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Welcome to Regent Law

At Regent University School of Law, earn your J.D., LL.M., M.A. or B.A. to gain the expert legal reasoning necessary to lead the change you want to see. With Christ-centered truth and justice as your compass, Regent Law can equip you to succeed.

Why Should You Earn a Juris Doctor?

Many students pursue a Juris Doctor (J.D.) to prepare for the bar exam and the courtroom. According to the Association of American Law Schools (AALS), a J.D. is “the first professional law degree required to practice law in the United States.” However, the legal field is vast, and the credentials of a J.D. can lead to impactful opportunities for attorneys, judges, policymakers, and other positions of great influence and leadership. A J.D., typically a three-year degree, signals an advanced level of expertise and specialization that empowers a professional future with choices. The Regent Law program is rigorous, but the tools and experience it provides are rewarding. Regent Law graduates advance as practice-ready professionals, prepared to serve and succeed as Christian Leaders to Change the World.

Top 10 Reasons to Choose Regent Law

  • Tied 1st in the Nation for Professors: Accessibility by Princeton Review, Best Law Schools, 2023
  • Tied 16th in the Nation for First-Time Bar Passage, 2023
  • 97% Employed Within 10 Months of Graduation, Class of 2023
  • Ranked as One of the Most Beautiful College Campuses in Virginia
  • $7 million+ Awarded to 97% of Law Students in Grants and Scholarships
  • Discipleship-Based Legal Education Offers Mentorship to Help You Discover Your Calling and Excel in the Legal Profession
  • Tied 1st in the Nation for Public Policy by preLaw Magazine, 2024       
  • 9th in the Nation for Moot Court Program, 2023
  • Experiential Learning Infused Throughout Curriculum and at Campus Centers:
    (1) American Center for Law and Justice
    (2) Center for Global Justice
    (3) Center for Ethical Formation
    (4) Robertson Center for Constitutional Law
  • Accredited by the American Bar Association
$7Million
Awarded annually to Law Students in Grants and Scholarships
Ranked Among the Best Law Schools The Princeton Review, 2023
Top5
In the Nation for Public Policy, alongside Duke, Georgetown, and Harvard law schools. Prelaw Magazine, 2022
Top25
Law School for Human Rights Prelaw Magazine, 2023
97%
Of Regent Law Graduates Were Employed Within 10 Months of Graduation NALP, 2023
Top20
Best Value Law Schools PreLaw Magazine, 2024

Five Steps to Completing Your J.D. Program Application

1. Complete your application through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC).
2. Submit an official transcript from all post-secondary institutions you have attended.
3. Submit your LSAT scores. See testing dates and fees below.
4. Submit your letter(s) of recommendation.
5. Submit your personal statement (500 – 1,000 words).

Ready to earn your law degree with Regent Law?

We prepare purpose-driven, practice-ready graduates who impact the world, and we would love to have you join us for the next term. 

All admission materials should be submitted using the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) service. Note: All items submitted as part of the law school application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

If you have any questions about our admission process, please call us at 757.352.4584 or send an email to lawschool@regent.edu. If you have questions about submitting the materials listed above through the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), please contact the Council’s help desk at 215.968.1393.

REGENT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW APPLICATION DEADLINES

Regent University School of Law operates on a rolling application basis with periodic reviews. Applying early is highly encouraged to maximize your chances of admission and access to scholarships. Additionally, the Priority Decision Application Deadlines fall within the timeframe for admitted students to enroll in the Early Commitment Program (ECP), which offers further benefits for those who commit to attending Regent Law. Below are the key application deadlines to keep in mind:

November 15, 2024 – Priority Decision Application Deadline 1
January 15, 2025 – Priority Decision Application Deadline 2
February 20, 2025 – Priority Decision Application Deadline 3
March 20, 2025 – Application Deadline
May 15, 2025 – Application Deadline
June 30, 2025 – Application Deadline
July 31, 2025 – Final Application Deadline

Application: To proceed with your application to Regent Law School, please visit the Law School Admission Council (LSAC) website by clicking one of the "Apply Now" buttons. LSAC provides a centralized application service that allows you to efficiently apply to multiple law schools, including Regent Law School. Please be advised that by clicking on the application link, you will be redirected to the LSAC website, our trusted partner for managing the law application process. If you have any concerns or need assistance, please get in touch with the LSAC Help Desk at 215.968.1393.

