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Graduates of Regent, which is ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report, 2022.

About Regent

America’s Premier Christian University

Founded in 1977, Regent University serves nearly 14,000 students on its 100-acre campus in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and online around the world. The university offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees from a Christian perspective in more than 150 areas of study, including business, communication and the arts, counseling, cybersecurity, divinity, education, government, law, leadership, nursing, healthcare, and psychology.

Regent University has consistently placed as one of the top colleges in Virginia and, currently, it tops the list of Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia and is ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report. Along with our commitment to academic excellence, what sets Regent apart is our mission to prepare men and women to excel both in mind and spirit. Our students, faculty and administrators share a calling, founded on biblical principles, to make a significant difference in our world.

Recent Accolades & Honors

The fountain on Regent University's beautiful campus in Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Best Colleges & Graduate Schools

  • Ranked Among Top National Universities, 7th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2019-26
  • #1 Best Christian College in Virginia, Niche, 2025
  • #1 Best Christian College in America, Bible College Online, 2025
  • Ranked Among the Best Graduate Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report, 2025
  • Ranked Among Best Colleges in America, Money, 2025

Online

  • #1 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia, 14th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2013-26
  • Best Online Master of Studies in Law Programs/Best Online JD Programs, The Princeton Review®, 2026
  • Ranked Among the Best Online Master’s Programs in Virginia, Online Master’s Colleges, 2025
  • Ranked Among the Top 10 Best Online MBA Programs in Virginia, 11th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2015-2025
  • Ranked Among the Top 5 Best Online Graduate Business Programs (non-MBA) in Virginia, 11th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2015-2025
  • Ranked Among the Top 5 Best Online Graduate Education Programs in Virginia, 13th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2025
  • Top 35 Online MBA Programs, The Princeton Review®, 2024
  • Ranked #1 Online Christian College in America by Bible College Online, 2024

Safety

  • Top 5 Safest College Campuses in Virginia, Niche, 2025

Best Campus & Dorms

  • #1 Best College Dorms in Virginia, Niche, 2026
  • Top 20 Best College Dorms in America, Niche, 2026
  • Top 40 Best College Campuses in America, Niche, 2026
  • “A+” Dorms Rating, Niche, 2026
  • “A” Rating for 100% Tobacco-Free Campus, Eliminate Tobacco Use VA Initiative, 2026
Regent University Ranked #2 on the Top 20 Most Affordable Military-Friendly Online Colleges | OnlineU
Regent University is ranked as one of Virginia Living's top schools & universities in their April 2025 issue.
Regent University Ranked Among the Best Virginia Online Colleges by Forbes
Regent University Ranked #1 Best Online Christian College by Bible College Online
Ranked the #1 Safest College in Virginia and the #13 Safest College in the United States, 2021, by YourLocalSecurity
Robertson Hall, Regent University.
  • 8 Prestigious Accreditations: SACSCOC, CACREP, CAEP, ACBSP, APA, ABA, CCNE, ATS.
  • Regent University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Regent University. Read more about accreditation.
Regent University Military patch on a uniform.
  • Military Friendly School Gold Ranking: Private Offering Doctorate, Military Friendly®, 2026-27
  • Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly School: Private Offering Doctorate, Military Friendly®, 2025-26
  • Ranked Among the Top 25 Best Online Master’s in Education Programs for Veterans, 6th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2020-25
A girl studies at Regent computer lab.

