M.A. in Law – Constitutional Law

Master an Understanding of the Foundations of our Legal System

Understanding the myriads of ways that the U.S. Constitution is interpreted, debated, and implemented is essential to anyone planning a future in law. It is critical to identify the various possibilities that can equip a legal mind as an instrument of influence in the creation and development of laws based on a Christian worldview. This coursework can advance understanding far beyond the basics and prepare students for the pursuit of truth and the responsibility of safeguarding the application of justice.

Location: Online

Total Credit Hours: 32

Next Session Start: January 13, 2025

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Make A Difference

Equip yourself to advocate for truth and justice as a knowledgeable Christian leader.

Become An Expert

Examine the liberties that shape society and cultivate expert-level understanding by which federal and state governments must abide to create their laws.

Expand Your Opportunities

Advance your education and gain the extra credentials to expand your professional expertise.

Build New Relationships

Connect to industry pioneers and powerhouse spiritual leaders by way of Regent’s world-class faculty and extensive pool of alumni.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

Career Opportunities

Upon completing the M.A. in Constitutional Law, you can:

Build the needed legal skills and expertise to advance in a career
Teach the ideas and practices critical to preserving constitutional government

Career Opportunities

Government Official
Lobbyist/Legislative Support Staff
Paralegal
Legal Writer/Publisher
Educator

Featured Courses

Featured Courses
Code	Name	Credits
GOV 658	American Political Traditions	3	Examination of philosophical, historical and religious roots of the American political tradition. Explores the roots of constitutional government, Judeo-Christian contributions to American political thought, and the development of and contestation over contemporary ideologies such as liberalism, conservatism and progressivism. Cross-listed with GOV 758.
MLAW 553	Legal Research & Writing	3	Research skills and instruction in legal writing, analysis, and brief writing. Prerequisite: MLAW 552.
MLAW 620	Constitutional Law & Policy II	3	Considers the Bill of Rights (including the delicate relationship between church & state, freedom of speech and freedom of worship), the rights of liberty, equal protection and due process arising from the 14th Amendment, and the subsequent rise and effects of judicial policy-making (including the “right to privacy,” the “right to intimate sexual choice,” and the “right to die”). Cross-listed with EHEA 508, GOV 620.
MLAW 621	American Constitutional History	3	A study of the historical evidence of original intent within the Constitution, as well as the history behind the Constitution and its major amendments, and how an understanding of original intent relates to modern constitutional law.

Other Concentrations

Admissions Requirements

2024-25 Semester Check-In Deadlines

All 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 9	Monday, August 19
Session B	Friday, October 11	Monday, October 21
Session C	Wednesday, January 8	Monday, January 13
Session D	Friday, March 7	Monday, March 17
Session E	Friday, May 2	Monday, May 12
Session F	Friday, June 13	Monday, June 23

Admissions Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

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Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.

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Tuition & Fees

2024-25 Tuition Rates

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) in American Legal Studies	$1,035 (On-Campus)	6	$6,210
Master of Laws (LLM) in Human Rights	$1,035 (On-Campus) $725 (Online)	6	$6,210 $4,350
Juris Doctor (JD)	$1,360	11	$14,960

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) in American Legal Studies	$1,035 (On-Campus)	9	$9,315
Master of Laws (LLM) in Human Rights	$1,035 (On-Campus) $725 (Online)	9	$9,315 $6,525
Juris Doctor (JD)	$1,360	15	$20,400

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$700

J.D. Program Fees Per Semester

Student Bar Association	$80 (per semester)
Bar Preparation Program Fee	$430 (per semester)**
Classroom Response Tech Fee	$17 (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.

Estimated Total Cost of Attendance 2024-25
Full-time J.D. (Fall/Spring Combined)

Tuition	$40,800
University Fees	$1,700
Program Fees	$1,046
Loan Fees	$326
Books & Supplies	$2,000
Food	$5,792
Housing*	$13,120
Transportation	$4,224
Personal	$5,056
Total	$74,064

*Estimated off-campus housing cost. If living in on-campus housing, the amount may vary.

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2023-24 Tuition Rates

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 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$700

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)

Estimated Total Cost of Attendance 2023-24
Full-time J.D. (Fall/Spring Combined)

Tuition	$38,850
University Fees	$1,700
Program Fees	$1,046
Loan Fees	$326
Books & Supplies	$2,000
Food	$5,792
Housing*	$13,120
Transportation	$4,224
Personal	$5,056
Total	$72,114

*Estimated off-campus housing cost. If living in on-campus housing, the amount may vary.

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

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“Regent really prepares students to face the legal field’s constant changes. The professors teach you how to research. Even though I never took business law classes that might be helpful now, I’ve been given the tools to find the answers I need.”

Kristen Jurjevich, J.D., 2010

“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

“I was paired with Mr. Brandon Delfunt, a district attorney near the Atlanta area. He has given me very solid advice, in regard to law school and personally. He told me about how crazy everything can seem in law school with all the assignments and the extra-curricular activities that can pile up. But he also told me that he is glad that he did it. This was very encouraging for me personally because I know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed. I know the day will come when I look back and am glad that I did it, as well.”

Carter Budwell, Mentoring Program Mentee

“So much of my teaching style and philosophy is modeled after that of Regent Law deans and professors. I am working in my calling and love equipping my students for their calling too through the gift of teaching the Lord has given me.”

Adeline Allen, J.D., 2011

“As part of its overt and clear commitment to raise up Christian leaders to change the world, Regent provides an environment that encourages its students to abide in Christ; but it will also take your active commitment to abide in Christ for your legal calling to truly be fulfilled in your life.”

Bobby Maddox, J.D., 2001