Institutional Profile
History
Dr. M.G. "Pat" Robertson founder and president of the Christian Broadcast Network (CBN), had an inspired vision of establishing a graduate-level institution that would train mature men and women for the challenge of representing Christ in their professions. In 1977, the vision materialized when CBN University was incorporated as a nonprofit education institution in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In the fall of 1978, students began classes in modest, rented facilities.
By October 1989, CBN University had grown from a School of Communication & the Arts to seven professional schools with nearly 800 students. On January 1, 1990, in recognition of this growth, the board of trustees voted to change the name of CBN University to Regent University. A "regent" is one who represents a king in his absence. For Regent University, a regent is one who represents Christ, our Sovereign, in whatever sphere of the life he or she may be called to serve Him.
Today, more than 5,900 students earn associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees at the school's campus in Virginia Beach, Virginia, or via online learning. Our student body represents over 75 countries; and approximately 15,000 alumni are making an impact in all sectors around the world.
Our academic programs are as rigorous as they are rewarding. Regent student teams regularly win national competitions in their fields of study, and our alumni have been honored for professional achievements in their disciplines.
Likewise, Regent campus buildings, designed within an architectural master plan, reflect a commitment to our nation's colonial heritage but are also equipped with the latest educational technologies.
Certainly, the distinct mission of Regent has drawn students, administrators, and distinguished faculty and guest lecturers from around the world to contribute to its fulfillment. Regent employs 188 full-time and some 350 adjunct faculty, including former Attorney General John Ashcroft, a Distinguished Professor of Law and Government and Admiral Vern Clark (ret.), former Chief of Naval Operations, a Distinguished Professor of Leadership and Government. Review Regent University Facts for a closer look at the accomplishments and prominence Regent University shares with schools many times our age.
Beyond milestone events and dates or facts and figures, Regent's mission to combine Christianity and world-class education has kept the university on course. True to its well-established roots, Regent remains a premier educational institution dedicated to combining quality education with Biblical teachings. The dramatic changes that have taken place are the result of divine inspiration and unwavering dedication to the mission as reflected in our motto Christian Leadership to Change the World.
Schools
Undergraduate
- School of Undergraduate Studies
Graduate Schools
- School of Communication & the Arts
- School of Divinity
- School of Education
- School of Global Leadership & Entrepreneurship
- Robertson School of Government
- School of Law
- School of Psychology & Counseling
Student Profile
Median age: 34
- Full-time undergraduate students: 29
- Part-time undergraduate students: 35
- All undergraduate students: 31
- Full-time graduate students: 30
- Part-time graduate students: 39
- All graduate students: 36
Enrollment status
43% Full-time students, 57% Part-time students
Gender
60% Female, 40% Male enrollment
Student body
- 6% Foreign/International
- 23% African-American or Black
- 1% American Indian/Native American
- 2% Asian/Pacific Islander
- 4% Hispanic
- 51% White/Caucasian American
- 13% Unknown/Unreported
Approximately 635 students live on campus
Degrees and Certificates
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Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies
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Associate's degrees
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Bachelor's degrees
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Tuition
- Undergraduate: $495-$685 per credit hour
- Graduate (varies by program): $515-$985 per credit hour
- Law: $1,060 per credit hour
Faculty
- 188 full-time faculty
- Approximately 347 individuals serve as adjunct faculty members throughout the academic year
Alumni
- Regent University has approximately 15,000 alumni who reside in all 50 states and in 85 countries.
- The university awards approximately 1,000 degrees each year.
Accreditation
- Regent University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associates, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Regent University.
- Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) www.chea.org
- The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV)—certification of the Commonwealth of Virginia. www.schev.edu
- The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada (ATS), accredits the School of Divinity. The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools, 10 Summit Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15275. www.ats.edu
- The American Bar Association (ABA), accredits the School of Law. The Accreditation Committee and the Council of the Section, 321 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL 60610. www.abanet.org
- The American Psychological Association (APA), accredits the psychology programs of the School of Psychology & Counseling. Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242. www.apa.org
- The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), accredits the counseling programs of the School of Psychology & Counseling. 5999 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304. www.cacrep.org
- The Regent University School of Education's educational leadership and teacher preparation programs, which are designed to prepare competent, caring, and qualified professional educators is accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council for a period of five years, from January 9, 2009 to January 9, 2014. This accreditation certifies that the educational leadership and teacher preparation programs have provided evidence that they adhere to TEAC's quality principles. Teacher Educational Accreditation Council, One Dupont Circle, Suite 320, Washington, DC, 20036, phone 202.466.7236. www.teac.org/
