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Holistic Health Studies
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Regent Extends $5,000 Scholarship to Nurses
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APA & CACREP-Accredited Psychology and Counseling Programs
Get an Extraordinary Faith-Based Education From One of the Few Christian Universities Offering Both Accreditations.
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Health Services Management Positions Are Growing 4x Faster Than Average
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Ph.D. in Counseling & Psychological Studies
Advance Your Career with a Ph.D. Meant to Challenge and Grow Your Confidence as a Thought Leader in Psychology and Counseling.
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Restoring Foundations for Couples and Families Strong family structures lead to stronger communities. Are you called to help mend this critical fabric of society? Regent’s CACREP-accredited Master in Arts in Marriage, Couple …
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Bring Healing & Hope Through Clinical Mental Health Counseling What moves you ... Helping individuals manage and overcome life issues and guiding them to better mental health? Regent’s Master of Arts (M.A.) in Clinical …
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Understand Human Problems. Promote Change Through Regent’s APA-Accredited Psy.D. Program. Complex human problems don't have to go unresolved. By understanding and applying the science of psychology, you can promote resilience …
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Earn Your Master's in Psychology The Master of Science (M.S.) in Psychology, offered online, will prepare you to use principles of psychology in industries including academic, science, healthcare, and business …
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Your advanced degree for leading the way in nursing. If you are looking to advance your role as a clinical or administrative nurse leader, Regent’s fully online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Nursing Administration …
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Counseling Tools to Reinforce Your Call to Ministry Whether you're a pastor, nonprofit leader, or looking to add counseling tools to your role in another field, the non-licensure M.A. in Pastoral Counseling will equip you with …
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Doctor of Nursing Practice in Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (licensure) Become the leader in nursing you were born to be. Regent's fully online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Advanced Practice Registered Nursing …
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Doctor of Nursing Practice in Advanced Practice Registered Nursing with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner (licensure) Lead Healthcare Settings in Whole Family Care Regent’s fully online Doctor of Nursing Practice …
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Doctor of Nursing Practice in Advanced Practice Registered Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (licensure) Catalyze the Integration Of Mind & Body Across Healthcare Settings Regent's …
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Your Affirmation & Guidance Could Be Their Game Changer Now, more than ever, students need compassionate leaders who will listen, challenge, redirect and advocate for them. Is this your passion? The M.A. in School …
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Explore, Research, Innovate to Transform Mental Health Make an immediate impact in counseling and education through personalized curriculum, experiential learning opportunities, and a distinguished professional network. The …
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Pursue Your Passion Through Regent's Human Services Degree You're wired to do good and to bring out the good in and for others. To move forward with confidence in your calling, pursue Regent’s SACSCOC-accredited online Master …
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Manage Your Future Through a Bachelor's in Healthcare Management
In the changing world of healthcare, there’s a need for strong leadership and management. Are you ready to take your place? Regent’s Bachelor of Science in …
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An Advanced Degree for Mental Health Counseling, Research, Scholarship & Psychological Science Are you a scholar seeking to impact culture outside the formal professional arm of psychology or counseling? Or, perhaps you're …
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Enter the World of Healthcare with a Health Sciences Degree. As healthcare adapts to the dynamic world, there is a need for Christian workers and leaders to change the world. Through the Associate of Science in Health Sciences …
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Success Stories
“People, especially kids, need more than clichés. My training at Regent gave me a meaningful way to express my empathy - which is passion and compassion combined - and they could feel the authenticity of it.”
Cedric Rucker, M.A. in Counseling, 2008
Community Counseling
“Regent provided a very hands-on experience that I could implement in my life right away. You can’t come out of this program without becoming a better leader. It proves itself of worth and value time and again.”
Cynthia Arocho, M.A., 2012
“Regent's online, eight-week programs will help you take responsibility and have a way to be self-taught. You'll not only have that initiative, but you'll be able to interact with your professors online. It was really good for me.”
Taniki Richard, B.S. Business Leadership, 2016
Former U.S. Marine Corps
“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
“I would recommend Regent's counseling programs to anyone who wants a deeper understanding of others and of themselves.”
Karen Palmer, M.A., 2011
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March 31, 2023
Can You Get a Ph.D. Without a Master’s?
So, you’ve completed your bachelor’s degree and want to get on the fast track to a Ph.D. The question is—can you get your Ph.D. without a master’s degree? Or, is a combined master’s and doctoral program an option? The answer to …
February 16, 2023
What is an APRN?
Nursing is a noble and viable medical profession. Nurses are the foundation of the healthcare system. You may have heard the acronym APRN, but what is an APRN? Learn more about Advanced Practice Registered Nursing. What is an APRN? Things You’ll Learn as an Advanced …
December 28, 2022
Regent University Celebrates the 2022 Year in Review
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (Dec. 28, 2022) – In 2022, Regent University celebrated historic growth, launched exciting new initiatives, and received notable accolades and awards. The following summary provides a few notable highlights …
November 11, 2022
Life Coaching: Helping Students Help Themselves
By Jeffrey Pittman, Kyle Graham, and Adam WilliamsThe COVID-19 pandemic has had a tremendous global impact, forcing people and all types of organizations to adapt quickly to a new reality. Higher education institutions and students not comfortable …
July 29, 2022
Regent University School of Nursing Ranks #3 in Hampton Roads
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (July 29, 2022) – Today, Regent University announced that the School of Nursing has been ranked among top nursing program by the Nursing Schools Almanac 2022. The program landed in the #3 spot in Hampton Roads …
June 7, 2022
Why is College Important? Pursue a Life of Significance at Regent
Why is college important in setting the scene for future success? The answers go far beyond higher pay or better job opportunities, although there are plenty of benefits like that. The experience can impart dividends that can't be …
