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Graduates of Regent, which is ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report, 2022.

About Regent

America’s Premier Christian University

Founded in 1977, Regent University’s 13,000+ students are studying on its 70-acre campus in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and online around the world. The university offers associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees from a Christian perspective in more than 150 areas of study, including business, communication and the arts, counseling, cybersecurity, divinity, education, government, law, leadership, nursing, healthcare, and psychology.

Regent University has consistently placed as one of the top colleges in Virginia and, currently, it tops the list of Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia and is ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report. Along with our commitment to academic excellence, what sets Regent apart is our mission to prepare men and women to excel both in mind and spirit. Our students, faculty and administrators share a calling, founded on biblical principles, to make a significant difference in our world.

Recent Accolades & Honors

The fountain on Regent University's beautiful campus in Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

Best Colleges & Graduate Schools

  • Ranked among Top National Universities by U.S. News & World Report for four years, 2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023.
  • #1 Best Christian College in Virginia, Niche, 2025.
  • #1 Best Christian College in America, Bible College Online, 2025.
  • Ranked Among the Best Graduate Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report, 2025-26.
  • Ranked Among Best Colleges in America, Money, 2024.
  • Ranked among the Best Graduate Schools for 2023 by U.S. News & World Report for Law Schools; Social Science & Humanities Doctoral Programs – Psychology; Public Affairs; and Education.
  • Ranked #1 Best Value College in Virginia by Best Value Schools, 2021.
  • Ranked #1 Most Affordable College in Virginia by Student Loan Hero, a division of Lending Tree, 2021.

Online

  • #1 Best Online Bachelor’s Program in Virginia for 13 years in a row, U.S. News & World Report, 2013-25.
  • Ranked Among the Best Online Master’s Programs in Virginia, Online Master’s Colleges, 2025.
  • Ranked among the Best Online MBA Programs for 2022 by Fortune. Regent’s online MBA program has also been ranked by Fortune at No. 1 for offering the best return on investment (ROI), 2023. Ranked among the Top 10 Best Online MBA Programs in Virginia for 9 years in a row by by U.S. News & World Report, 2015-2023; and ranked #31 among the Top Online MBA Programs for 2023 by The Princeton Review®.
  • Ranked among the Top 5 Best Online Graduate Business Programs (non-MBA) in Virginia for the last nine years, U.S. News & World Report, 2015-2023.
  • Ranked among the Top 5 Best Online Graduate Education Programs in Virginia for 11 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report, 2023.
  • Ranked #1 Online Christian College in America by BibleCollegeOnline, 2021.
  • #1 Best Accredited Online College in the United States, Study.com, 2020.

Safety

  • Top 5 Safest College Campuses in Virginia, Niche, 2025.
  • #1 Safest College in Virginia, YourLocalSecurity.com, 2021.
  • #13 Safest College in the United States, YourLocalSecurity.com, 2021.

Best Campus & Dorms

  • # 1 Best College Dorms in Virginia, Niche, 2025.
  • Top 20 Best College Dorms in America, Niche 2025.
  • Top 25 Best College Campuses in America, Niche, 2025.
  • “A+” Dorms Rating, Niche, 2025.
  • Beautiful 70-acre campus ranked in the Top 15 Best College Campuses in America and the No. 1 Best College Dorms in Virginia by Niche, 2023.
Regent University is ranked as one of Virginia Living's top schools & universities in their April 2025 issue.
Ranked the #1 Safest College in Virginia and the #13 Safest College in the United States, 2021, by YourLocalSecurity
Regent University Ranked Among the Best Virginia Online Colleges by Forbes
Regent University Ranked #1 Best Online Christian College by Bible College Online
Robertson Hall, Regent University.
  • 8 Prestigious Accreditations: SACSCOC, CACREP, CAEP, ACBSP, APA, ABA, CCNE, ATS.
  • Regent University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about the accreditation of Regent University. Read more about accreditation.
Regent University Military patch on a uniform.
  • Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly School: Private Offering Doctorate, Military Friendly®, 2025-26.
  • Ranked among the Top 25 Best Online Master’s in Education Programs for Veterans for six consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report, 2020-25.
  • Military Friendly School Gold Ranking: Private Offering Doctorate, Military Friendly®, 2025-26.
A girl studies at Regent computer lab.

