M.A. in Law – Regulatory Compliance
Establish Your Reputation as a Trusted Compliance Professional
The Master of Arts in Law – Regulatory Compliance, offered completely online, allows you to focus your program on social, market sector, or health, safety and environmental regulation to affect positive change. Taught from a biblical perspective, this online regulatory compliance degree helps you gain a competitive edge and solidify your reputation as a trusted professional.
Enhance Your Credentials without a J.D.
Earn your M.A. in Law credential in just five semesters with this practical alternative to the on-campus 3-year Juris Doctor degree.
Advance Your Knowledge
Choose challenging law school coursework from contract law, immigration, property law, and employment and labor law.
Sharpen Your Skill Set
Complement your online law degree with courses in public policy, healthcare, and national security.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the online M.A. in Law – Regulatory Compliance degree, you can:
- Demonstrate proficiency in the policies and procedures related to regulatory compliance law, including adherence to laws and guidelines.
- Apply the fundamental legal principles of healthcare law.
- Demonstrate proficiency in immigration law and procedure.
- Research American law, including cases, and statutes.
Career Opportunities
- Market Sector Regulation (eg., banking or finance)
- Health, Safety & Environmental Law
- National Security, Immigration, Labor, & Union
- M.A. in Law – Advanced Paralegal Studies
- M.A. in Law – Alternative Dispute Resolution
- M.A. in Law – Business
- M.A. in Law – Criminal Justice
- M.A. in Law – Cybersecurity Law
- M.A. in Law – General Legal Studies
- M.A. in Law – Healthcare Law
- M.A. in Law – Human Resources Law
- M.A. in Law – Human Rights & Rule of Law
- M.A. in Law – Immigration Law
- M.A. in Law – International Business Transactions
- M.A. in Law – National Security
- M.A. in Law – Nonprofit Organization Law
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: 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 3: 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 (MA) | $715 | 6 | $4,290 |
| Master of Laws (LLM) | $690 | 6 | $4,140 |
| Juris Doctor (JD) | $1,295 | 11 | $14,245 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $715 | 9 | $6,435 |
| Master of Laws (LLM) | $690 | 9 | $6,210 |
| Juris Doctor (JD) | $1,295 | 15 | $19,425 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
Total Cost of Attendance 2023-24
Full-time J.D. (Fall/Spring Combined)
| Resident & Non-Resident | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 |
| Board | $5,400 |
| University Fees | $1,600 |
| Program Fees | $1,046 |
| Loan Fees | $440 |
| Personal | $5,040 |
| Room | $8,100 |
| Transportation | $3,600 |
| Tuition | $38,850 |
| Total | $66,076 |
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $695 | 6 | $4,170 |
| Master of Laws (LLM) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Juris Doctor (JD) | $1,235 | 11 | $13,585 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $695 | 9 | $6,255 |
| Master of Laws (LLM) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Juris Doctor (JD) | $1,235 | 15 | $18,525 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Total Cost of Attendance 2022-23
Full-time J.D. (Fall/Spring Combined)
| Resident & Non-Resident | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 |
| Board | $5,400 |
| University Fees | $1,600 |
| Program Fees | $1,046 |
| Loan Fees | $440 |
| Personal | $5,040 |
| Room | $8,100 |
| Transportation | $3,600 |
| Tuition | $37,050 |
| Total | $64,276 |
J.D. Program Fees Per Semester
| Student Bar Association | $80 (per semester) |
| Bar Preparation Program Fee | $430 (per semester)** |
| Classroom Response Tech Fee | $13 (per semester) |
**To be fully vested and eligible to receive the bar preparation review course upon graduation for no additional cost other than postage, a $250 refundable materials deposit, and state sales tax. J.D. students must pay the $430 fee for six semesters.
*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.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the M.A. in Law program, each student will be able to:
- Demonstrate an appropriate level of legal knowledge within the student’s concentration;
- Apply legal knowledge in practical settings;
- Write knowledgeably and effectively on legal issues;
- Explain the relevance of Christian principles to law.
