At a glance
Average net price
$19,923
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
56.9%
Admission rate
38%
Undergrad size
4,729
In-state tuition
$21,650
Out-of-state tuition
$21,650
Cost of attendance
$32,838
Median earnings (10y)
$44,498
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,153
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 74.6%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (32%), social sciences (30%), business (20%).
- STEM5%
- Health2%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts32%
- Social sciences30%
- Trades & services10%
- Business20.3%~958 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology17.2%~815 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Theology10.8%~511 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication8.9%~420 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~323 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science4.2%~201 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education4.2%~201 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal3.6%~168 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~162 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~149 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English3.1%~149 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~116 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- History2.5%~116 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~110 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~110 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.6%~78 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences1.5%~71 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.4%~19 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education, Other. | Master's | 374 | $50,897 | — |
| Legal Professions and Studies, Other. | Master's | 348 | $47,094 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 235 | $27,537 | $33,625 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | First professional | 229 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 228 | $38,765 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 199 | $55,021 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Doctoral | 199 | $80,507 | — |
| Law. | First professional | 190 | $45,995 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | 143 | $58,923 | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 137 | $36,142 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 130 | $35,573 | $27,500 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 124 | $53,995 | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 110 | $42,140 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 109 | $21,849 | $23,750 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 104 | $27,892 | $30,332 |
| Education, Other. | Doctoral | 100 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 92 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Doctoral | 89 | $70,549 | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Master's | 86 | $34,692 | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries. | Bachelor's | 78 | $26,506 | $35,500 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Master's | 73 | $47,978 | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Master's | 72 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Bachelor's | 65 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 62 | $19,757 | $27,000 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 59 | $47,405 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Master's | 48 | $47,008 | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 44 | $49,232 | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Doctoral | 43 | $60,288 | — |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Bachelor's | 43 | — | $24,500 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 42 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Master's | 41 | $37,727 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 40 | $37,651 | $30,031 |
| Graphic Communications. | Bachelor's | 38 | $15,565 | $26,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 38 | $29,797 | $21,237 |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 38 | $44,130 | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | First professional | 36 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Bachelor's | 33 | — | $37,747 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Master's | 32 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Doctoral | 31 | $52,348 | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | $37,145 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Regent University
Regent University is a mid-sized institution located in Virginia Beach, Virginia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 4,729 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Theology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Regent University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $19,923 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $21,650 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $32,838 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 56.9%, a above-average completion outcome. 74.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,498 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Regent University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Theology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (32% of credentials), social sciences (30% of credentials), business (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Regent University accepts 38% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,153. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Virginia Beach, Virginia (city), Regent University draws students from across Virginia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Regent University
Q.How much does Regent University cost?
The average net price at Regent University is $19,923 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $32,838.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Regent University?
Regent University has a 6-year graduation rate of 56.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Regent University?
Regent University admits 38% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Regent University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Regent University graduate earns $44,498 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Regent University?
Published tuition is $21,650 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Regent University located?
Regent University is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia (ZIP 23464).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Regent University at their official website.