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

  • Over $24 million in institutional scholarships & aid for 2023-24
  • 83% of Regent students received aid in 2023-24
  • Annual tuition (on average) nearly $24,000 less than that of other private institutions, U.S. News & World Report, 2024-2025
  • Ranked in the top 20 Best Colleges in Virginia, Niche, 2024
  • Military friendly – Yellow Ribbon Program
A group of professionals at Norfolk, Virginia.
  • Top 10 Best Online MBA Programs in Virginia for 11 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report, 2015-2025.
  • Top 5 Best Online Graduate Business Programs (non-MBA) in Virginia for 11 consecutive years, U.S. News & World Report, 2015-25.
  • Top 50 Graduate Programs for Entrepreneurs, The Princeton Review®, 2025.
  • Top 34 Best Online MBA Programs, The Princeton Review®, 2024.
  • Top 12 Best Online Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, Best Value Schools, 2025.
  • Top 15 Best Online Bachelor’s in International Business Degrees, University HQ, 2025.
  • #1 Best Return on Investment: Online MBA Program, Fortune Magazine, 2023.
  • Ranked Among the Best Online MBA Programs, Fortune Magazine, 2023.
A group enjoys a laugh at Regent University campus.
  • Regent University’s College of Arts & Sciences programs ranked #1 for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia for 11 years in a row, U.S. News & World Report, 2013-23.
  • Regent is one of only 24 universities nationally with an “A” rating for challenging, comprehensive liberal arts curriculum – American Council of Trustees and Alumni.
A theatrical performance at Regent University.
  • Regent University’s School of Communication & the Arts has been the recipient of over 700 local, national and international student film awards.
  • Ranked among the Top 23 Best Master’s in Journalism Degree Programs, Intelligent, 2023.
  • Offers training at the $35 Million Communication & Performing Arts Center.
A cybersecurity simulation at Regent University.
  • Regent University was named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) for the B.S. in Cybersecurity by the National Security Agency (NSA).
  • Top 5 Best Online Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree Programs, Cybersecurity Guide, 2025.
  • Top 10 Most Affordable Online Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity Programs, Cybersecurity Guide, 2025.
  • Top 11 Best Online Computer Science Program, Intelligent, 2025.
  • #3 Best Online Bachelor’s Degrees in Cybersecurity, Forbes, 2024.
  • Ranked among the Best Online Cybersecurity Degree Programs for the B.S. in Cybersecurity by Intelligent, 2023.
  • Offers hands-on training through a state-of-the-art cyber range, accessible in both on-campus and online offerings.
A lady looks at a Bible at a church in Virginia Beach.
  • The Doctor of Ministry programs of Regent University’s School of Divinity were among the nation’s first ATS-approved online D.Min. programs.
  • Top 3 Largest M.Div. Programs in the Nation Among all ATS-accredited Seminaries, ATS Annual Data, 2021-22.
  • Ranked among the Top 20 Best Master’s in Ministry Degree Programs by Intelligent, 2021.
An alumnus of Regent's education school doing a science experiment .
  • Regent University’s School of Education programs have been ranked among the Top 10 Online Graduate Education Programs in Virginia for 13 years in a row by U.S. News & World Report, 2012-2025.
  • Ranked Among the Best Graduate Schools for Education, U.S. News & World Report, 2025-26.
  • 900+ School of Education alumni have been honored as Teachers of the Year.
  • Top 10 Best Online Doctorate in Special Education, Best Value Schools, 2025.
  • Ranked Among the Best Online Ed.D. Programs, Forbes, 2023.
An alumna of Regent University in Norfolk, VA
A nurse holding a clipboard.
  • Regent University’s School of Nursing is built on knowledge and faith, together.
  • Top 6 Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs in Virginia, U.S. News & World Report, 2025.
  • The Baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Regent University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
  • #2 Most Affordable RN to BSN Programs in Virginia, rntomsn.org.
CCNE Accredited
The moot court at Regent's law school.
  • Top 100 Best Law Schools Rankings, U.S. News & World Report, 2025-26.
  • Ranked Among the Best Online Master of Studies in Law Programs, The Princeton Review®, 2025.
  • #1 Best Master’s Degree in Business Law for Non-Lawyers: M.A. in Law – Business Law, Best Value Schools, 2025.
  • Ranked among the Best Law Schools Ranking, U.S. News & World Report, 2024-25.
  • 1st in the Nation (tied) for Public Policy, The National Jurist’s prelaw Magazine, 2024.
  • 2nd in the Nation (tied) for Professor Accessibility, The Princeton Review®, 2024.
  • 9th in the Nation (tied) for Teaching Quality, The Princeton Review®, 2024.
  • 3rd Best Value Private Law School, The National Jurist’s preLaw Magazine, 2024.
A alumna of Regent University shaking hands with another professional.
  • #1 Best Online Master’s in Psychology in the Nation, Accredited Schools Online, 2024.
  • #3 Best Colleges for Psychology in Virginia, Niche, 2025.
  • Top 10 Best Online Master’s in School Counseling, Best College Reviews, 2024.
“Pat Robertson had a dream, and when you set foot on campus, you see what God has done.”
Kandi Puder, RN to B.S. in Nursing, 2020 RN at Allina Health
“My Spiritual Formation class acts as a daily guide for me...I was once away from God and wrestling with him...The book points out that the Kingdom of Heaven is wherever Jesus is. Because I am a believer, The Almighty is with me...Regardless of how and what we feel, God still blesses us by showing us how mighty He is. A God of His word.”
Chaplain Mario Samaniego, Master of Divinity
“To pursue your degree, you do have to make sacrifices. But, you can get through it, and most importantly, you don't have to compromise your principles.”
David Segovia, MBA, 2015
“I was equipped with the critical thinking skills I needed to strategically implement and assess fresh and creative ways to approach instruction and learning. I received consistent encouragement from my professors and cohort to push beyond my personal best in research and daily practice.”
Alicia Langley, M.Ed., 2012 TESOL
“Embarking on the Executive Mentorship Program from Albania was an exciting journey that opened doors beyond my expectations. The Executive Mentorship Program has been a catalyst for growth on both professional and personal fronts. While my mentor has been instrumental in helping me to polish my Resume and expand my professional network, our relationship goes beyond just career growth. We still maintain great contact and meet over for coffee to discuss life updates whenever he is in town. He was always very encouraging and eager to me see me succeed in all ways possible. As an Albanian navigating the professional landscape, this program has not only been a holistic experience, nurturing both my professional and personal growth , but also fostered meaningful cross-cultural connections that I deeply value.”
Ersa Jahja, MBA, 2024 Mentee