M.A. in Human Services – Human Services for Student Affairs
Are you a Student Connector?
Helping students of all ages and stages build supportive communities has never been more important. The Master of Arts (M.A.) in Human Services – Human Services for Student Affairs will prepare you to help students thrive in their academic and personal development, whether you prefer administration or hands-on assistance roles. Courses are taught using a combination of real-time interaction with professors, small-group projects, podcast lectures, and asynchronous chat room discussions.
Develop a Broad Range of Skills
Learn how to grow in leadership, advising, administration, and supervision.
Be a Student Success Champion
Study and practice how to bring forward positive change during the highly transformative “student” season.
Develop Your Career Marketability
Advance in leadership roles with higher salary opportunities.
Our award-winning faculty – in Virginia Beach and beyond – are here to help you pursue your master’s in student affairs from a Christian worldview.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the M.A. in Human Services – Human Services for Student Affairs degree, you can:
- Study legal issues that shape colleges and universities today.
- Investigate constitutional provisions and federal statutes influencing higher education policy.
- Develop strategic procedures that help the young adult and nontraditional higher education culture.
- Explore strategies and goals that enable the mission of Christian education centers to succeed.
Career Opportunities
- University advisor
- Student life manager
- Student enrollment counselor
- Student housing coordinator
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.