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

  • $25 Million in Institutional Scholarships & Aid for 2024-25
  • Nearly 80% of Regent students received financial aid in 2024-25
  • 89% of undergraduate students received financial aid in 2024–25
  • Annual tuition (on average) is nearly $24,000 less than that of other private institutions, U.S. News & World Report, 2024-25
  • Ranked Among the Top 20 Best Colleges in Virginia, Niche, 2024
  • Military Friendly — Yellow Ribbon Program
A group of professionals at Norfolk, Virginia.
  • Top 10 Best Online MBA Programs in Virginia, 11th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2015-25
  • Top 5 Best Online Graduate Business Programs (non-MBA) in Virginia, 11th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2015-25
  • Top 50 Graduate Programs for Entrepreneurs, The Princeton Review®, 2025
  • Top 15 Best Online Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, Best Value Schools, 2025
  • Top 15 Best Online Bachelor’s in International Business Degrees, University HQ, 2025
  • Top 40 Best Online MBA Programs, The Princeton Review®, 2024
  • #1 Best Return on Investment: Online MBA Program, Fortune Magazine, 2023
  • Ranked Among the Best Online MBA Programs, Fortune Magazine, 2023
A group enjoys a laugh at Regent University campus.
  • Regent University’s College of Arts & Sciences Programs Ranked #1 for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia, 14th Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2013-26
  • “A” Rated for Comprehensive Liberal Arts Curriculum, American Council of Trustees and Alumni, 2025
A theatrical performance at Regent University.
  • Recipient of 750+ Local, National, and International Student Film Awards
  • Top 10 Best Colleges for Communications in Virginia, Niche, 2026
  • Top 5 Best Online Master’s in Media Communications Degree Programs, Intelligent, 2025
  • Top 5 Best Master’s in Journalism Degree Programs, Intelligent, 2023
  • Offers training at the $35 Million Communication & Performing Arts Center.
A cybersecurity simulation at Regent University.
  • Regent University is Named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) for the B.S. in Cybersecurity, National Security Agency (NSA)
  • Top 5 Best Online Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree Programs, Cybersecurity Guide, 2025
  • Top 10 Most Affordable Online Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity Programs, Cybersecurity Guide, 2025
  • Top 15 Best Online Computer Science Programs, Intelligent, 2025
  • Top 3 Best Online Bachelor’s Degrees in Cybersecurity, Forbes, 2024
  • Offers hands-on training through a state-of-the-art cyber range, accessible in both on-campus and online offerings.
A lady looks at a Bible at a church in Virginia Beach.
  • The Doctor of Ministry programs of Regent University’s School of Divinity were among the nation’s first ATS-approved online D.Min. programs.
  • Top 20 Best Colleges for Religious Studies in America, Niche, 2026
  • Top 5 Best Online Theology Degrees, OnlineU, 2025
  • Top 10 Best Online Master’s in Theology Degree Programs, Intelligent, 2025
  • Top 20 Largest Divinity Programs in the Nation Among All ATS-accredited Seminaries, ATS Annual Data, 2024-25
An alumnus of Regent's education school doing a science experiment .
  • 1,015+ School of Education Alumni Honored as Teachers of the Year
  • Ranked Among the Best Graduate Schools for Education, U.S. News & World Report, 2025-26
  • Ranked Among the Top 5 Online Graduate Education Programs in Virginia, 2nd Year in a Row, U.S. News & World Report, 2024-25
  • #1 Best Online Doctorate in Special Education, Best Value Schools, 2025
  • Top 10 Best Online Ph.D. in Higher Education Programs, Forbes, 2025
An alumna of Regent University in Norfolk, VA
A nurse holding a clipboard.
  • Top 10 Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs in Virginia, U.S. News & World Report, 2025
  • The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice Program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Regent University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
CCNE Accredited
The moot court at Regent's law school.
  • Top 100 Best Law Schools Rankings, U.S. News & World Report, 2025-26
  • Top Law School for International Law, The National Jurist’s prelaw Magazine, 2026
  • Best Law School Buildings, The National Jurist’s prelaw Magazine, 2026
  • Top School for Practical Training, The National Jurist’s prelaw Magazine, 2026
  • Ranked Among the Best Online Master of Studies in Law Programs, The Princeton Review®, 2025
  • #1 Best Master’s Degree in Business Law for Non-Lawyers: M.A. in Law — Business Law, Best Value Schools, 2025
  • 1st in the Nation (tied) for Public Policy, The National Jurist’s prelaw Magazine, 2024
  • 2nd in the Nation (tied) for Professor Accessibility, The Princeton Review®, 2024
  • 9th in the Nation (tied) for Teaching Quality, The Princeton Review®, 2024
  • Top 3 Best Value Private Law School, The National Jurist’s preLaw Magazine, 2024
A alumna of Regent University shaking hands with another professional.
  • Top 3 Best Colleges for Psychology in Virginia, Niche, 2025
  • Top 10 Best Schools for Master’s in Human Services Programs, Best Value Schools, 2025
  • Top 10 Best Christian Counseling Degree Programs, Best Value Schools, 2025
  • Top 20 Best Psychology Degree Programs, Best Value Schools, 2025
  • 100% APA Accredited Match Rate, Psy.D Program, 2025
  • Top 10 Best Online Master’s in School Counseling, Best College Reviews, 2024
  • #1 Best Online Master’s in Psychology in the Nation, Accredited Schools Online, 2024
“The Virginia Beach City Public Schools cohort of ESL teachers in training was the perfect platform in which to study and learn. Upon completion of my last TESOL class, I was blessed with the opportunity to join the ESL staff of VBCPS. The amazing faculty of Regent's TESOL department helped make it possible.”
Altina Suber, M.Ed., 2015 Teacher
“Four years, thousands of words read and written, two babies, one move, and countless moments in between ... and here I am, Dr. Alicia Granholm! I'm humbled and honored to wear this hood. And I can't think of a better time to be able to serve leaders well!”
Alicia Granholm, Doctor of Strategic Leadership, 2020 Founder & Consultant, Alicia Granholm Consulting
“Regent has maintained a high standard of scholarship and the practical aspects of leadership, and they have outstanding professors. I was blessed when I was there.”
Daniel Backens, M.A. in Practical Theology, 1999 Senior Pastor, New Life Church
“If you are focused, determined, willing to put in the work and make sacrifices, anyone can do this. I give all praise to God. Keep going no matter what.”
Antonio Tuck, M.A. in Counseling, 2020 Human Services Professional
“When I began my time at Regent, I had no idea of what “after” might look like. I just knew that now was the time and Regent was the place. My time at Regent was a deeply formative experience. Through my studies, my capacity for study has increased, my teaching gifts have been further developed, and I operate with a level of confidence I didn’t know that I had before. Regent equipped me for Africa, and my ministry in Africa has equipped me for my ministry at Regent and in my local church in Virginia Beach.”
Melissa Davis, Doctor of Philosophy in Renewal Theology, 2023