M.A. in Human Services – Conflict & Mediation Ministry
Where Conflict Meets Opportunity
Conflict resolution and negotiation skills are in high demand in a variety of industries. Increase your marketability by earning your Master of Arts in Human Services – Conflict Resolution & Mediation Ministry online degree. Offered in partnership with Regent School of Law, this conflict resolution degree will equip you to bring people together using mediation skills in nonprofessional ministry contexts. Courses are taught using a combination of real-time interaction with professors, small-group projects, podcast lectures, and asynchronous chat room discussions.
Move Ahead in Your Calling
Explore how to resolve disputes while building strong interpersonal relationships.
Combine Knowledge & Faith
Learn communication techniques, with a Christian focus, to negotiate agreements and resolve disputes.
Boost Your Career Potential
Build a repository of valuable skills as you train yourself in the practice of peacemaking.
Our award-winning faculty are here to help – online or on-campus in Virginia Beach – as you pursue your master’s in human services.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the M.A. in Human Services – Conflict & Mediation Ministry degree, you can:
- Study theory, principles, and skills by which senior executive leads others.
- Gain third-party intervention skills in the settlement of law conflicts.
- Participate in video-taped simulated negotiations and evaluate outcomes with faculty.
- Examine and apply theoretical and practical strategies of negotiation.
Career Opportunities
- Mediator
- Arbitrator
- Social services administrator
- Marriage & family coach
2022-23 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 12 | Monday, August 22 |
| Session M | Friday, September 9 | Monday, September 19 |
| Session B | Friday, October 14 | Monday, October 24 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 4 | Monday, January 9 |
| Session T | Friday, January 27 | Monday, February 6 |
| Session D | Friday, March 3 | Monday, March 13 |
| Session E | Friday, April 28 | Monday, May 8 |
| Session F | Friday, June 9 | Monday, June 19 |
Admissions Requirements
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 College Transcripts
- Email your unofficial 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 an NACES-approved company.
Step 4: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- 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.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts in Human Services (MA) | $615 | 6 | $3,690 |
| Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling (MA) | $615 | 6 | $3,690 |
| Master of Science in Psychology (MS) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
| Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA) | $730 | 6 | $4,380 |
| Master of Arts in School Counseling (MA) | $730 | 6 | $4,380 |
| Master of Arts in Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling (MA) | $730 | 6 | $4,380 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling & Psychological Studies (PhD) | $695 | 3 | $2,085 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision (PhD) | $900 | 3 | $2,700 |
| Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) | Full time enrollment is required. |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts in Human Services (MA) | $615 | 9 | $5,535 |
| Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling (MA) | $615 | 9 | $5,535 |
| Master of Science in Psychology (MS) | $695 | 9 | $6,255 |
| Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA) | $730 | 9 | $6,570 |
| Master of Arts in School Counseling (MA) | $730 | 9 | $6,570 |
| Master of Arts in Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling (MA) | $730 | 9 | $6,570 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling & Psychological Studies (PhD) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision (PhD) | $900 | 6 | $5,400 |
| Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) | $900 | 12 | $10,800 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts in Human Services (MA) | $595 | 6 | $3,570 |
| Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling (MA) | $595 | 6 | $3,570 |
| Master of Science in Psychology (MS) | $675 | 6 | $4,050 |
| Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA) | $710 | 6 | $4,260 |
| Master of Arts in School Counseling (MA) | $710 | 6 | $4,260 |
| Master of Arts in Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling (MA) | $710 | 6 | $4,260 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling & Psychological Studies (PhD) | $675 | 3 | $2,025 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision (PhD) | $875 | 3 | $2,625 |
| Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) | Full time enrollment is required. |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts in Human Services (MA) | $595 | 9 | $5,355 |
| Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling (MA) | $595 | 9 | $5,355 |
| Master of Science in Psychology (MS) | $675 | 9 | $6,075 |
| Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA) | $710 | 9 | $6,390 |
| Master of Arts in School Counseling (MA) | $710 | 9 | $6,390 |
| Master of Arts in Marriage, Couple & Family Counseling (MA) | $710 | 9 | $6,390 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling & Psychological Studies (PhD) | $675 | 6 | $4,050 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education & Supervision (PhD) | $875 | 6 | $5,250 |
| Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) | $875 | 12 | $10,500 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
