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School of Undergraduate Studies School-Based Aid

Thank you for your interest in Regent University and our Scholarships and Grants! We are pleased to offer a wide range of award options for students that can be a welcome benefit in conjunction with Federal aid, State aid, and Private Scholarships/Grants. Our hope is to do what we can to help our students achieve their goal of obtaining their Associate's and/or Bachelor's degrees. For maximum award consideration, please complete the FAFSA beginning in January of the year prior to your expected term of enrollment.

Important Scholarship Information

Scholarship Opportunities Offered at Regent University

  • During the day in the traditional 16-week semester format, popular with younger (18 to 22) students
  • During the evenings, weekends, or online in the 8-week format, popular with adults and working professionals
Award Name Minimum Requirements for Aid Consideration Award Amounts Award Maintenance
Merit Scholarship (Transfer Student)
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Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Transfer in a minimum of 16 credits from previous college work From 20% - 40% off Tuition Maintain minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA; active status as a student
Merit Scholarship (High School Graduate, Incoming Freshman)
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Cumulative High School GPA of 3.5 or higher Minimum SAT1 score of 1100 and/or minimum ACT score of 24 From 20% - 40% off Tuition Maintain minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA; active status as a student
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
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Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Membership in Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society 40% off Tuition Maintain minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA; active status as a student
Regent Undergraduate Investment Grant (Need based)
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Demonstrated financial need via submitted FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) From 10% - 40% off Tuition Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Active Duty Military Service Award
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must be an active duty military service member. Please submit a copy of current orders. Tuition reduced to $250 per credit hour Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Veteran & Retiree Military Service Award
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must be a Veteran of a wartime or retired after 20 or more years of active duty service. Please submit a copy of your DD-214. Tuition reduced to $250 per credit hour Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Public Service Award3
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must be a full-time uniformed Police Officer, Firefighter, Emergency Medical Technician, or Correctional Officer. $1,500 maximum per semester Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Military & Public Service Spouse and Dependent Children Award
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must be spouse or dependent child of those who meet the qualifications for the Military Service or Public Servant awards (SEE ABOVE) 15% off Tuition Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Home Educators of Virginia3 (HEAV)
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must complete the HEAV Discount Form and complete an online application $1,500 maximum per semester Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Home School Legal Defense Association3 (HSLDA).
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must complete the HSLDA Discount Form and complete an online application $1,500 maximum per semester Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Virginia Community College Grant
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must have received an A.A., A.S. or A.A.S. from a Virginia Community College Tuition is reduced by $75 per credit hour Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
North Carolina Community College Grant
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must have received an A.A., A.S. or A.A.S. from a North Carolina Community College Tuition is reduced by $75 per credit hour Maintain Good Academic Standing; and active status as a student
Regent Associate's Degree Award3
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must have been awarded an A.A. or A.S. degree from Regent University $1,000 maximum per semester Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Family Discount3
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Two students from the same immediate family simultaneously enrolled in Regent Undergrad (Parent/Child, Siblings, Husband/Wife) $1,500 maximum per semester for each student Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Extended Family Referral Discount3
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student referred to Regent University by full-time, benefited employee; must be part of employee's extended family $1,500 maximum per semester for each student Maintain Good Academic Standing; and active status as a student.
Church Employee Discount3
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must be paid, full time church employee or their spouse/dependent child (as defined by FAFSA) $1,500 maximum per semester Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Church Match Grant2
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Students must have the Church Match forms completed; Forms are sent to student via email once they have applied for the grant Regent matches up to $750 per semester of what a church gives starting in the Fall of 2009 Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student
Teen Mania - Honor Academy3
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (from previous college work; not institutional) Student must submit proof of graduation from the Honor Academy $1,500 maximum per semester Maintain Good Academic Standing; active status as a student

1 SAT score only includes critical reading and math.

2 Along with emphasizing the importance of filling out your FAFSA and seeking multiple sources for aid, the Church Match Grant is an option every student should pursue. The form is forwarded to you when you submit the RSU Financial Aid application.

3 These awards may be combined with the following awards:

  • Merit Scholarship
  • Investment Grant
  • Phi Theta Kappa
  • Active Duty Military Service
  • Veteran & Retiree Service
  • Community College Grant

Only 1 additional award may be combined with these awards.

Additional Scholarship Search

  • Award renewals will occur automatically each year after the conclusion of the spring term for subsequent academic years.
  • Typically, all scholarships and grants are awarded for only fall and spring semesters
  • All scholarships and grants pay toward tuition only.
  • Award consideration requires admission to Regent University's Undergraduate program.
  • Awards decisions are determined by information gathered during the admissions process and may require additional documentation; applicants will receive confirmation requests from the Financial Aid Office.

Merit-based Scholarships

Need-based Grants

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) Scholarship

Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV) Award

Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) Award

Family Award

Church Employee Award

Teen Mania Honor Academy Award

Church Match Grant

Military Service Award

Public Service Award

Military Spouse/Dependent Child Award

Public Servant Spouse/Dependent Child Award

Virginia Community College Award

North Carolina Community College Award

  • Award renewals will occur automatically each year after the conclusion of the spring term for subsequent academic years.
  • All scholarships and grants pay toward tuition only.
  • Award consideration requires admission to Regent University's Undergraduate program.
  • Awards decisions are determined by information gathered during the admissions process and may require additional documentation; applicants will receive confirmation requests from the Financial Aid Office.

Military Service Award

Church Match Grant

Corporate Partnerships

Christian Leadership to Change the World

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