Application Fee: Pay a $65 nonrefundable fee by check or money order to Regent University, Enrollment Support Services, 1000 Regent University Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Transcripts: Send official transcripts from all attended post-secondary institutions to LSAC. If admitted before completing your bachelor’s degree, submit an official final transcript to Regent Law School before matriculating.

LSAT Scores: Take the LSAT and enroll in the Credential Assembly Service (CAS). Visit the LSAC website for test dates. Regent University hosts an LSAT Prep Course twice a year and offers information on prep resources. The committee considers the highest LSAT score but reviews all scores and applications materials when rendering a decision.

Letters of Recommendation: Submit at least one Academic Recommendation, or a General Recommendation if out of school for five years or more. A Spiritual Recommendation is encouraged. Limit recommendations to four, sent via LSAC’s LOR Service. Note: Recommenders, not the applicants, must upload the letters through LSAC’s LOR Service.

Personal Statement: Provide a 500-1,000 word essay outlining your motivation for studying law and any relevant skills or experiences.

International Applicants: Follow the International Admissions Checklist, including a TOEFL score of at least 100 or Duolingo score of 125.

TESTING DATES

You must take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and subscribe to the Credential Assembly Service (CAS).

  • September 4-7, 2024 (register by July 23, 2024)*
  • October 1-5, 2024 (register by August 22, 2024)*
  • November 6-9, 2024 (register by September 26, 2024)*
  • June 7-8, 2024 (register by April 23, 2024)*
  • January 15-18, 2025 (register by December 3, 2024)*
  • February 7-8, 2025 (register by December 24, 2024)*
  • April 10-12, 2025 (register by February 27, 2025)*
  • June 4-7, 2025 (register by April 22, 2025)*

Regent Law provides resources and an LSAT prep workshop each fall and spring. Visit www.regent.edu/lsat for more information or to register.

*Each administration’s registration deadline is also the last day to request disability-related testing accommodations, assistive technology, a free Test Date Change, and/or a full refund. Learn more about upcoming LSAT administrations.

LSAT BASIC FEES

LSAT (includes Writing) – $222
Credential Assembly Service (CAS) – $200 | Law School CAS Report – $45

LSAT AUXILIARY FEES

Score Preview – $45 to $75
Score Report – $50
Score Audit – $150 ($75 if pre-approved for fee waiver)
Test Date Change – $135 to $222

FORMS OF PAYMENTS

For online registrants, LSAC accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover credit cards (account will be charged in U.S. dollars).

 

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Hear From Regent Law Graduates

“I make it my personal mission to show the legal world that Regent offers a top-notch legal education and produces lawyers who are highly skilled in their profession and have integrity in their conduct. My goal is to inspire every attorney, judge and client I meet to seek out Regent alumni when they are looking to hire a lawyer.”

Andrew Kartchner, J.D., 2013

“There were plenty of other law schools. But I told my family, ‘If I don’t go to Regent, I’m not going to law school at all.’”

Jim Mischel Jr., J.D., 1996 CEO, Electric Mirror; CEO Safeology

“Regent gave me an understanding of how to think about law and how to think like a lawyer; it also gave me practical classes and training to do good and help people.”

Corrynn Peters, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2003 Founding Partner of Phillips & Peters, PLLC

“At Regent, it was 'law first' and then we talked about how the law is influenced by the spiritual and moral side—that was a valuable lesson I'll always be thankful to Regent for providing.”

Elizabeth Beavers, J.D., 2012

“Most of my practice is devoted to cybersecurity or litigation related to information and privacy law. My goal is to carry forward the standard of excellence I learned at Regent. This will help me continue to influence and advance cybersecurity law to solve problems that we haven’t even thought about yet.”

Shawn Tuma, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 1999 Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Partner, Spencer Fane LLP Dallas, Texas