Regent University—Regent Online

Nov 27, 2017 TBS Staff

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Regent University, a private, coeducational, Christian university founded in 1978, enrolls nearly 6,000 students. Regent University offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate (including doctoral) degrees through eight academic schools. Regent University has educated students from more than 100 countries.

Regent University offers more than 60 online degree programs through Regent Online, many with numerous concentration options.

At the undergraduate level, students may earn online associate degrees in areas such as business and Christian studies, as well as online bachelor's degrees in accounting, communication, leadership studies, government, and more.

Online students can also pursue a host of master's degrees ranging from education to counseling to theater, and doctoral programs, in areas such as counselor education, ministry, and communication.

Some graduate programs require weekend or week-long residencies. The same professors teach the online and on-campus courses. Regent Online students have access to 24/7 tech support.

Regent University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Regent University Recognized as an Online College Leader

TBS has recognized Regent University as a leader of online education in the areas of business & management, education & teaching, and liberal arts & humanities for having several ranking online programs in these areas, offered through the following schools and departments:

School of Business and Leadership
Department of English, Communication, and the Arts
Department of Business, Leadership, and Management
Robertson School of Government

School of Divinity
School of Education
School of Psychology and Counseling
Department of Teacher Education and Interdisciplinary Studies

School of Business and Leadership

The School of Business and Leadership at Regent University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees and certificates in a variety of areas of business, including business management, organizational leadership, entrepreneurship, business analytics, and church leadership. The school's curricula balance theory and practice, incorporating sound business principles, practical applications and skills, and evangelical Christian perspectives. Both entry-level students and seasoned professionals prepare for advancement through accelerated and online degree programs (including an online MBA with numerous concentrations), professional experience opportunities, and research labs and centers like the Regent Center for Entrepreneurship.

The School of Business and Leadership offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

Department of English, Communication, and the Arts

The Department of English, Communication, and the Arts, part of the College of Arts and Sciences at Regent University, offers undergraduate degrees, including bachelor of fine arts degrees, in a variety of communications and arts fields. Whether seeking careers and professional success, in areas like journalism, graphic design, media production, theatre, or writing, or simply looking for a well-rounded education to build on, the school provides students with a strong foundation of knowledge and skills. Students may pursue topics of study including English, communications, journalism, strategic communication, animation, television, acting, and government.. The school prepares students to pursue or advance careers through professional experience opportunities and flexible online degree options.

The Department of English, Communication, and the Arts offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

Department of Business, Leadership, and Management

The Department of Business, Leadership, and Management, part of the College of Arts and Sciences at Regent University, provides students with undergraduate degree and certificate program options to study a variety of business fields. Blending business principles and practical knowledge with a sound general education curriculum, as well as courses in Christian concepts and history, the department offers options for study in areas such as accounting, management, economics, management information systems, Christian ministry, government, and marketing. With online degree options and professional experience opportunities, the department serves non-traditional students as well as traditional students on their way to a diverse array of leading roles in business.

The Department of Business, Leadership, and Management offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

Robertson School of Government

The Robertson School of Government at Regent University offers a variety of graduate degree and certificate programs for students seeking to advance roles in government and public administration settings. The school's offerings include master's degrees in government, national security studies, and public administration (an MPA). Through curricula that blend governmental and administrative principles with a conservative Christian worldview, the school builds on the goal of developing Christian servant leaders fit for public administration and leadership. Students benefit from accelerated and online degree programs and professional experience opportunities. The Robertson School of Government is a member of the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA).

The Robertson School of Government offers an online degree program featured in the following ranking:

Best Online Master's in Public Policy Programs

School of Divinity

The School of Divinity at Regent University offers graduate and doctoral degrees in the fields of divinity, theology, ministry, and Christian spirituality. For students seeking to answer a spiritual calling to religious service, the school provides advanced education rooted in a conservative evangelical worldview. Students in the School of Divinity develop the skills and knowledge necessary to enter a variety of roles in the church, service, and spiritual thought. The school offers flexible online degree programs, professional experience opportunities, and the Center for Renewal Studies to serve both traditional and non-traditional students.

The School of Divinity offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

School of Education

The School of Education at Regent University is dedicated to meeting the needs of busy, working professionals and non-traditional students seeking advancement in diverse fields of education, through a variety of graduate, doctoral, and professional degree and certificate programs. Students may pursue M.Ed., Ed.D., Ed.S., and Ph.D. programs with many concentration options in topics such as educational leadership, curriculum and instruction, elementary education, instructional design and technology, reading, and special education. The school builds its programs on theoretical and practical approaches to education, blended with Christian principles. With accelerated and online degree options, professional opportunities and career resources, and the Martinson Center for Mathematics and Science, the school provides flexible education options for working professionals seeking career advancement. The School of Education is accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC).

The School of Education offers online degree programs featured in the following rankings:

School of Psychology and Counseling

The School of Psychology and Counseling at Regent University, offers graduate, doctoral, and professional degrees and certificates in variety of psychology and counseling fields. Students seeking professional advancement in psychology and counseling may pursue topics such as marriage and family counseling, pastoral counseling, school counseling, general psychology, clinical mental health counseling, and clinical psychology. The school prepares students to pursue or advance careers through professional experience opportunities, flexible online degrees, access to research labs and centers such as the Psychological Services Center, and student and professional organizations. The School of Psychology and Counseling offers numerous programs accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

The School of Psychology and Counseling at Regent University offers an online degree program featured in the following ranking:

Best Online Doctorate in Counselor Education Programs

Department of Teacher Education and Interdisciplinary Studies

The Department of Teacher Education and Interdisciplinary Studies, part of the College of Arts and Sciences, provides students with undergraduate degree program options. Building on curricula that blend theory and practice, students may pursue topics of study such as teacher education for PreK-3 and PreK-6 populations, and early childhood education . With online degree options and professional experience opportunities, meets the needs of busy, non-traditional students.

The Department of Teacher Education and Interdisciplinary Studies offers an online degree program featured in the following ranking: