K-12 Special Education (Nonlicensure)
- M.Ed. in Leadership in Mathematics Education
- M.Ed. in Reading Specialist (Endorsement)
- M.Ed. in Reading Specialist (without Endorsement)
- M.Ed. in Teaching (IDP)
- M.Ed. in Teaching (IDP) – NILD Educational Therapy Certification Program
- M.Ed. in TESOL – Adult Education-Collegiate
- M.Ed. in TESOL – K-12
Educational Specialist
Doctor of Education
Doctor of Philosophy
Certificates
- Certificate in the Law & Higher Education
- Certificate of Graduate Studies: Education
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Advancing Leadership (CAL)
Professional Learning
Evaluation of Transfer Credits
Transfer credits are evaluated on an individual basis but cannot constitute more than 25 percent of a student’s complete degree plan. Course credits that previously applied to one degree cannot be used again for a different degree program. An evaluation of possible transfer credits will take place once you have been admitted to the program. Read our generous Transfer Policy.
International Applicants
In addition to the program-specific requirements listed above, as an international applicant, you will need to submit supplementary admissions requirements. For more information, please visit our International Students Admissions page.
Admissions Events
Attending a Regent admissions event or webinar can be one of the smartest things you’ll do as you plan to pursue your degree. Our on-campus and online events will help clarify your goals and calling while answering your questions about more practical issues like the admissions process and financial aid.
The School of Education offers a variety of aid that makes our affordable degree options even more accessible. We are ready to assist you with financing your graduate program with opportunities from school-based scholarships and grants to federal and state aid designed specifically for educators. Most graduate school financial aid resources focus on academic merit providing scholarship options for graduate students. Other scholarship programs, grants and discounts are associated with military service, corporate sponsors and church match partnerships. In addition to university-wide financial aid opportunities, you may be eligible for the following school-specific scholarships and federal and state aid options.
Note: School-based awards cannot exceed the cost of tuition. We are unable to assist with living expenses with our financial aid funding.
Value: Full scholarship and stipend
Description: The Selig Fellowship Program affords promising Ed.S. and doctoral students the opportunity to work with outstanding faculty supervisors in an attempt to strengthen the fellow’s development as a scholar while supporting the research agenda of supervisors.
- One Selig Fellowship is given each year.
- The Selig Fellow must be local or willing to move to Virginia Beach to pursue the program and take advantage of the fellowship.
- Returning Regent post-master’s students must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher for their entire Regent Ed.S. or doctoral program in order to be considered for a fellowship.
- New students must be accepted into the School of Education Ed.S. or doctoral program prior to submitting the fellowship application in order to be considered.
- Prospective students must be accepted into the School of Education Ed.S. or doctoral program prior to submitting the fellowship application in order to be considered.
- Selig fellows will receive a yearly stipend and will be paid hourly over the 12-month commitment along with a 100% tuition scholarship. The scholarship portion of each fellowship will cover three semesters (from the summer of one year through the spring of the following year). Fellows will be responsible for all other student-related fees (e.g., technology, student services, parking and textbooks). Note: Selig Fellowship specifics are subject to change based on budget approval.
- Specific work schedule and assignments must be approved by the Dean and faculty supervisors. Duties generally will focus on scholarly activities such as research, and faculty, special project and office support. Attendance at select meetings and university chapel is encouraged.
- Fellows must earn a minimum 3.5 GPA every term and be in good standing with all of the university policies and procedures (e.g., code of conduct and library policies).
- Renewal of fellowships for subsequent years is not automatic. Application procedures, deadlines and awards are subject to change each year.
Interested applicants must complete and submit the fellowship application below by May 1. The Selig Fellowship award is based upon a selection process conducted by the doctoral fellowship committee. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Dr. Katherine Goldman at kgoldman@regent.edu or 757.352.4314.
Additional Federal & State Aid Options
Additional Financial Aid Information
Other helpful financial resources available through the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships.