B.A. in Government – International Relations & Foreign Policy
Go Global With Your Future
Your passions and interests go beyond our nation’s borders. Take the next step toward your future through Regent’s Bachelor of Arts in Government—International Relations & Foreign Policy. You’ll explore today’s increasingly more global political landscape as you study topics on contemporary global problems, geopolitics, and more—all taught from a distinctly Christian worldview.
JUMPSTART YOUR FUTURE
Prepare for a career in public service, government, teaching, and beyond.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.
ACCESS FACULTY EXPERTISE
Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field.
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Upon completion of the B.A. in Government—International Relations & Foreign Policy you will be able to:
- Understand the development of interconnected nation-states and how they formulate their foreign policies
- Pursue a career in public service, government, or teaching
- Prepare for postgraduate education
Career Opportunities:
- International Relations
- Foreign Policy Analysis
- Journalism
- Advocacy
- Humanitarian Organizations
Uses the tools of economics to examine decision-making in non-market institutions with a particular emphasis on government decision-making. Cross-listed with ECON 290. Prerequisite: ECON 120 or ECON 260.
Examines the history of U.S. foreign policy up until the present era with special attention to topics such as U.S. military, economic, and human rights policy. Course also examines the changing concepts of power, the national interest, and grand strategy and learning in U.S. foreign policy as these relate to various world regions. Prerequisite: GOVT 304.
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Complete Your Admissions Questionnaire
- After you submit your application, you will receive a link to complete the required admissions questionnaire.
Step 3: 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 4: 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 5: Submit Your FAFSA
- Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov Regent’s school code is 030913.
Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester |
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Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $9,040 | 12 - 18 | $9,040 |
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $603 | Under 12 | $7,236 |
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $603 | Over 18 | $10,854 |
Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $603 | N/A | $1,809+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester |
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Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $8,610 | 12 - 18 | $8,610 |
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $574 | Under 12 | $6,888 |
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $574 | Over 18 | $10,332 |
Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $574 | N/A | $1,722+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |