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Welcome to Regent Law

At Regent University School of Law, earn your J.D., LL.M., M.A. or B.A. to gain the expert legal reasoning necessary to lead the change you want to see. With Christ-centered truth and justice as your compass, Regent Law can equip you to succeed.

Why Should You Earn a Juris Doctor?

Many students pursue a Juris Doctor (J.D.) to prepare for the bar exam and the courtroom. According to the Association of American Law Schools (AALS), a J.D. is “the first professional law degree required to practice law in the United States.” However, the legal field is vast, and the credentials of a J.D. can lead to impactful opportunities for attorneys, judges, policymakers, and other positions of great influence and leadership. A J.D., typically a three-year degree, signals an advanced level of expertise and specialization that empowers a professional future with choices. The Regent Law program is rigorous, but the tools and experience it provides are rewarding. Regent Law graduates advance as practice-ready professionals, prepared to serve and succeed as Christian Leaders to Change the World.

Smiling Regent Law graduate in academic regalia at commencement ceremony.

10 Reasons to Choose Regent Law

  • Fastest-Rising Law School in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report, 2025–26; #94 in the Nation
  • 39th in the Nation and 1st in Virginia for First-Time Bar Passage, 2024
  • 95% Employed Within 10 Months of Graduation, Class of 2024
  • Tied 2nd in the Nation for Professors: Accessibility, Princeton Review, Best Law Schools, 2025
  • Tied 1st in the Nation for Public Policy, preLaw Magazine, 2024
  • 11th in the Nation for Moot Court Program, preLaw Magazine, 2025
  • 3rd Best Value Private Law School, preLaw Magazine, 2024
  • Tied 9th in the Nation for Professors: Teaching, Princeton Review, Best Law Schools, 2025
  • #1 First-Time Virginia Bar Passage Rate — Among Virginia Law Schools, 2024
  • Tied #1 Best Law School in the Nation for Human Rights, preLaw Magazine, 2025
$7+Million
in Annual Scholarships to 97% Law Students 2024-25
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Tied #1 in the Nation for Public Policy preLaw Magazine, 2024
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Tied #1 in the Nation for Human Rights Law preLaw Magazine, 2025
95%
Employment within 10 Months NALP, Class of 2024

Five Steps to Completing Your J.D. Program Application

1. Complete your application through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).
2. Submit an official transcript from all post-secondary institutions you have attended.
3. Submit your LSAT scores. See testing dates and fees below.
4. Submit your letter(s) of recommendation.
5. Submit your personal statement (500 – 1,000 words).

Ready to earn your law degree with Regent Law?

We prepare purpose-driven, practice-ready graduates who impact the world, and we would love to have you join us for the next term. 

All admission materials should be submitted using the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) service. Note: All items submitted as part of the law school application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

If you have any questions about our admission process, please call us at 757.352.4584 or send an email to lawschool@regent.edu. If you have questions about submitting the materials listed above through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), please contact the Council’s help desk at 215.968.1393.

REGENT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW APPLICATION DEADLINES

Regent University School of Law operates on a rolling application basis with periodic reviews. Applying early is highly encouraged to maximize your chances of admission and access to scholarships. Additionally, the Priority Decision Application Deadlines fall within the timeframe for admitted students to enroll in the Early Commitment Program (ECP), which offers further benefits for those who commit to attending Regent Law. Below are the key application deadlines to keep in mind:

November 1, 2025 – Priority Decision Application Deadline 1
December 13, 2025 – Priority Decision Application Deadline 2
January 31, 2026 – Priority Decision Application Deadline 3
February 28, 2026 – Application Deadline
April 4, 2026 – Application Deadline
May 2, 2026 – Application Deadline
June 27, 2026 – Application Deadline
July 31, 2026 – Final Application Deadline

Application: To proceed with your application to Regent Law School, please visit the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) website by clicking one of the "Apply Now" buttons. LSAC provides a centralized application service that allows you to efficiently apply to multiple law schools, including Regent Law School. Please be advised that by clicking on the application link, you will be redirected to the LSAC website, our trusted partner for managing the law application process. If you have any concerns or need assistance, please get in touch with the LSAC Help Desk at 215.968.1393.

Application Fee: Pay a $65 nonrefundable fee by check or money order to Regent University, Enrollment Support Services, 1000 Regent University Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Transcripts: Send official transcripts from all attended post-secondary institutions to LSAC. If admitted before completing your bachelor’s degree, submit an official final transcript to Regent Law School before matriculating.

LSAT Scores: Take the LSAT and enroll in the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Visit the LSAC website for test dates. Regent University hosts an LSAT Prep Course twice a year and offers information on prep resources. The committee considers the highest LSAT score but reviews all scores and applications materials when rendering a decision.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit at least one Academic Recommendation, or a General Recommendation if out of school for five years or more. A Spiritual Recommendation is encouraged. Limit recommendations to four, sent via LSAC’s LOR Service. Note: Recommenders, not the applicants, must upload the letters through LSAC’s LOR Service.

Personal Statement: Provide a 500-1,000 word essay outlining your motivation for studying law and any relevant skills or experiences.

International Applicants: Follow the International Admissions Checklist, including a TOEFL score of at least 100 or Duolingo score of 125.

TESTING DATES

You must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and subscribe to the Credential Assembly Service (CAS).

  • January 7–10, 2026 (register by November 25, 2025)
  • February 6–7, 2026 (register by December 23, 2025)
  • February 19–21, 2026 — Puerto Rico (register by January 7, 2026)
  • April 9–11, 2026 (register by February 25, 2026)

Regent Law provides resources and an LSAT prep workshop each fall and spring. Visit www.regent.edu/lsat for more information or to register.

*Each administration’s registration deadline is also the last day to request disability-related testing accommodations, assistive technology, a free Test Date Change, and/or a full refund. Learn more about upcoming LSAT administrations.

LSAT BASIC FEES

  • LSAT (includes LSAT Argumentative Writing℠) – $248
  • Credential Assembly Service (CAS) – $215
  • CAS Report – $45

LSAT AUXILIARY FEES

  • Score Preview – $45 (before testing) | $85 (after testing)
  • Score Report – $50
  • Score Audit – $150 ($75 if pre-approved for fee waiver)
  • Test Date Change – No charge (through registration deadline) | $150 (up to 7 days after) | $248 (8+ days after)

Learn more about LSAT fees and payments.

Forms of Payments

For online registrants, LSAC accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover credit cards (account will be charged in U.S. dollars).

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Hear From Regent Law Graduates

“I had always prayed about going to a Christian law school. My experience at Regent exceeded my expectations.”
Lina Sophat, LLM, 2011 American Legal Studies
“Regent really prepares students to face the legal field’s constant changes. The professors teach you how to research. Even though I never took business law classes that might be helpful now, I’ve been given the tools to find the answers I need.”
Kristen Jurjevich, J.D., 2010
“The Regent Mentoring Program has been a great experience both in my law school career and beyond. My mentor is Ashley Warner, and we met at the end of my 1L summer. Ashley provided great insight and encouragement regarding the challenges of law school. We stayed in touch after our initial meeting and I interned at the same firm where she practiced during the summer after my 2L year. After graduation from Regent Law, I practiced law at that same firm.”
Stockton Brown, Mentoring Program Mentee
“Regent attracts very talented students, and I was continually challenged by the academic excellence and career ambition of my classmates.”
Elizabeth Oklevitch, J.D., 2014
“Regent gave me an understanding of how to think about law and how to think like a lawyer; it also gave me practical classes and training to do good and help people.”
Corrynn Peters, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2003 Founding Partner of Phillips & Peters, PLLC