B.A. in Government – Undeclared
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The world of politics and government needs influential voices like yours. Regent’s Bachelor of Arts in Government—Undeclared will align your studies with your career goals through courses in public policy and administration, state and local government, foreign policy, constitutional law, the legislative process, the judicial system, and more. Explore the world’s political systems and philosophies and how they affect policies today—all from a Christian perspective.
SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
Strengthen your writing, critical thinking, analysis, and persuasive communication skills.
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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To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.
Upon completion of the B.A. in Government—Undeclared you will be able to:
- Pursue a career in public service, government, or teaching
- Prepare for postgraduate education
Career Opportunities:
- Policy Analysis
- Law
- Advocacy
- Government Agencies & Nonprofit Organizations
- International Relations
Explores some of the main fields within the discipline of government (e.g., comparative politics, political theory) as well as some of the main approaches to the study of government (e.g., interpretivism, behavioralism, institutionalism). Various theories of integration for the study and understanding of government are also introduced.
Offers a systematic exploration and comparison of the world’s political systems. Investigates key trends, patterns, and relationships that may offer explanations regarding the similarities and differences of those systems. As such, emphasis is placed on such topics as political economy, ethnic conflict, democratization, political corruption, and state and nation building.
Provides an analysis of the founding of the United States through an investigation of the important philosophical, constitutional, and political questions surrounding the Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, the Constitutional Convention, and the creation and development of the U.S. Constitution. Attention is given to federalism, and the Constitutional institutions of the Presidency, Congress, and the Supreme Court.
Investigates such issues as political participation, public opinion and voting behavior, interest groups and political parties, and civil rights and liberties.
Explores the political philosophy and political thought of important thinkers such as Sophocles, Thucydides, Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Augustine, and Thomas Aquinas through the reading and analysis of their works. Emphasis is given to understanding the foundations of the ancient and medieval era and the political writings composed therein. Prerequisite: GOVT 196.
Investigates the political philosophy and political thought of such important thinkers as Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, J.S. Mill, Rousseau, Kant, and Nietzsche through the reading and analysis of their works. Emphasis is given to understanding the foundations of modernity and the political writings composed therein. Prerequisite: GOVT 196.
Considers the concepts of ideology (worldview or weltanschauung) and philosophy as applied to government and politics. Attention is given to such dominant political ideologies as communism, socialism, fascism, liberalism, and conservatism. Prerequisite: GOVT 196.
Research, writing and defense of an undergraduate thesis. Integration of faith and disciplinary interest. Prerequisite: GOVT 387.
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 |