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An alumna: Pursue an Associate of Arts in Christian Studies degree at Regent University.

A.A. in Christian Studies

Pursue Your Calling

Ready to take the first step toward a dynamic career in ministry? Regent’s Associate of Arts in Christian Studies will deepen your understanding of Christianity and give you a greater appreciation of theology and its effect on the world. Examine key figures, places, events and themes of the Old and New Testaments to help prepare you for a role in ministry, service organizations or other areas of Christian leadership.

On Campus, Online
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June 19, 2023
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GROW YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Choose courses in theology, biblical studies, world religions and other topics.

BUILD YOUR FAITH

Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.

LEARN FROM THE BEST

Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

On completing the A.A. in Christian Studies program, you can:

  • Invest in your career and future ministry from a strong foundation
  • Pursue a bachelor’s degree for continuing education

Career Opportunities:

  • Christian Education
  • Human Services
  • Children & Youth Work
  • Missions Work
  • Nonprofit Organizations
$52Thousand
Median Annual Wage for Clergy Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020
Introduction to methods of studying and interpreting Scripture, theological understanding, and practical application.
Examination of the content and messages of the Gospels, their theology, and their application in modern culture.
Examination of the content and messages of the Pentateuch, its theology, and its application in modern culture.
Examination of the content and message of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs & Lamentations, their theology, and their application in modern culture.
Examination of the content and messages of Paul’s letters to the churches, their theology, and their application in modern culture.
Examination of the content and message of Romans, its theology, and its application in modern culture. Prerequisite: BIBL 200.
Exploration of core doctrinal and theological beliefs of the Christian faith as understood through Scripture.
Continued exploration of core doctrinal and theological beliefs of the Christian faith as understood through Scripture.

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

  • Email your unofficial high school or college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
  • Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
  • International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES-approved company.

Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID if Applicable

  • All online students and graduate level on-campus students are required to email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
  • Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

Step 4: Submit Your FAFSA

  • Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov Regent’s school code is 030913.
DegreeTuition Block Rate Per SemesterCredit Hours Per SemesterTuition Rate Per Year
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$9,492.5012 - 18$18,985
DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$630Under 12$7,560
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$630Over 18$11,340
Students taking on-campus classes
(summer semester)
$630N/A$1,890+

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)$850

Housing Fees »

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester)$4506$2,700
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester)$39512$4,740

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students)$700

Military Admissions & Aid »

DegreeTuition Block Rate Per SemesterCredit Hours Per SemesterTuition Block Rate Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$9,04012 - 18$9,040
DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$603Under 12$7,236
Students taking on-campus classes
(fall & spring semesters)
$603Over 18$10,854
Students taking on-campus classes
(summer semester)
$603N/A$1,809+

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)$800 (Fall & Spring)
$650 (Summer)

Housing Fees »

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester)$4506$2,700
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester)$39512$4,740

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (Online Students)$650

Military Admissions & Aid »

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